Exciting Career Opportunities at Equity Bank – July 2025
Equity Bank, a leading financial institution in East and Central Africa, is inviting dynamic and driven individuals to join its team through a series of exciting career opportunities currently open across multiple departments in Kenya. Known for its commitment to innovation, financial inclusion, and customer-centric services, Equity Bank continues to drive transformative change in the banking sector, supported by a high-performing team of professionals.
Whether you are a seasoned professional in banking, technology, risk management, marketing, or corporate governance, or a budding talent in business intelligence and engineering, there is a role suited for you at Equity Bank.
The application deadlines range between July 11 and July 25, 2025, depending on the position. All jobs are based in Kenya and provide a unique opportunity to be part of a visionary institution committed to socio-economic transformation.
Below is a detailed overview of the current vacancies and job descriptions:
1. API Technical Writer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
The API Technical Writer will be responsible for creating and maintaining high-quality documentation for Equity Bank’s API products. This includes user manuals, integration guides, reference documentation, and developer tutorials. The role requires close collaboration with developers, product managers, and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy and clarity in all technical content. The writer should also help streamline the developer onboarding process through effective documentation and communication strategies.
2. API Product Owner
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
The API Product Owner will lead the development and delivery of the Bank’s API strategy. Key responsibilities include defining product roadmaps, gathering and prioritizing requirements, overseeing API design and testing, and collaborating with internal and external teams. The ideal candidate will work cross-functionally to ensure the APIs align with the Bank’s digital transformation goals, enhance partner integrations, and support product innovation.
3. Assistant Channel Support Manager – Agency
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
This position will oversee the day-to-day operations and support of Equity Bank’s agency banking network. Responsibilities include monitoring agent performance, resolving escalations, training field teams, ensuring compliance with internal policies, and enhancing service delivery standards. The role is essential for expanding financial access to underserved areas through agency channels.
4. Group Market Risk Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
The Group Market Risk Manager will lead the development, implementation, and maintenance of the Bank’s market risk framework. Duties include monitoring interest rate, foreign exchange, and liquidity risks, conducting stress tests, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advising senior leadership on risk exposures. This role requires strong quantitative skills and deep understanding of global financial markets.
5. Assistant Channel Support Manager – POS Merchant
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
This role is responsible for managing the performance and operational efficiency of Equity’s Point-of-Sale (POS) merchant network. The manager will support merchant acquisition, onboarding, issue resolution, terminal deployment, and performance analytics. Additionally, the role involves enhancing customer experience through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions.
6. Senior Business Performance Manager (Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis)
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
The incumbent will be charged with leading Equity Bank’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis functions. Responsibilities include managing annual budgets, conducting variance analysis, providing business insights, and supporting strategic decision-making. The manager will also liaise with business units to align financial plans with organizational goals.
7. Segment Marketing Manager – SME/ Corporate
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
This role will develop and execute marketing strategies for the SME and corporate banking segments. Key tasks include market research, campaign design, client engagement initiatives, and monitoring campaign performance. The role is pivotal in building brand presence, customer loyalty, and driving revenue growth among SME and corporate clients.
8. Senior Segment Marketing Manager – Retail
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
The Senior Segment Marketing Manager will focus on planning and implementing retail marketing initiatives that align with the Bank’s broader growth strategy. Responsibilities include customer acquisition strategies, product positioning, retail promotions, and customer segmentation analysis. The manager will work closely with product and digital teams to create impactful customer journeys.
9. Lead, Security Technology Roadmap & COE
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 25, 2025
Job Description:
This leadership role involves defining and implementing the security technology roadmap for Equity Bank. The candidate will also head the Center of Excellence (COE) for security innovation. Responsibilities include overseeing cybersecurity tools and platforms, guiding risk mitigation strategies, evaluating emerging technologies, and aligning security investments with business objectives.
10. Business Banking – Digital Solution Officer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 16, 2025
Job Description:
The Digital Solution Officer will support the design and delivery of digital banking solutions for business clients. Duties include identifying client needs, supporting digital transformation initiatives, managing digital platform enhancements, and collaborating with IT and business teams to deliver value-driven solutions.
11. Asset Quality Officer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 16, 2025
Job Description:
The Asset Quality Officer will monitor and assess the performance of the bank’s loan portfolio. Tasks include identifying early warning signs of credit deterioration, proposing mitigation strategies, performing credit reviews, and liaising with recovery teams to improve asset quality and reduce non-performing loans.
12. Channel Support Manager – ATM / CDM
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 14, 2025
Job Description:
The Channel Support Manager will oversee the management and support of the Bank’s ATM and Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) network. This includes maintenance coordination, incident management, uptime monitoring, and service optimization to ensure seamless customer experiences and operational efficiency.
13. Business Process Re-engineering Officer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 19, 2025
Job Description:
This role focuses on analyzing, designing, and improving core business processes across departments. Responsibilities include identifying process inefficiencies, recommending redesigns, deploying automation tools, and tracking process performance. The officer will play a critical role in improving operational excellence across the Bank.
14. Associate BI Developer and Engineer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 18, 2025
Job Description:
The Associate BI Developer and Engineer will support the development and maintenance of business intelligence solutions. Responsibilities include building data models, creating dashboards, maintaining data pipelines, and assisting in data-driven decision-making processes. This is an ideal role for early-career professionals passionate about data and analytics.
15. BI Developer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 18, 2025
Job Description:
The BI Developer will design and deliver data analytics solutions to support business performance. Tasks include developing reports, dashboards, and visualizations, maintaining data integrity, and collaborating with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting requirements. Proficiency in SQL, data visualization tools, and database management is required.
16. Governance and Company Secretarial Officer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 14, 2025
Job Description:
The officer will support governance and compliance functions, including board administration, company secretarial services, statutory filings, and corporate governance reviews. The role also involves ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and best practices in corporate governance.
17. Applications Systems Support Engineer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 11, 2025
Job Description:
This role entails maintaining and supporting core banking applications and enterprise systems. The engineer will troubleshoot application issues, coordinate with vendors, execute routine maintenance, and ensure high availability and performance of banking platforms.
18. Group Business Analyst
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 11, 2025
Job Description:
The Business Analyst will provide analytical support for group-wide strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include data collection, business case development, performance monitoring, stakeholder engagement, and supporting project implementation across subsidiaries.
19. Governance and Regulatory Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 11, 2025
Job Description:
The Governance and Regulatory Manager will lead compliance with corporate governance standards and regulatory frameworks. This includes coordinating audits, developing policies, preparing board reports, managing risk registers, and advising senior leadership on regulatory changes.
20. BPM Developer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: July 21, 2025
Job Description:
The BPM (Business Process Management) Developer will design and develop automated workflow solutions using BPM tools. Responsibilities include process mapping, system integration, application development, and supporting digital transformation projects across the Bank.
Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. Successful candidates will be part of a collaborative and innovative team that supports professional growth, learning opportunities, and impactful work in transforming lives through inclusive financial services.
