World Vision Kenya is seeking a highly qualified and motivated for its subsidiary, VisionFund Kenya. This role focuses on leading operational and credit risk management initiatives, developing and maintaining compliance frameworks, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements.
Risk and Compliance Manager
Key Responsibilities
Risk Management: Lead Operational and Credit Risk Management initiatives across all branches and departments.
Monitoring & Control: Monitor portfolio quality, operational losses, fraud risks, and internal control effectiveness.
Framework Development: Develop and maintain enterprise-wide Risk and Compliance frameworks aligned with regulatory and VisionFund International standards.
MLRO Duties: Serve as the institution’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and coordinate compliance with AML/CFT requirements.
Regulatory Compliance: Coordinate compliance with Data Protection laws, Digital Credit Provider Regulations, and other statutory obligations.
Reporting: Prepare Risk & Compliance reports for Management, Board Committees, and regulators.
Business Continuity: Coordinate Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) activities.
Audit Resolution: Follow up on the implementation and closure of audit and compliance recommendations.
Qualifications & Experience
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Law, or a related field.
Professional Certifications: CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, CAMS, or equivalent qualifications will be an added advantage.
Experience: Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in Risk Management, Compliance, or Internal Audit within the Microfinance, Banking, SACCO, or Financial Services sector.
Knowledge: Strong knowledge of Operational Risk, Credit Risk, AML/CFT, Internal Controls, and Regulatory Compliance.
Key Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, communication, report-writing, and stakeholder management skills. High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
Core Competencies
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate across teams.
Strategic thinking and problem-solving capability.
Accountability and results orientation.
High ethical standards, sound judgment, cultural astuteness, and respect for diversity in the workplace.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by visiting the official World Vision job portal: Apply Here on World Vision Workday.
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