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How I Used C.S.S Services For My Microfinance Job

Job seekers are getting more and more frustrated with the lack of jobs or rather, for not landing jobs even after numerous applications. This frustration has led many to give up the job hunt seeing that there is no hope, yet all they have to do is press on and find out where they are going wrong in their search.

Linda is one such candidate; she had been making applications after applications but without any luck or invitation to interviews. She applied to companies directly but when nothing came of it, she decided to try out applying through recruitment firms.

It was not easy either but she kept pressing until one day she was invited to an interview with Corporate Staffing Services (CSS) for a Finance Manager position in a microfinance company.

Here is her story in 5 questions

1. How did you hear of CSS and the job opportunity?
In my job hunting process, I had analyzed all the recruitment firms and registered my CV with them. I had sent my CV on several occasions to Corporate Staffing without securing a single job interview, but I didn’t despair so I continued making applications.

I then came across the advert for a Finance Manager position and after applying, was called to an interview which I succeed.

2. How was the application and interview process?

It was simple and straight to the poin. I was invited to their offices at Westlands where i met one of their recruitment manager.

3. What’s your inspiration for Microfinance and how is working there any different from other financial institutions?
I think my inspiration comes from way back in years actually. I always wanted to be a banker and I had to find my way back to the industry. I enjoy what I do.

About the experience, I would say it is not much different from working with other finance institutions since my former and current employers function under CBK’s regulations like the others.

4. Microfinance is said to be growing, having been in the industry, do you share this opinion?
She admits that the microfinance industry is indeed growing, especially with the changing technology that is leading to automation in a number of processes which is in turn accommodating more people who are left out in normal banking.

However, Linda is worried that this automation is going to impact negatively on jobs.  “Though growing, this might not translate to more jobs as expected” she says.

5. What is your advice to candidates looking to have a successful career in Microfinance?
Finance is all about passion, be it in microfinance or other institutions. Go to class and familiarize yourself with all the accounting aspects. Take up junior positions and get the necessary experience, that’s all it takes.

Linda did not give up in her job hunt even when it was frustrating, you too can choose not to.

There is no doubt that the job application process is tedious and sometimes even imploring does not mean you have to give up and allow frustration to kick in.  Reach out to someone you know, attend career fairs (some are free) or talk to career professionals, then implement what you learn.

62 Comments

  1. That’s very encouraging. Have just registered and am looking forward to give such a testimony . Am a banker with more than ten years experience in management position. Am positive you will help me get a job soon.

  2. Awesome work, am a graduate holding a bachelor’s degree in economics and mathematics. Am kindly requesting your help in securing a job that would assist me practise the knowledge acquired while pursuing the course and also help me build my career. Thank you

  3. Im caroline i have a diploma in criminology from university of nairobi and 4 years experience as a hotel security manager pls help me to get a job

  4. Hello, I am an economics graduate and I have completed and passed in CPA II. I just subscribed to corporate staffing. Kindly help me to get a job. Thanks

  5. i am very happy for your company.you have assisted many to climb the ladder of sucess. shem (CPA 4 graduate)

  6. Hello, just subscribed to corporate staffing and the job it does is incredible. I am a Diploma graduate in Air cargo introductory course, I have been searching for a job in vain I hope corporate staffing will find me one.

    Thank you.

  7. Hello I’m a cpa graduate and been searching for a job but in vain,,, hope cooperate staffing will assist me.

  8. I love the work been done by you guys how would you assist me having a diploma and degree in social work and community development?

  9. thanks CSS you realy do an amazing tasks to many.would you assist me fine a paid internship program in the field of ICT?

  10. bravo, you are really doing a great work towards changing lives of people. I am also looking forward to you. Congratulations CSS. Thanks in advance

  11. hi people? that was great. hopefully one glorious day i will also be giving out my glorious testimony.
    Regards
    MUJUNI ROGERS FROM KAMPALA , UGANDA

  12. this is encouraging. i would also wish to meet you face to face if you are found anywhere mombasa.

  13. Iam interested in visiting your offices for more discusion.This is encouraging

  14. Css is very proffesional had an interview with them although didnt succeed but it was a good experience

  15. Tanks. Looking forward to gettind usefull information abouft job search for a final goal of getting a good job in Nairobi or in Kenya n general.

  16. Hi Rehema. Unfortunately we do not have a branch in Mombasa, our offices are in Nairobi. That should however, not stop you from applying as all our job applications are done online. If you find a position on our website that matches your qualifications, then go ahead and apply.

  17. Hello Martin, we do not have an option where you can upload your CV. We encourage you to make a direct application for the jobs you meet qualifications to increase your chances of being selected. All our open jobs are posted on the website, and you can receive alerts by registering your details with us here

  18. How do I upload my cv so that u can have it in your data base or can I handover a hardcopy.your feedback is highly appreciated

  19. I extremely like it and so much glad for joining such constructive conversations.

  20. That is good for you,looking forward to great success with corporate satffing

  21. Its very inspiring and I look forward to having a close relationship with CSS. Thank you very much.

  22. its a good encouragement but what of people like me who are outside Nairobi am in miMombasa

  23. Goss. It’s good interaction with corporate staffing group. I hope one time one day I will be given a chance to express myself and to explain myself. May be this family (corporate) my like my expertise and experience. Regards. Kemei

  24. I am applying for internship currently having been completed my degree in Construction Management at JKUAT main campus.
    please help

  25. Thanks for your advce.i have been lookng 4 NGO’s recruiting agricultural extension officers but no where to be found.i will appreciate if u help linking me to such organizations.thanks

  26. Hello there , I am an Ethiopian registered Nurse , Please how can I get international jobs ? Is there any hope to get nursing jobs? can I apply for nursing jobs with you there? Thank you.

  27. I have sent over a hundred applications but no job comes by.currently am forced to do taxi driving job just to make ends meet.0704172465

  28. How do I book a meeting with you to have my CV re-written to current market expectation for accounts job.currently am forced to do taxi driving job just to make ends meet.0704172465

  29. Wonderful. I’m also hunting for a job. I think the same procedure will have me secure a job.

  30. That’s great for Linda, have just completed studies,currently attached at Kenya National Bureau of Statistics, I have sent several application to corporate staffing. I am sure i will be soon called for an interview. But i will keep on pressing in search for job.

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