Assistant Manager, Governance, Strategic & Reputational Risk at Equity Bank Kenya

The role holder is responsible for supporting the development, review, and implementation of the bank’s risk governance framework, policies, and procedures. The role ensures that governance processes comply with regulatory requirements and align with the bank’s risk appetite and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a repository of policies, procedures, and governance frameworks, ensuring regular updates.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, and updating the bank’s risk governance policies and procedures.
• Ensure policies comply with CBK (Central Bank of Kenya) regulations, Basel III, and corporate governance codes.
• Support the implementation and monitoring of corporate governance frameworks and policies.
• Assist in conducting risk assessments to identify weaknesses in governance structures.
• Work closely with compliance, audit, and risk teams to strengthen governance controls.
• Assist in identifying, assessing, and managing strategic and reputational risks.
• Support the Head, Risk Governance in identifying and mitigating emerging governance risks.
• Ensure compliance with governance regulations, industry best practices, and internal policies.
• Monitor emerging trends and regulatory developments that may impact corporate reputation.
•  Assist in developing crisis management and reputational risk response plans.
• Collaborate with compliance, legal, and audit teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Prepare reports and presentations on governance, strategic risk, and reputational risk for senior leadership.
• Conduct training and awareness programs on governance principles and reputational risk management.

Qualifications

Qualifications And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
• 2+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or policy development in the financial sector.
• Experience in policy writing, governance reporting, and regulatory compliance.
• Familiarity with risk governance frameworks and best practices in banking.