SMEP MICROFINANCE BANK LIMITED

KIRICHWA ROAD – OFF ARGWINGS KODHEK ROAD

P.O. Box 64063-00620, NAIROBI.

Tel: 020 2055761, 3572799, 2673327/8, Cell: 0776 255861/2/3; 0711 606900

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SMEP Microfinance Bank Limited is a dynamic Christian based bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya, whose Mission is “To empower our customers through provision of market driven financial solutions”.

We are inviting applications from interested and suitably qualified candidates who are passionate about transforming lives in the society, to fill the following position:

1)  RISK & COMPLIANCE OFFICER - 04/11/17)

Reporting to the Risk & Compliance Manager, the job holder will be part of the team responsible for the Bank’s overall enterprise risk management and compliance framework.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

·  Implementation of the Risk and Compliance framework and Policies in the Bank.

·  Monitoring and tracking of Banks’ compliance to regulatory guidelines statutory requirements and internal processes and procedures.

·  Identification and assessment of the compliance risks associated with the bank’s current and proposed future business activities, including new products, new business relationships and processes

·  Continuous monitoring of compliance with internal policies, procedures and guidelines by through regular and comprehensive Risk and Control assessment and testing

·  Providing assurance of the bank's readiness in case of business interruption/disruption through regular reviews of the unit BCP plans.

·  Responsible for monitoring compliance and reporting for Anti Money Laundering and Counter Financing of Terrorism

·  Providing regular training of staff to build on risk management and compliance awareness

·  Reviewing and providing advise on corporate governance management

·  Regular reviewing of transactions to ensure that high risk transactions are identified and appropriately approved.

Key Qualities, Competencies & Experiences

§  At least 2 years experience in a Compliance, Risk or Internal Audit role in a reputable Banking institution

§  Keen to detail and sharp analytical skills

§  Excellent report writing skills

§  An excellent and proactive planner with great organization skills

§  Flexible and willing to travel across the country at short notice

§  Good interpersonal and communication skills

§  Between 30 and 40 years of age

§  Applicants must be committed to Christian values with a passion to serve

Qualifications

§  Bachelors’ degree in Accountancy, Finance or Business Administration.

§  Must have acquired professional certification in Accountancy or Auditing

§  Post graduate degree will be an added advantage

§  Proficiency in MS Office suite and previous experience with T24 Banking system will be an added advantage.

HOW TO APPLY

The full job profile is on the website and qualified and interested candidates who meet the criteria should download the “Job Application Form” at www.smep.co.ke/opportunities, and send their filled applications to on or before Thursday, 30th November, 2017. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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