The role holder will be responsible for supporting in the development and execution of product development plan/s through gathering and analysing of market research data. He/She will be responsible for working effectively as part of the team to deliver on the Key Result Areas and demonstrates competencies of his/her role.

Roles and Responsibilities
1. Prepare draft proposals or business case for Market Development initiatives.
2. Contribute and prepare draft reports for projects and activities within the Division.
3. Contribute to sharing of ideas on the development of new products and enhancement of existing ones and participate in development of changes for approved enhancements.
4. Provide support to the Benchmark Bonds Program in line with the objectives for the function.
5. Support the Infrastructure Bonds (IFBs) Program in line with the objectives for the function.
6. Represent the Section in industry standing committees or taskforces such as Financial Sector Stability & Research subcommittee of the FSC, MAC of the EAC, FinTech and the Bond Market Development Committee, among others.
7. Propose opinions on policy reforms to strengthen the government bond market.
8. Develop new products to serve different investor preferences.
9. Supporting in the development and execution of product development plan/s through gathering and analysing of market research data.
10. Responsible for coordinating the advertising, public relations, and marketing communications activities to meet product objectives in liaison with the Communications Office.
11. Participate in CBK Editorial Board for the CBK E-Newsletter and other publications.
12. Coordinate responses to public and media enquiries on Government securities market issues.
13. Participate, contribute, and record proceedings of delegate meetings for the Division.
14. Prepare reports on product expectations, market size, market uptake, market share.
15. Think critically and apply broad knowledge base to propose practical solutions and share ideas with Management of potential routes of action based on research and background knowledge of the latest market/industry developments.
16. Prepare ad hoc and periodic reports on activities related to their roles and submit to the supervisor in a timely manner.
17. Any other responsibility as assigned by the supervisor.

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Banking, Public Relations, Communication, Marketing, Information Science or similar field from a recognized institution.

At least two (2) years’ experience within the Financial Markets environment.

TTechnical Competencies
Knowledge and understanding of:
1. Public financial and Domestic Debt Management.
2. T-bills & bonds & other Financial Market instruments.
3. Financial markets: Money markets; Capital markets; Derivatives.
4. Analysis: Market analysis; Fundamental analysis; Technical analysis.
5. Investment policies.
6. Banking laws and regulations.
7. Central Banking Operations experience
General and Behavioural Competencies
1. Planning and organization - Ability to organize work, set priorities and deliver high quality work within set timelines.
2. Organization knowledge – Ability to recognize how own work contributes to the achievement of team goals.
3. Quality orientation – Ability to ensure work assigned is completed with accuracy and carefully follow established procedures and regulations.
4. Communication - Ability to express information clearly and succinctly, orally and in writing, considering the audience and the nature of the information.
5. Ability to understand Departmental goals and objectives and how they relate to the Department's capability.
6. Demonstrate ability to present own views and a desirable level of self confidence
7. Professionalism, work ethic & integrity – Adhere to professional standards and established Bank procedures, policies when carrying out tasks.
8. Collaboration and teamwork - Build and sustain positive relationships with team members and stakeholders.
9. Accountability and professional development - Able to effectively prioritise tasks and work towards meeting deadlines and take responsibility.
10. Creativity and innovation – Ability to share ideas for improvement/s to the way of working/ tasks assigned.
11. Customer focus – Engage Internal and External client in a respectful, helpful, and responsive manner as per the Bank Procedures and guidelines.

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