VisionFund Kenya formerly known as KADET Ltd was founded by World Vision Kenya in 2000, with an aim to establish a microfinance organization that would institutionalize professionalism in effective credit intermediation and economic empowerment through business support for remote communities. Over the years, VisionFund Kenya has steadily developed a dominant niche as the preferred rural financier, alongside developing a portfolio that demonstrates the sustainability of rural finance. In partnership with World Vision Kenya, VFK is committed to economic empowerment of Kenya’s remote communities and works mainly by developing loan products that not only utilize the economic acumen of the customer, but also build their social and financial knowledge for both long and short term financial stability. The organization thus improves the lives of children in Kenya by offering small loans and other financial services to families living in poverty. Our work empowers our clients to grow successful businesses which enable children to grow up with improved health and education. Applying the principles of our Christian ministry we work in partnership with World Vision; committed to long-term change which will unlock potential for future generations. VFK uses the group-based methodology for credit lending to its customers. This is not only cost effective but is also a prerequisite to effective outreach and rural penetration. Individual lending products are however selectively offered commensurate to the dynamic needs of a client. Overall, VFK offers Asset Loans, Business Loans, Agriculture Loans and School Fees Loans. Our Vision Our vision for every child, life in all its fullness; Our prayer for every heart, the will to make it so Our Mission We improve the lives of children living in poverty We empower women and their families with small loans and other financialservices We unlock the potential for communities to flourish We improve the lives of children living in poverty. Our services in the developing world unlock the potential for small businesses to grow. This enables children to grow up with improved health and education giving them the foundations to build a positive future. We empower women and their families with small loans and other financial services. We help create real and lasting change by giving our clients, both women and men, the training and support to run successful businesses that will provide a sustainable income. We unlock the potential for communities to thrive. VisionFund Kenya is part of World Vision, a Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation. Applying the principles of our Christian ministry we work together to provide the foundations for local economies to flourish in healthy and safe communities.Key Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for: Leading Operational and Credit Risk Management initiatives across branches and departments. Monitoring portfolio quality, operational losses, fraud risks, and internal control effectiveness. Developing and maintaining enterprise-wide Risk and Compliance frameworks aligned to regulatory and VisionFund International standards. Serving as the institution’s Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO). Coordinating compliance with AML/CFT requirements, Data Protection laws, Digital Credit Provider Regulations, and other statutory obligations. Preparing Risk & Compliance reports for Management, Board Committees, and regulators. Coordinating Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP) activities. Driving institutional risk awareness, staff training, and compliance culture initiatives. Following up implementation and closure of audit and compliance recommendations. Qualifications & Experience The ideal candidate should possess: Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Law, or related field. Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, CAMS, or equivalent will be an added advantage. Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant experience in Risk Management, Compliance, or Internal Audit within the Microfinance, Banking, SACCO, or Financial Services sector. Strong knowledge of Operational Risk, Credit Risk, AML/CFT, Internal Controls, and Regulatory Compliance. Excellent analytical, communication, report-writing, and stakeholder management skills. High integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.