Emma Ibuutu
@emmaibuutu
Strategic business development manager with 13+ years of experience.
What I'm looking for
I am a seasoned Relationship Manager and Business Development Manager with over 13 years of experience in the financial services sector. My expertise lies in driving revenue growth, client acquisition, and retention, particularly within the healthcare SMEs portfolio. I have successfully led teams of up to 44 staff, managing significant budgets and portfolios, while consistently achieving ambitious targets.
Throughout my career, I have developed and executed strategic initiatives that have resulted in double-digit growth and enhanced market penetration. My leadership style is empowering and motivational, fostering high-performance teams that excel in delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions. I am fluent in both English and Kiswahili, which allows me to connect with diverse clients and stakeholders effectively.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Snr Relationship Manager – Health Sector
Housing Finance Corporation
Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)
Developed a detailed strategy to grow and maintain a customer portfolio, ensuring the delivery of business targets in accordance with the Health Department's annual performance plan. Represented the bank in networking, business forums, and partnerships with professional healthcare associations to secure new accounts.
Relationship Manager – Health Sector/ Business Banking (SME)
Equity Bank Kenya Ltd.
Jan 2023 - Present (2 years 11 months)
Conducted targeted training across 48 branches, significantly increasing the health sector portfolio. Reduced loan portfolio-at-risk (PAR) through rigorous loan recovery follow-ups with key insurance providers.
Business Client Advisor – SME
Equity Bank Kenya Ltd.
Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 11 months)
Enhanced the quality of the loan portfolio by closely monitoring a KES 2B+ SME loan portfolio. Partnered with the Debt Collection Team to reduce portfolio-at-risk from 15% to 4% and trim the debt default rate by 43% over five years.
Credit Administrator/ Assistant Credit Head
Equity Bank Kenya Ltd.
May 2014 - Present (11 years 7 months)
Led 14 branch staff in growing the loan book from KES 1.3B to over KES 2.5B and taming operational chaos to stamp out fraudulent cases. Lowered default rates by 53% and elevated operational efficiency by more than 80% through enforcement of credit risk management policies.
Relationship Officer, Microcredit Lending
Equity Bank Kenya Ltd.
Apr 2010 - Present (15 years 8 months)
Produced a yearly loan book of KES 36M against a target of KES 45M, and acquired 106 new client accounts against a target of 120 through loan proposals and effective relationship management. Generated KES 16M over tenure via client referral networks in collaboration with two branch staff.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
College of Insurance
Certificate of Proficiency, Insurance
2024 - 2024
Completed a certificate program focused on insurance principles and practices. Gained foundational knowledge essential for working in the insurance sector.
Kenya Institute of Management (KIM)
Diploma, Project Management
2009 - 2010
Obtained a diploma in Project Management, focusing on methodologies and tools for effective project execution. Developed skills in planning, organizing, and managing resources to achieve project goals.
Kenyatta University
Bachelor of Science, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics
2004 - 2008
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics. Gained comprehensive knowledge in food science, human nutrition, and dietetics principles.
Availability
Location
Authorized to work in
Job categories
Interested in hiring Emma?
You can contact Emma and 90k+ other talented remote workers on Himalayas.
Message EmmaFind your dream job
Sign up now and join over 100,000 remote workers who receive personalized job alerts, curated job matches, and more for free!
