Head - Forensic Investigation at Equity Bank Kenya

• The purpose of the Head Forensic Investigations is to lead and manage the bank’s forensic investigation function, ensuring the effective detection, investigation, and resolution of financial crimes, fraud, misconduct, and other breaches of internal policies and regulatory requirements. The role is critical in safeguarding the bank’s integrity, assets, and reputation.

Key Accountabilities

​​​​​​​Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement the bank’s forensic investigation strategy aligned with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Lead high-profile and complex investigations across the bank’s operations, including fraud, corruption, money laundering, and insider threats.
•  Advise senior management and the board on investigation outcomes, risk exposures, and mitigation strategies.

Operational Oversight

• Manage the end-to-end investigation process: case intake, planning, evidence gathering, analysis, reporting, and closure.
• Ensure investigations are conducted ethically, objectively, and in compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
• Maintain a secure and confidential case management system.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with internal departments (Legal, Compliance, HR, Audit, IT Security) and external stakeholders (law enforcement, regulators, forensic consultants).
• Represent the bank in regulatory inquiries and legal proceedings related to investigations.

Risk Management & Prevention

• Identify systemic issues and recommend control enhancements to prevent recurrence.
• Support the development of fraud risk assessments and anti-fraud programs.
• Conduct training and awareness programs on fraud prevention and ethical conduct.
• Reporting & Governance
• Prepare detailed investigation reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Present periodic reports to senior management, audit committees, and regulators.
• Ensure proper documentation and archiving of investigation records.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in law, Accounting, Finance, Criminology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), CPA, CIA, or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in forensic investigations, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Proven leadership experience in managing complex investigations and teams.