Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day engagement with CBK on licensing, compliance, and strategic regulatory matters Advise on Kenya’s banking regulatory framework, including license categories and upgrade pathways Attend in-person meetings at CBK and coordinate with Umba’s legal advisors
• Develop and execute regulatory strategy aligned with Umba’s growth objectives Provide regular briefings on regulatory progress, risks, and stakeholder dynamics
• Navigate informal dynamics and relationships within CBK and the broader regulatory ecosystem Prepare regulatory filings, applications, and formal correspondence as needed
• Support coordination between Umba, external partners, and CBK

Requirements

• 10+ years in Kenyan financial services regulation, banking compliance, or government relations
• Deep understanding of CBK’s licensing framework and regulatory processes
• Based in Nairobi with availability for in-person meetings at short notice
• Strong written communication skills for regular remote briefings to the CEO