Equity Bank, one of the leading financial services providers in the region, continues to expand its operations and enhance its service delivery. As part of its growth strategy, the Bank is seeking dynamic, results-driven, and experienced professionals to join various departments and subsidiaries, including Equity Afya and Finserve. The available positions cut across technology, risk management, legal, compliance, agriculture, operations, supply chain, relationship management, and other specialized areas.
This recruitment drive offers diverse opportunities for skilled individuals to contribute to the Bank’s mission of transforming lives and enabling people to achieve their aspirations. The roles are based in Kenya, with some offering multiple-location placements. Below is a detailed breakdown of each position, its scope, and responsibilities.
Head of IT – Equity Afya
Based within the Equity Afya healthcare subsidiary, this role will lead the strategic direction, implementation, and maintenance of all IT systems and infrastructure. The position will oversee the digital transformation of healthcare operations, ensuring that technology solutions align with service delivery goals. Responsibilities include managing IT teams, ensuring data security, optimizing electronic health record systems, and supporting innovative patient care technologies.
EBKL – Employee Relations Manager
This role will be responsible for fostering a positive workplace environment by managing employee relations programs. The successful candidate will address workplace issues, mediate disputes, and ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies. The position will involve regular consultation with line managers, policy reviews, grievance handling, and enhancing communication channels between management and staff.
EBKL – Wellness Manager
The Wellness Manager will design and implement programs that support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of employees. The role will coordinate wellness activities, provide health awareness initiatives, liaise with healthcare providers, and track wellness program outcomes to improve productivity and engagement.
EBKL – Reporting & Analytics Coordinator
Responsible for managing data collection, analysis, and reporting functions to support decision-making across the Bank. The position will require creating dashboards, preparing regular performance reports, and ensuring data accuracy for compliance and operational efficiency.
Business Efficiency Manager
This role will focus on identifying operational inefficiencies and developing strategies for process improvement across departments. Key responsibilities include conducting workflow analysis, recommending optimization measures, and implementing cost-saving initiatives without compromising service quality.
Head of Expansion and Facilities Management – Equity Afya
Tasked with leading expansion projects for Equity Afya’s healthcare facilities, this role will oversee site selection, facility upgrades, compliance with health facility regulations, and project management. The position will also ensure that healthcare facilities are maintained to the highest operational and safety standards.
Legal Operations Manager
Based in multiple locations, this role will streamline the Bank’s legal processes by improving workflows, managing legal documentation, and supporting compliance with regulatory requirements. The position will liaise with external counsel, coordinate legal risk assessments, and enhance operational efficiency within the legal department.
Risk Manager: Enterprise Risk
Responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating enterprise-wide risks. The role will involve developing risk management frameworks, ensuring compliance with risk policies, and advising management on emerging threats to the Bank’s operations.
IT Risk Manager – Risk
Specializing in IT-related risks, this role will assess vulnerabilities within the Bank’s technology systems and recommend mitigation strategies. Responsibilities include conducting IT audits, ensuring cybersecurity controls are in place, and liaising with system administrators on risk prevention measures.
Information Risk Manager
This position will focus on safeguarding sensitive data by implementing strong information risk governance structures. The role will monitor data access, enforce security protocols, and ensure compliance with data protection laws and standards.
Cybersecurity Risk & Red Team Specialist
The role will conduct security penetration testing, identify vulnerabilities, and simulate cyberattacks to improve system defenses. The specialist will work closely with IT teams to strengthen the Bank’s cybersecurity posture.
Compliance Manager
Overseeing the compliance function, this position ensures that the Bank adheres to all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies. The role will involve regular compliance audits, policy reviews, and staff training on compliance matters.
Compliance Analyst
Supporting the compliance team, the Compliance Analyst will monitor regulatory changes, assist in compliance reporting, and review operational procedures to ensure adherence to legal requirements.
Group Supply Chain Process Excellence Manager
This role will oversee supply chain process improvement initiatives, focusing on efficiency, transparency, and cost-effectiveness. Responsibilities include developing standard operating procedures, conducting supplier evaluations, and implementing best practices.
Business Origination Manager – Food & Agriculture Sector
Tasked with identifying and developing new business opportunities within the food and agriculture sector. The role will involve relationship building, deal structuring, and advising on financial solutions tailored to sector needs.
Group Supply Chain Quality Assurance and Integrity Manager
This role ensures that the Bank’s supply chain meets high-quality standards and ethical practices. The position will oversee quality audits, monitor supplier compliance, and address any breaches of integrity.
Finacle Core Banking System Developer
The developer will be responsible for maintaining and enhancing the Bank’s Finacle core banking platform. Duties include system customization, troubleshooting, performance optimization, and integration with third-party applications.
Sector Specialist, Livestock
This position will provide expert guidance on livestock sector financing and project implementation. Responsibilities include evaluating investment opportunities, advising on risk management, and developing sector-specific products.
Sector Specialist, Agriculture Mechanization
Focused on promoting agricultural mechanization, this role will assess client needs, recommend mechanization solutions, and structure financing models to support productivity growth.
Senior Technology Risk Manager
A senior role responsible for managing technology-related risks across the Bank. Duties include overseeing IT risk assessments, developing mitigation plans, and providing strategic guidance to ensure technology resilience.
Senior Manager – Technology Risk
Working closely with IT and business units, this role will identify, monitor, and mitigate technology risks. The position will involve preparing detailed risk reports and ensuring risk controls are effectively implemented.
Head Technology, Information and Cybersecurity Risk & Governance
This senior leadership position will oversee governance structures for technology, information, and cybersecurity risk management. The role will set policies, lead strategic initiatives, and ensure alignment with the Bank’s overall risk framework.
Regional Relationship Manager – Bancassurance (Nairobi East)
Based in multiple locations, this position will drive insurance product sales through the Bank’s branches in the Nairobi East region. Responsibilities include relationship management, training branch staff, and meeting sales targets.
Growth Campaign Manager – Finserve
This role will design and execute growth campaigns for Finserve’s products and services. The manager will analyze market trends, identify growth opportunities, and develop campaigns to attract and retain customers.
Assistant Manager Livestock Husbandry & Monitoring
This position will monitor livestock projects financed by the Bank, ensuring they meet production and profitability targets. Responsibilities include technical assessments, field visits, and progress reporting.
Assistant Manager – Records & Archives
Responsible for managing the Bank’s records and archival systems. The role will ensure that documentation is securely stored, easily retrievable, and compliant with regulatory requirements.
Developer – Oracle Platforms
The developer will design, implement, and maintain applications built on Oracle platforms. Duties include database management, application customization, and troubleshooting.
Technical Product Manager
Overseeing the technical development of products, this role will liaise between product teams and technical developers to ensure products meet market and customer needs.
Usage & Retention Manager – Finserve
This role will focus on improving customer engagement and retention for Finserve’s services. Responsibilities include analyzing usage data, developing retention strategies, and implementing loyalty programs.
Sr. Manager, Network Operations
Responsible for managing the Bank’s network infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. Duties include overseeing network engineers, implementing upgrades, and responding to incidents.
Group Senior Economist
This position will provide macroeconomic analysis and forecasting to guide the Bank’s strategic decisions. Responsibilities include monitoring economic trends, preparing reports, and advising on policy implications.
