Reporting to:Chief Finance Officer
Department:Finance

Role Purpose:
This position is responsible for setting, implementing and monitoring the company direction, policies, and procedures for risk management and compliance with regards to Applicable Financial Institution Laws and Regulations, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Laws and Regulations, and Business Risk / Controls matrix management pertaining to MFS.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the cost savings targets of the revenue assurance function/management accounting function
• Educate business units risk and AML
• Obtain buy-in for initiatives related Risk and AML
• Collaborate with technology to exchange knowledge about latest developments in Money laundering in the industry
• Compile monthly reports to inform business decisions
• Advise business on KYC, AML and associated MFS risks
• Analyse Internal MFS process to detect and mitigate weaknesses
• Conduct audits on on-boarding and movement of funds within the MFS systems and environments.
• Test and evaluate new process and changes to existing process to ensure that risk is correctly mitigated prior to implementation

Academic/ Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce or a related field from a recognized Institution.
• University Degree or equivalent qualification in Finance
• ICA Certificate in Anti Money Laundering, Accountant (CPA) K or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) would be an added advantage.
• At least 3-5 years of experience in Compliance and Risk related activities, preferably in a Financial Institution in Kenya
• Experience in AML policies and procedures, and compliance with the laws and regulations in Kenya
• Experience of risk evaluation, internal controls implementation, compliance review processes and Fraud & RA
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in a similar role

Professional Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong Relationship building and Interpersonal skills
• Advanced analytical abilities, business awareness and mobile money product knowledge;
• Strong Negotiation skills;
• Knowledge of financial analysis and interpretation advantageous
• Knowledge of AML international best practice and laws.
• Strong Risk / Control focus and ability to apply laws, regulations and policies appropriately to meet both the compliance obligations and business objectives;
• Ability to manage a team, and support staff (Team player)

How to Apply

This position is open to Kenyan citizens only. If you fit the required profile, please apply highlighting how your qualifications, experience and career aspirations match the requirements for this position.

Application should be sent by latest  2nd March  2018 , please provide an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) including details of your current telephone contacts and names of three referees. Apply through recruitment@telkom.co.ke and ensure the job title is quoted on the subject field. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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