Job Description

JOB TITLE: RISK AND COMPLIANCE OFFICER About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. On behalf of our client, a leading financial institution, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Risk and Compliance Officer to work in Kenya. Job Purpose To support the implementation and maintenance of the Bank's risk management and compliance framework, ensuring that business activities, products and third-party arrangements are appropriately assessed, approved, monitored and managed throughout their lifecycle. The role provides specialist risk and compliance guidance, strengthens controls and promotes a culture of accountability and regulatory adherence across the organisation . Key Responsibilities Risk and Compliance Framework Implementation Implement and maintain the Bank's risk management and compliance frameworks, policies, standards, controls and approval processes. Maintain an enterprise-wide inventory of key risk areas, processes and third-party arrangements, ensuring appropriate ownership , risk classification, approvals and lifecycle monitoring. Risk and Compliance Assessment Conduct risk and compliance assessments covering regulatory compliance, data protection, operational risk, third-party risk, technology risk and conduct risk. Establish risk-based control, testing and evidence requirements, including control testing, monitoring and incident management. Review and Coordination Coordinate independent reviews and approvals with Legal, Compliance, Data Protection, ICT Security, Risk and relevant business control owners. Monitoring and Reporting Monitor risks, control effectiveness, incidents, complaints and remediation actions, preparing reports for management and Board governance forums. Support investigations and resolution of risk-related incidents, control breaches, and compliance concerns, ensuring lessons learned inform improved controls and practices. Regulatory Awareness and Training Monitor emerging regulations and industry developments, maintain governance documentation, and promote risk and compliance awareness through targeted training and guidance. Requirements Qualification and Experience Education Bachelor's degree in Risk Management , Law, Compliance, Finance, Business Administration, Information Systems or a related field . Experience At least six (6) years of relevant experience in risk management, compliance, audit, privacy or regulatory affairs. Demonstrated experience designing or implementing governance and control frameworks within a regulated environment. Practical exposure to operational risk, technology risk, third-party risk or data protection will be an added advantage. Technical Skills Strong knowledge of risk management, compliance and control frameworks. Familiarity with banking regulations, data protection laws and industry standards. Proficiency in MS Office applications and governance/reporting tools. Core Competencies Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. High integrity, accountability, and professionalism. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Results-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset. Added Advantages A relevant postgraduate qualification and professional certification in risk, compliance, privacy, information security or audit. Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications through the link below. Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD TO DISQUALIFICATION.