Rafiki Microfinance Bank is a place where creativity and positive ambition are infectious. We are restless to win, to meet the changing needs of our customers and unlock growth opportunities.

Purpose of the Job:

The position will be responsible for undertaking fraud and forensic investigations in line with the banks security policy and best practices

Reports to: Senior Manager, Safety, Security & Investigations

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report any lapses in the implementation of the Bank wide fraud policy.
• Carry out fraud and forensic investigations for the bank on all matters pertaining to security breaches and report appropriately.
• Provide administrative support in following up of court cases ensuring proper documentation of investigation files.
• Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders to ensure appropriate security incident management.
• Develop training programs and train staff on fraud detection, prevention, mitigation and reporting
• Proactively collect intelligence for security/safety of bank assets and mitigation of fraud incidents.
• Ensure all fraud records, files, internal and external correspondence are well maintained.
• Represent the department in all matters of investigations.
• Conduct vetting of all new staff joining the bank
• Any other official duty that may be assigned from time to time

Knowledge: Skills and Experience required for this Role 

• Bachelor’s degree in forensics and Fraud investigation, security management or any other related course
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) course is an added advantage
• 5-6 years Working experience, experience in a financial institution is a plus
• Licensed private security regulatory authority certification
• Good understanding of the relevant regulatory framework
• Excellent writing and communications skills.
• Organization skills
• Confidentiality
• Integrity
• Analytical skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office
• Product Knowledge
• People Management skills.
• Systems knowledge