Equity Bank Kenya continues to cement its position as one of the most innovative, inclusive, and customer-centric financial institutions in Africa. Guided by its mission to transform lives and livelihoods through access to modern, inclusive financial services, the Bank has built a strong reputation for leadership, growth, and excellence. As part of its continued expansion and commitment to service delivery, the Bank is inviting talented, passionate, and driven individuals to join its dynamic team across a variety of specialized fields.
The following positions are currently open for applications across various departments, offering exceptional career growth opportunities in finance, technology, operations, and leadership. These roles represent the Bank’s focus on innovation, digital transformation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
1. Environmental, Social Governance & Reputational Risk Officer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 20, 2025
The Environmental, Social Governance (ESG) & Reputational Risk Officer will play a pivotal role in embedding sustainability and responsible banking practices within the institution. This role involves ensuring that the Bank’s business activities align with global ESG standards, ethical practices, and its commitment to social responsibility.
Job Description:
- Develop and implement ESG risk assessment frameworks and ensure they are integrated into the Bank’s decision-making processes.
- Monitor and evaluate the environmental and social impacts of projects financed by the Bank.
- Support in formulating policies to mitigate reputational risks associated with lending, operations, or stakeholder engagements.
- Conduct ESG compliance audits and prepare reports for internal and regulatory use.
- Engage with external partners, NGOs, and regulatory bodies to strengthen ESG practices.
- Facilitate staff training and awareness programs on sustainability and ethical business conduct.
2. Head of Credit Collections (EBKL)
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 20, 2025
The Head of Credit Collections will oversee the design and execution of collection strategies to maintain portfolio health, minimize non-performing loans (NPLs), and optimize recovery efforts across the Bank’s credit portfolio.
Job Description:
- Lead and manage the end-to-end collections process, including early-stage collections, recoveries, and restructuring.
- Develop and implement policies and procedures for efficient and compliant debt collection.
- Utilize data analytics to segment and prioritize accounts for effective collection strategies.
- Coordinate with legal teams and external agencies for litigation and recovery processes.
- Monitor performance metrics and provide strategic recommendations for continuous improvement.
- Ensure adherence to customer protection standards and ethical collection practices.
3. Talent and Capability Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 20, 2025
The Talent and Capability Manager will be instrumental in driving Equity Bank’s people agenda by shaping talent development strategies and fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
Job Description:
- Design and implement talent management frameworks to attract, develop, and retain high-performing employees.
- Lead workforce capability initiatives, including leadership development, succession planning, and performance improvement.
- Collaborate with business units to identify skill gaps and design learning interventions.
- Oversee the implementation of learning management systems and digital training solutions.
- Develop and monitor talent metrics to evaluate program effectiveness and impact on business performance.
- Promote diversity, inclusion, and employee engagement across the organization.
4. Head of Mortgages – EBKL
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
The Head of Mortgages will lead the Bank’s mortgage business segment, driving product innovation, strategic partnerships, and sustainable growth in the real estate financing portfolio.
Job Description:
- Formulate and implement the Bank’s mortgage strategy in line with market trends and customer needs.
- Develop new mortgage products and partnerships with developers, government agencies, and other stakeholders.
- Oversee credit risk management and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Drive portfolio growth through marketing, customer engagement, and operational efficiency.
- Lead and mentor the mortgage team to achieve sales and service excellence.
5. Data Centre Operations Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
The Data Centre Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations and ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of the Bank’s data centre infrastructure.
Job Description:
- Manage all data centre operations, including systems uptime, maintenance, and capacity planning.
- Coordinate with IT teams to ensure continuous availability of critical systems.
- Implement best practices in data centre management, including disaster recovery and incident response.
- Supervise technical staff and contractors to maintain optimal operational standards.
- Monitor performance metrics and ensure compliance with internal and regulatory policies.
6. Application and Collaboration Engineer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
The Application and Collaboration Engineer will support the deployment, maintenance, and optimization of enterprise collaboration tools and business applications.
Job Description:
- Manage application servers, communication platforms, and collaboration tools.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to application performance and user access.
- Implement automation to enhance workflow efficiency and cross-department collaboration.
- Work closely with IT security to ensure data protection and compliance with policies.
- Provide technical support, training, and documentation for business applications.
7. Data Centre Manager – Power and Cooling
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
This role involves overseeing the power and cooling infrastructure within the data centre to ensure efficient and uninterrupted operations.
Job Description:
- Manage power distribution systems, HVAC units, and environmental monitoring.
- Develop preventive maintenance schedules for critical infrastructure.
- Ensure compliance with safety and energy efficiency standards.
- Coordinate with vendors and engineers during installation and upgrades.
- Monitor and optimize energy usage to reduce operational costs.
