Role purpose:
To ensure efficient identification and monitoring of emerging risks as well as management of current risks and report instances of non-compliance to the Compliance Manager. Advise the Compliance Manager on the adequate course of action in specific risks.

Key accountabilities and decision ownership:
•    Conduct a sample review of M-Pesa opened accounts and sample review of tier upgraded accounts,
•    Compile risk related reports ;
•    Report/ escalate any emerging risks to the Compliance Manager;
•    Conduct periodic  compliance reviews on relevant legislations and relevant Policy requirements;
•    Stakeholder management i.e. Sales, the Backoffice, Human Resources, Finance and Marketing etc;

Core competencies, knowledge and experience:
•    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in financial services environment (compliance reviews and issue remediation is an advantage);
•    Accountable and eager to learn and improve current risk environment;
•    Must have analytical skills and attention to detail;
•    Ability to work with minimum supervision;
•    Strong written and verbal communication skills (fluency in English is an advantage).

Must have technical / professional qualifications:
•    Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Law, Finance, Audit, Management or related field;
•    Certification in AML to be completed;

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