Senior Risk Officer AML & Compliance

About the Role

Rafiki Microfinance Bank seeks a dedicated Senior Risk Officer to drive excellence and uphold institutional integrity. You will champion our Risk & Compliance framework, overseeing the robustness of internal procedures and ensuring rigorous adherence to regulatory, statutory, and AML/KYC standards. This position safeguards our reputation through unwavering compliance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) risks and manage Suspicious Transaction Report (STR) evaluations
• Serve as the main point of contact for government authorities regarding compliance matters
• Conduct audits and root cause analyses (RCAs) to ensure full adherence to regulatory and internal policies
• Develop internal control frameworks and promote a strong compliance culture across all branches
• Prepare comprehensive risk reports for stakeholders
• Manage sanctions screening (OFAC/UN) processes
• Conduct customer screening and resolve non-compliance issues

Required Qualifications

• Business degree from an accredited university
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Banking Risk, Compliance, and AML/CFT programs
• Proven track record in KYC/AML guidelines and reporting STRs and CTRs
• Strong ability to interpret financial data
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and organizational skills

Location

Nairobi, Kenya