The role holder will be responsible for implementing measures to ensure adherence tothe regulatory requirements and internal procedures, thereby minimizing losses arisingfrom cost of non-compliance.**
Knowledge, Skills & Experience**• Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized institution. Master’s degree is an added advantage. • Recognized professional certification such as CFA, CIS, ACCA, ICPAK, CFP, CFE, ACAMS, IT Certifications, etc • Minimum of 15 years post qualification experience in Compliance & Internal Control within the Financial Services Industry of which at least 10 must have been in the Banking Sector. • Strong understanding of Kenyan banking regulations and corporate governance. • Experience in managing compliance monitoring or assurance functions is preferred. • Banking Operations (Domestic & International Operations) • Knowledge in Accounting & Credit Analysis / Appraisal • Environmental / Industry Analysis • Risk Management • Operational risk • Investment / Portfolio Management • Assets & Liabilities Management • Accounting principles and GL structures• Proficiency in Excel and financial systems • IFRS and regulatory reporting standards • Financial analysis / interpretation • Knowledge of eCDD systems and global KYC requirements • Knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF & consumer protection • Expertise in AML/CFT and sanctions compliance • Leadership experience • Strong analytical and investigative skills • Coaching /Leadership / Influencing • Strong analytical and investigative skills • Excellent written and verbal communication, presentations skills and team player. • Discretion in handling confidential information • Collaboration: forms business partnerships that help drive the Bank’s Assurance agenda. • Good knowledge of Banking laws and regulations • Stakeholder Management
• To ensure that the Bank’s business conducted follows international /Local AMLregulations and the bank’s AML/CFT policies • Conduct review to test the validity and appropriateness of, and business compliance with, financial crime policies and procedures. • Manage AML/CFT escalation issues for the business • Provide regular reports to Chief Conduct & Compliance Officer and provide recommendations for mitigating financial crime risk. • Advise on new AML/CFT regulations by liaising with the Head, Advisory & Support to performing training • Tracking significant issues arising from Financial Crime Compliance (FCC) metrics, FCC Monitoring and Assurance activities, Audit reviews and regulatory inspections, providing validation of issue closure where necessary. • Ensure all AML/CFT procedures relating to the business coverage model are up to date • Assist to implement and maintain anti-money laundering, sanctions and terrorist financing policies and procedures, monitor their adequacy.