8. Datacentre Shift Supervisor
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
The Datacentre Shift Supervisor will manage operational shifts to ensure 24/7 uptime of the data centre.
Job Description:
- Supervise technical teams and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures.
- Monitor systems performance and escalate incidents promptly.
- Coordinate maintenance activities and ensure documentation accuracy.
- Train shift technicians and maintain high safety standards.
9. Senior Specialist – Information Security Service Management & Stakeholder Management
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
The Senior Specialist will lead efforts in securing the Bank’s digital assets and managing key relationships with internal and external stakeholders in cybersecurity.
Job Description:
- Manage the lifecycle of information security services and ensure SLA adherence.
- Develop and maintain stakeholder engagement frameworks for cybersecurity governance.
- Monitor security incidents and oversee risk mitigation initiatives.
- Conduct periodic security audits and recommend process improvements.
- Collaborate with IT and compliance teams to ensure robust security posture.
10. Head – Forensic Investigation
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 13, 2025
The Head of Forensic Investigation will lead the Bank’s efforts in identifying, investigating, and preventing financial crimes and internal fraud.
Job Description:
- Conduct forensic audits and investigations across business units.
- Develop frameworks for detecting and reporting fraudulent activities.
- Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and regulators on investigations.
- Provide recommendations to strengthen internal controls and governance.
- Prepare reports and present findings to senior management.
11. Head – Fraud Management
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 13, 2025
The Head of Fraud Management will be responsible for the strategic direction and operational management of fraud prevention across the Bank.
Job Description:
- Oversee fraud detection, prevention, and investigation processes.
- Develop anti-fraud policies and awareness campaigns.
- Utilize data analytics and machine learning to detect fraud patterns.
- Lead a multidisciplinary team of fraud analysts and investigators.
- Liaise with regulatory authorities on compliance and reporting matters.
12. General Manager, IT Service Operations
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 13, 2025
The General Manager will oversee IT operations and ensure the seamless delivery of technology services supporting business objectives.
Job Description:
- Lead IT operations strategy, service delivery, and infrastructure management.
- Ensure compliance with IT governance frameworks and industry standards.
- Oversee systems availability, incident management, and performance optimization.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in IT service management.
- Collaborate with business leaders to align IT capabilities with strategic goals.
13. Senior Developer – Card Integrations
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
The Senior Developer will be responsible for developing and maintaining card integration systems to support the Bank’s payment solutions.
Job Description:
- Design and implement secure API integrations for card systems.
- Troubleshoot and enhance card processing applications.
- Collaborate with vendors and partners to ensure seamless interoperability.
- Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
14. Manager, IT Knowledge Management
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
This role focuses on developing and managing the Bank’s IT knowledge base to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
Job Description:
- Develop IT documentation standards and processes.
- Implement knowledge management tools and repositories.
- Train teams on effective documentation and knowledge sharing.
- Monitor the use and effectiveness of IT knowledge resources.
15. Product Development Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
The Product Development Manager will lead the design and rollout of innovative financial products tailored to customer needs.
Job Description:
- Conduct market research and identify emerging product opportunities.
- Lead cross-functional teams in product design, testing, and launch.
- Develop go-to-market strategies and performance tracking mechanisms.
- Collaborate with marketing and operations to ensure successful rollout.
16. Lead Developer – Card Integrations
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
The Lead Developer will spearhead the development of card integration systems, ensuring scalability, performance, and compliance.
Job Description:
- Lead a team of developers in designing and deploying card integration platforms.
- Manage system architecture and code quality assurance.
- Liaise with external partners to integrate card schemes and payment networks.
- Optimize system performance and ensure compliance with payment security standards.
17. Business Consulting and Market Intelligence Senior Manager
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
This position focuses on driving data-driven business strategies and providing market insights to support decision-making.
Job Description:
- Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis.
- Provide advisory services to business units on growth strategies.
- Develop dashboards and performance tracking tools.
- Present insights and recommendations to executive leadership.
18. Payments Performance Analyst
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
The Payments Performance Analyst will monitor and enhance the performance of the Bank’s payment systems.
Job Description:
- Analyze transaction data to identify trends and performance issues.
- Develop performance reports and recommend process optimizations.
- Support new payment product launches through data insights.
- Collaborate with operations and technology teams for system improvements.
19. Senior Data Engineer
Location: Kenya
Closing Date: October 10, 2025
The Senior Data Engineer will design and maintain data infrastructure to support advanced analytics and decision-making.
Job Description:
- Build and manage data pipelines and storage systems.
- Optimize data flows for performance and scalability.
- Ensure data quality, governance, and compliance.
- Collaborate with data scientists to develop analytical models.
Equity Bank Kenya offers a dynamic environment where innovation meets purpose. If you are passionate about making a difference and driving progress through excellence, consider applying for one of these roles and becoming part of a transformative team shaping the future of African banking.
