Risk and Compliance Manager

Our Client in the financial services sector is sourcing for an experienced and results-oriented Risk and Compliance Manager to join the team.

This is a management opportunity for a professional who will play a key role in strengthening enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, internal controls and organizational resilience, while promoting a strong culture of integrity and risk awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing the Enterprise Risk Management Framework.
• Leading the identification, assessment and monitoring of strategic, operational, financial and compliance risks.
• Maintaining the corporate risk register and monitoring Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Ensuring compliance with Bank of Zambia requirements and other applicable laws and regulations.
• Developing and reviewing risk management and compliance policies.
• Coordinating compliance monitoring reviews across branches and departments.
• Developing and implementing fraud prevention and fraud risk management initiatives.
• Coordinating investigations into significant compliance and fraud incidents.
• Developing and maintaining Business Continuity and Operational Resilience plans.
• Preparing risk and compliance reports for Senior Management and the Board.
• Providing risk and compliance advice on new products and business initiatives.
• Promoting a strong culture of ethics, compliance and risk awareness.
• Building and leading the Risk and Compliance function as the organization grows.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor's Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Banking, Business Administration, Economics, Law or a related discipline.
• A relevant professional qualification such as CIA, ACCA, CIMA, ICAZ or an equivalent certification will be an added advantage.
• At least 5 years' experience in Risk Management, Compliance, Internal Audit or Financial Services.
• At least 3 years' experience in a supervisory or management role.
• Experience in a regulated financial institution or microfinance environment will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of Risk Management.
• Excellent analytical, report-writing and communication skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity and sound professional judgement.

Key Competencies

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Regulatory Compliance
• Internal Controls
• Fraud Risk Management
• Business Continuity Planning
• Strategic Thinking
• Leadership
• Analytical and Decision-Making Skills
• Communication and Relationship Management