DD, Investment & Portfolio Management Job KNEST

November 25, 2025 •

Posted 2 months ago

Job Description

Finance Jobs, Kenya National Entrepreneurs Savings Trust Jobs.

JOB GRADE KNEST 3 – JOB REF No. KNEST/ FMA/003/25 (RE-ADVERTISED)

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

  • Overseeing the development of policies, regulations, guidelines and strategy for fund management
  • Overseeing the development of the Scheme’s investment plans and strategy;
  • Recommending to Trustees strategic investments opportunities;
  • Establishing linkages with strategic financial partners;
  • Regularly meeting with investment analysts and financial strategic partners to discuss investment opportunities;
  • Providing leadership in analyzing business performance, industry trends, existing or new regulatory requirements and their impact on business operations.
  • Leading in Investment negotiations;
  • Ensuring investment portfolios are aligned with statutory guidelines and KNEST’s strategic objectives;
  • Ensure undertaking of Portfolio and Investment Research;
  • Advising the Trustees on investment options and opportunities;
  • Ensuring returns on investment
  • Coordinating acquisition and management of Scheme Investment with the aim of increasing its value and assure best returns on investment;
  • Setting the criteria and conditions governing investment;
  • Aligning investment portfolio with KNEST ’s strategic objectives;
  • Ensuring maintenance of proper investment records for all securities
  • Ensuring       preparation   of        all       investment    and          periodic        portfolio performance reports
  • In liaison with the Fund Manager, ensure preparation and filing of all statutory reports
  • Managing and developing staff in the department.
  • Ensuring prudent utilization of the resources of the Corporation

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Person Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

  • Served for a minimum period of ten (10) years, four (4) of which shall be in a management role;
  • Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines; Commerce (Finance
  • option), Finance, Economics, Business Management (Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Masters degree in any of the following disciplines; Commerce (Finance Option) Finance, Economics, Business Administration (Finance Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
  • Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA K) examination or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Certificate in Leadership/Governance course from a recognized institution;
  • Membership with a relevant professional body;
  • Proficiency in computer applications;
  • Meet the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution; and
  • Demonstrated professional and Managerial competence in finance and accounts functions as reflected in work performance and results.

Key Competencies and Skills

  • Communication skills;
  • Team work;
  • Interpersonal skills;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Time management skills;
  • Organizational skills;
  • Leadership skills;
  • Negotiation skills;
  • Decision making skills; and
  • Problem solving skills

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How to Apply

For further details and requirements for each role, please visit KNEST Plc website https://knest.go.ke/en/information-centre/careers

Successful candidates will be required to submit the following compliance documents in accordance with Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya (2010):

  • Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
  • Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC).
  • Clearance from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB).
  • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB) clearance report.
  • Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations.

How to Apply

  • Applicants are advised to indicate the position and reference number on their cover letter; their current and expected salaries;
  • Each application should be accompanied with a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of relevant academic and professional certificates and transcripts, National Identity Card or Passport, testimonials and other relevant supporting documents.
  • Hard or Soft-Copy applications shall be accepted;
  • Soft copy applications or online applications should be emailed in pdf format (as one running document) to: recruitment@knest.go.ke
  • Hard copy applications should be addressed to:

Chief Executive Officer
KNEST Plc
P.O. Box 40092-00100
Nairobi

17th Floor National Bank Building, Harambee Avenue, and dropped in the recruitment box on 17th Floor National Bank Building, Harambee Avenue.

N/B:

  • All applications should be received not later than 15thDecember 2025 at 5:00 pm, EAT.
  • The position applied for with the corresponding Job Ref No. should clearly be indicated on the envelop.
  • All hard delivered applications should be registered at the KNEST Plc reception before dropping in the recruitment box.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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