KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Academic

• Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
  
• Postgraduate qualification in Law, Compliance, or Risk Management is an added advantage.
  

Professional

• At least one of the following:
  • ACAMS or equivalent AML/Compliance certification
    
  • ICIFA / ICS (Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment – Compliance pathways)
    
  • CPA (K) or ACCA (for statutory reporting exposure)
    
• Regulatory compliance or governance training is desirable.
  

Desired Work Experience

• 4–6 years’ experience in regulatory compliance, legal & compliance, or risk management within a bank or regulated financial institution.
  
• Hands-on experience with:
  • CBK Prudential Guidelines and circulars
    
  • Regulatory reporting and statutory returns
    
  • Regulatory inspections and supervisory engagements
    

Regulatory Compliance Framework

• Maintain the Bank’s Regulatory & Statutory Compliance Framework in line with CBK requirements and other applicable laws.
  
• Maintain an up-to-date regulatory universe and compliance register covering all applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
  

Regulatory Monitoring & Advisory

• Monitor changes in laws, regulations, CBK circulars, and prudential guidelines.
  
• Interpret regulatory requirements and provide clear compliance guidance to business units and management.
  
• Assess regulatory impact on products, processes, and strategy.
  

Regulatory Reporting & Submissions

• Coordinate preparation, validation, and submission of all statutory and regulatory returns (CBK, KDIC, IRA, CMA, KRA, ODPC, etc. where applicable).
  
• Ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness of regulatory reports.
  
• Maintain regulatory submission calendars and evidence repositories.
  

Policy & Governance Alignment

• Ensure internal policies and procedures are updated to reflect regulatory changes.
  
• Support governance committees with regulatory compliance updates and compliance attestations.
  

Regulatory Inspections & Engagements

• Track inspection findings, agree corrective action plans, and monitor closure relating to regulatory compliance.
  
• Act as a key liaison between regulators and internal stakeholders.
  

Training & Awareness

• Deliver regulatory compliance awareness sessions to staff.
  
• Ensure business units understand regulatory obligations applicable to their functions.
  

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

• Maintain zero material non-compliance with regulatory reporting timelines.
  
• Demonstrate responsiveness to regulatory changes via updated policies and communication.
  
• Increase regulatory awareness across business lines.