Assistant Risk & Compliance Manager at Africa Management Solutions Limited (AMSOL)

Key Responsibilities

• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the enterprise risk management and compliance framework.
• Conduct enterprisewide risk assessments and identify emerging operational, financial, compliance, and strategic risks.
• Prepare periodic risk management reports, dashboards, and Key Risk Indicator (KRI) reports for management review.
• Maintain and update the corporate risk register and risk management tools.
• Support development and review of risk management policies, procedures, and operational manuals.
• Conduct operational risk assessments for new products, systems, partnerships, and business processes.
• Monitor credit risk exposures and support portfolio risk mitigation initiatives.
• Participate in credit and liquidity stress testing exercises and prepare analytical reports.
• Review transactions and operational activities to identify highrisk or suspicious transactions.
• Support implementation and monitoring of AML, KYC, and CFT compliance requirements.
• Monitor and report AML/CFTrelated activities and suspicious transactions in line with regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate process mapping exercises and recommend controls for highrisk operational areas.
• Support business continuity planning and operational resilience initiatives.
• Conduct compliance reviews, random operational checks, and branch compliance assessments.
• Follow up on internal audit findings, CBK inspection issues, and compliance action plans to ensure timely closure.
• Provide analytical support to management and Board Risk Committees on risk and compliance matters.
• Facilitate risk awareness training and support development of risk management learning materials.
• Liaise with internal departments, regulators, auditors, and stakeholders on risk and compliance matters.
• Participate in special projects and continuous improvement initiatives as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Banking, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Risk Management, Auditing, Accounting, or Compliance required.
• Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience in Risk Management, Audit, Compliance, or Internal Controls.
• Experience within banking, microfinance, SACCO, or financial services sector is highly preferred.
• Experience in the same business is preferred.
• Strong understanding of enterprise risk management, AML/CFT compliance, and operational risk controls.
• Knowledge of CBK regulations, prudential guidelines, and financial sector compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in ICT systems, banking systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, financial analysis, and report writing skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize tasks, and meet strict deadlines.

Key Competencies

• Enterprise risk management
• Regulatory compliance and AML/CFT monitoring
• Operational and credit risk analysis
• Internal controls and audit followup
• Financial and data analysis
• Report writing and presentation skills
• Analytical and problemsolving abilities
• Communication and stakeholder management
• Organizational and planning skills
• Integrity and attention to detail

End Date:12th June 2026