The Co-operative Bank of Kenya, a leading commercial bank in East Africa, continues to uphold a strong reputation for professionalism, customer-centricity, and innovation. With deep roots embedded in the co-operative movement, the bank has played a pivotal role in Kenya’s financial sector development and inclusion. Our mission is to provide innovative financial solutions that empower individuals, businesses, and communities to thrive in a dynamic economy.
As the financial landscape evolves rapidly, so does the Co-operative Bank. We are committed to delivering world-class banking services, safeguarding the financial assets of our customers, and leading the future of digital finance. In pursuit of this commitment, we seek to recruit dynamic, qualified, and passionate professionals for various key positions within our organization.
We are pleased to announce the following employment opportunities, each offering a unique chance to grow, innovate, and make a difference at one of Kenya’s most respected financial institutions.
1. IT Security Operations Centre Analyst (SOC)
Job Description:
The IT Security Operations Centre Analyst (SOC) will be responsible for the real-time monitoring, analysis, and response to cybersecurity incidents across the bank’s IT infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor security events across various systems and platforms in real-time using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools.
- Identify potential security threats, suspicious activity, and unauthorized access attempts and respond promptly to mitigate risks.
- Investigate incidents, determine root causes, and implement remediation actions to prevent future occurrences.
- Conduct daily operational tasks such as system health checks, threat intelligence analysis, and vulnerability assessments.
- Collaborate with other cybersecurity professionals and IT teams to analyze system vulnerabilities and apply patches and updates.
- Maintain detailed incident logs, prepare daily security reports, and escalate critical issues to senior management.
- Participate in penetration testing, risk assessments, and forensic investigations as necessary.
- Stay current with cybersecurity trends, tools, and best practices to enhance threat detection and mitigation strategies.
2. Portfolio Management Officer
Job Description:
The Portfolio Management Officer will play a key role in supporting the effective management of credit portfolios to optimize returns while minimizing risks.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze loan portfolio data and trends to evaluate performance, identify risks, and recommend appropriate strategies.
- Assist in the development and monitoring of credit limits, portfolio concentration levels, and performance benchmarks.
- Collaborate with relationship managers and credit analysts to review existing credit facilities and assess the need for restructuring or renewal.
- Prepare portfolio performance reports for management, highlighting key insights and recommendations.
- Track and analyze sectoral, geographical, and product-based exposures to ensure portfolio diversification.
- Support the design and implementation of credit risk management frameworks, policies, and tools.
- Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements, internal credit policies, and risk appetite guidelines.
- Contribute to the automation of credit portfolio analysis and reporting through the development and refinement of dashboards and analytics tools.
3. Corporate Credit Analyst
Job Description:
The Corporate Credit Analyst will support the bank’s lending decisions by conducting comprehensive financial and risk analyses of corporate clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze corporate client financial statements, market conditions, and credit history to assess creditworthiness.
- Prepare detailed credit appraisal reports, including risk ratings, financial ratios, and cash flow projections.
- Collaborate with relationship managers to structure credit facilities that align with client needs and the bank’s risk appetite.
- Ensure all necessary due diligence, KYC, and compliance checks are conducted as part of the credit evaluation process.
- Recommend appropriate credit limits, terms, and security requirements in line with bank policy.
- Present credit proposals to the credit committee and respond to any queries or requests for clarification.
- Monitor the performance of approved credit facilities, ensuring early identification of warning signals and recommending remedial actions where necessary.
- Stay updated on industry developments, economic trends, and regulatory changes that may affect credit risk.
4. Head – Corporate Credit Risk Analysis
Job Description:
As the Head of Corporate Credit Risk Analysis, the successful candidate will lead a team of credit analysts to ensure sound, data-driven credit risk assessments for the bank’s corporate lending operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership in the development and implementation of robust credit analysis methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
- Supervise the preparation of in-depth credit assessment reports for large and complex corporate clients.
- Review and approve credit recommendations, ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines, internal policies, and risk appetite.
- Guide the formulation of risk-adjusted pricing models and portfolio monitoring strategies.
- Collaborate with business units to support the structuring of credit facilities and negotiation of credit terms.
- Serve as the principal advisor to senior management on matters related to corporate credit risk exposure, mitigation strategies, and emerging trends.
- Develop and mentor a high-performing team of credit analysts to maintain consistency, accuracy, and professionalism in credit evaluations.
- Oversee periodic reviews of credit policies, rating models, and risk limits in line with the bank’s strategic goals.
5. Data Privacy Analyst
Job Description:
The Data Privacy Analyst will ensure the bank’s compliance with data protection regulations and support the safeguarding of customer and employee personal data.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and enforce compliance with data protection legislation such as Kenya’s Data Protection Act and other relevant global standards (e.g., GDPR).
- Conduct periodic data privacy impact assessments and audits across departments and systems.
- Review policies, procedures, and business processes to identify privacy risks and recommend appropriate controls.
- Support the implementation of data classification, retention, and disposal policies.
- Manage and respond to data subject access requests, breach notifications, and other regulatory reporting requirements.
- Provide guidance and training to staff on data privacy best practices and policies.
- Liaise with legal, IT, and compliance teams to ensure integration of privacy controls into new projects, systems, and third-party agreements.
- Keep abreast of developments in data protection laws, privacy technologies, and industry standards.
Why Join the Co-operative Bank of Kenya?
The Co-operative Bank of Kenya is more than just a bank—it is a financial partner trusted by millions of Kenyans. Our legacy of empowering individuals, businesses, and co-operative societies has earned us industry recognition and the loyalty of our customers across the region.
Working at Co-op Bank means joining a team that is innovative, agile, and committed to excellence. We foster a culture of inclusivity, performance, integrity, and professional growth. Our employees are provided with continuous training, career progression opportunities, and access to cutting-edge technology.
These positions represent an opportunity to not only build a fulfilling career but also contribute to the socio-economic transformation of Kenya. Whether you are passionate about cybersecurity, credit management, data privacy, or risk analysis, Co-op Bank offers the platform to excel and make a tangible impact.
If you are a forward-thinking professional looking to contribute to a purpose-driven organization, we invite you to explore these opportunities and join us on our journey to redefine the future of banking.
