The Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) stands as a cornerstone institution in the country’s economic architecture, playing a pivotal role in ensuring the stability and soundness of Kenya’s monetary and financial systems. Since its establishment in 1966, CBK has been the custodian of monetary policy, price stability, and the issuing authority of Kenya’s legal tender. It also regulates and supervises financial institutions, manages the national payment systems, and fosters an inclusive, secure, and efficient financial sector.
In a rapidly evolving financial and technological environment, the CBK is committed to modernizing its systems, strengthening research and data-driven policy, and building institutional capacity to address emerging challenges. Through its training arm—the CBK Institute of Monetary Studies—the Bank continues to lead in capacity development, not only for Kenya but across the region. Additionally, CBK champions innovations in payment systems and promotes digital finance to increase access and drive economic development.
As the Bank looks to the future, it invites highly skilled, ethical, and visionary professionals to be part of its transformative journey. The following exciting career opportunities are now open for application. These positions span a range of departments and functions critical to the Bank’s operations and strategic goals.
1. Program Coordinator, Central Banking Programs (Deputy Manager) – CBK Institute of Monetary Studies
Job Purpose:
The Program Coordinator will oversee the planning, coordination, and implementation of central banking-related training programs at the CBK Institute of Monetary Studies. This position is instrumental in equipping staff with the knowledge and competencies needed to navigate evolving financial and economic dynamics.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design and implement training programs focused on monetary policy, financial markets, supervision, and regulation.
- Identify training needs through consultations with internal departments and regional central banks.
- Develop course curricula and coordinate the preparation of training materials in collaboration with subject matter experts.
- Liaise with local and international training partners to enrich program content and delivery.
- Monitor program execution to ensure high quality and relevance.
- Prepare and manage program budgets and ensure efficient utilization of resources.
- Evaluate the impact and effectiveness of training programs through feedback mechanisms and post-program assessments.
- Maintain a database of trainers, participants, and courses for records and analytics.
- Support research initiatives and policy dialogues linked to training themes.
- Prepare periodic reports and recommendations for enhancing program delivery and alignment with institutional goals.
2. Head of Digital Payment Services (Deputy Director) – Banking and Payments Services
Job Purpose:
The Head of Digital Payment Services will lead the development, supervision, and evolution of digital payment platforms, ensuring that CBK’s objectives of a secure, inclusive, and efficient payments ecosystem are met.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Drive the strategic agenda for digital payment innovations, including real-time settlement systems, mobile payments, and digital currencies.
- Oversee regulatory frameworks and operational guidelines for digital payment platforms.
- Work with internal and external stakeholders to modernize and streamline payment services.
- Monitor risks and implement controls in the digital payments landscape.
- Spearhead the adoption of international standards and best practices in payment systems oversight.
- Coordinate public-private partnerships in the digital finance ecosystem.
- Lead stakeholder consultations with banks, fintechs, and global bodies.
- Supervise technical teams responsible for systems integration, cybersecurity, and compliance in payments infrastructure.
- Conduct impact analysis on new digital products and recommend appropriate policy responses.
- Represent CBK in national and regional forums on payment systems and financial technology.
3. Lead Plumber, Maintenance (Plumbing), (Senior Business Analyst 2) – General Services
Job Purpose:
The Lead Plumber is responsible for maintaining and supervising plumbing systems and infrastructure within CBK facilities to ensure operational efficiency, safety, and compliance with national plumbing standards.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Plan and execute plumbing maintenance schedules across all CBK premises.
- Inspect installations and repairs to guarantee quality workmanship and adherence to technical specifications.
- Lead plumbing teams in responding to emergencies such as pipe bursts, leakages, and drainage blockages.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance activities, and parts inventory.
- Collaborate with engineers and building maintenance supervisors in infrastructure upgrades.
- Ensure compliance with safety codes and occupational health standards in all plumbing works.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose complex plumbing faults using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior plumbing staff.
- Participate in procurement planning for plumbing materials and equipment.
- Monitor contractors’ work and ensure timely delivery and conformity with project specifications.
4. Chief Librarian (Manager 2) – Research
Job Purpose:
The Chief Librarian will lead the CBK Library’s strategic development, ensure effective information resource management, and support knowledge dissemination across the Bank. The role underpins policy formulation, research, and operational excellence by facilitating access to timely and reliable data.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement library and information services strategies aligned with CBK’s research and training goals.
- Oversee acquisition, cataloging, and archiving of economic, legal, and financial publications.
- Manage electronic resources and digital repositories to support remote access to research materials.
- Provide information literacy training to staff and support evidence-based decision-making.
- Foster collaboration with academic institutions, central bank libraries, and international partners.
- Evaluate and introduce new technologies for library automation and user services.
- Ensure compliance with copyright laws and licensing agreements.
- Supervise library staff, coordinate workflows, and build capacity within the team.
- Develop and monitor library budgets and manage resource allocation efficiently.
- Prepare periodic reports, insights, and recommendations on knowledge management.
5. Senior Manager, Policy and Data Analysis (Senior Manager) – Banking and Payments
Job Purpose:
The Senior Manager will lead the analysis of policy issues and payment system data to inform CBK’s regulatory direction and operational strategies in the financial sector.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Analyze trends and patterns in the national payment systems to identify policy gaps and risks.
- Design and recommend policies to enhance security, efficiency, and access in the payments ecosystem.
- Lead data collection, validation, and reporting on financial sector indicators.
- Support the formulation and review of guidelines related to payment instruments, agents, and service providers.
- Engage in stakeholder consultations on regulatory reforms and emerging technologies.
- Monitor global payment developments and evaluate implications for Kenya’s ecosystem.
- Supervise analysts and provide direction on modeling, forecasting, and statistical techniques.
- Develop policy briefs and submissions for senior leadership and government counterparts.
- Coordinate cross-departmental projects and contribute to financial inclusion initiatives.
- Represent the Bank in external engagements and international working groups.
6. Director, CBK – Institute of Monetary Studies (Director)
Job Purpose:
The Director will provide strategic leadership for the CBK Institute of Monetary Studies, guiding its mission to enhance capacity building, research, and regional cooperation in central banking and financial sector development.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Define and implement the vision and strategic plan of the Institute in alignment with CBK priorities.
- Promote high-quality research, training, and professional development programs.
- Cultivate partnerships with national, regional, and international training and policy institutions.
- Lead the design of executive-level courses for central banks and financial regulators.
- Oversee curriculum development, quality assurance, and accreditation processes.
- Mobilize funding and manage budgets to sustain the Institute’s long-term growth.
- Supervise a multidisciplinary team of faculty, researchers, and support staff.
- Provide thought leadership through publications, keynote presentations, and knowledge exchange forums.
- Establish robust governance structures and uphold institutional accountability.
- Serve as the principal advisor to CBK management on human capital development trends.
Conclusion
These roles represent a unique opportunity to contribute to Kenya’s macroeconomic stability, financial sector resilience, and institutional capacity building. CBK is committed to attracting, nurturing, and retaining top talent that shares its values of professionalism, integrity, and excellence.
The Bank provides a collaborative work environment, comprehensive professional development, and the opportunity to influence national and regional financial systems.
If you have the vision, experience, and drive to join one of Africa’s leading central banks, we encourage you to apply.
