The Absa Kenya Foundation was established by Absa Bank Kenya PLC in 2024 as a non-profit entity charged with developing and implementing strategies that deliver positive impact in the environment and the society. The Foundation is committed to doing work across four strategic pillars: Entrepreneurship development, Education and skills, Natural Resource Management and Health and Humanitarian Relief. We are seeking a competent and experienced individual to lead the strategic and day-to-day operations of the Foundation. The role will oversee program development and management, operational efficiency, fundraising for programs, and coordination of monitoring and evaluation to ensure impactful delivery of the Foundation’s objectives. Key Accountabilities: Program Development & Management: Lead the development and execution of the Foundation’s strategic plan. Lead in the design, implementation, and scaling of programs across the four strategic pillars. Operations Management: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the Foundation, including compliance and governance. Fundraising: Develop and execute strategies to secure funding for programs through partnerships and donor engagement. Monitoring & Evaluation: Establish frameworks to measure impact, track progress, and report outcomes effectively. Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and visibility. Budgeting & Financial Oversight: Prepare and manage budgets for programs and operations, ensuring cost-effectiveness and accountability. Risk and Control objective: Ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with regulatory requirements, Enterprise Wide Risk Management Framework and internal Absa Policies and Policy Standards. Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the role.
