About the Department

The Risk Advisory Function integrates powerful and practical solutions in cyber security, strategy, regulation and controls, backed by deep business knowledge across multi-disciplinary teams, to help our clients take the opportunity to connect trust, resilience and security for a more positive outcome.

The Forensics function advises local and regional clients in the complex areas of Disputes, Discovery, Forensic Analytics, Forensic Investigations (including, fraud, corruption and misconduct), and Financial Crime Advisory.

Deloitte East Africa currently has an exciting opportunity for dynamic individuals to join our Risk Advisory Department – Risk Services as Business Analysts in the Forensics service line. This position will be based in our Nairobi office in Kenya.

Main purpose of the job

The successful candidates will ensure that assignments are carried out to the highest standards in order to provide outstanding value to clients and the Firm; making an impact that matters; and setting the direction to deliver exceptional client service.

What you will do

• Under guidance, support the delivery efforts of the engagement team;
• Research on innovation and trends related to the business, industry and economy and use acquired information to enhance service offerings;
• Contribute to the regional and business area winning business strategy and targets;
• Manage own work against project plans to ensure a superior client experience; and
• Support the identification of prospective business development opportunities.

Requirements

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized university with a minimum of second upper or equivalent.
• Minimum KCSE overall grade of B+, with a B+ in Mathematics and English or equivalent.
• Qualification or pursuing qualification in a relevant field will be an added advantage.

Behavioural competencies

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Strong client delivery focus
• Adaptable, managing change and ambiguity with ease
• Focus on quality and risk
• Exceptional planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work as an effective team member in a complex and fast paced environment.

Technical Competencies

• Proven ability to manage and execute projects
• Experience in drafting and presenting client proposals
• Excellent report writing skills
• Good financial knowledge
• Sound business acumen
• Well-developed computer user skills.
• Sound problem solving ability

Your role as a leader

At Deloitte we believe in the importance of leadership at all levels. We expect our people to embrace and live our purpose by challenging themselves to identify issues that are most important for our clients, our people, and for society and make an impact that matters.

Leadership Capabilities

Living our Purpose – Builds own understanding of our purpose and values; explores opportunities for impact.

Influence – Actively focuses on developing effective communication and relationship-building skills.

Performance drive – Understands expectations and demonstrates personal accountability for keeping performance on track.

Strategic direction – Understands how their daily work contributes to the priorities of the team and the business.

Talent development – Demonstrates strong commitment to personal learning and development; acts as a brand ambassador to help attract top talent.