Business Process Re engineering Officer | Equity Bank Kenya

The Role Purpose

The Process Re-engineering Officer is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and redesigning business processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. This role involves collaborating with various departments to implement process improvements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties

Process Analysis and Documentation:

• Assess current business processes to identify inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Document existing workflows, procedures, and systems to establish a baseline for re-engineering efforts.
• Collect and analyze data to inform decision-making and redesign strategies.

Process Re-engineering:

• Design innovative and optimized processes that enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop process maps, workflows, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for new processes.
• Evaluate and recommend automation opportunities and other technological enhancements.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:

• Work closely with department heads, project teams, and IT professionals to understand requirements and align re-engineering efforts with business goals.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to gain buy-in and support for process changes.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure all process improvements comply with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with re-engineered processes.
• Core Accountabilities and Deliverables
• Processes Improvements
• Systems automation

Key Technical and Leadership Competencies Required For Success In The Role

• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex processes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Problem-Solving: Expertise in devising practical solutions to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to build relationships and influence chang across all levels of the organization.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of process mapping tools (e.g., Visio, Lucidchart) and automation technologies.
• Familiarity with ERP and CRM systems for workflow optimization.

Adaptability and Innovation: Open to change and adept at introducing innovative ideas and methods.

Qualifications

Experience Requirements  

• Proven experience in process re-engineering, business analysis, or a similar role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in process mapping and analysis tools (e.g., BPMN, Visio.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Project management experience is a plus.
• Academic Qualifications and Certifications
• Bachelors degree in business administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean, or related methodologies is advantageous.
• Holder of this role deals with a cross function of colleagues as well as third party teams to understand and be able to re-engineer business processes

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