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- Company: Equity Bank Kenya
- Location: Kenya
- State: Nairobi
- Job type: Full-Time
- Job category: IT/Telecom Jobs in Kenya
Job Description
Equity Bank Limited (The “Bank”) is incorporated, registered under the Kenyan Companies Act Cap 486 and domiciled in Kenya. The address of the Bank’s registered office is 9th Floor, Equity Centre, P.O. Box 75104 – 00200 Nairobi. The Bank is licensed under the Kenya Banking Act (Chapter 488), and continues to offer retail banking, microfinance and relat…
Lead, Security Technology Roadmap & COE
Job Purpose:
The Lead, Security technology specialist provides a demonstrated holistic mastery and in-depth understanding of existing and emerging system, infrastructure and network security technologies in a complex environment and provides guidance on information security processes, controls, and compliance, and information security risk management.
Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities:
- Measure the effectiveness of the Advanced Cyber Security & Emerging technologies / controls capabilities to ensure appropriate plans are in place to address lower performance and ineffective practices
- Evaluates, defines and provides recommendations addressing computer security architecture and infrastructure to address new requirements, emerging advanced network technologies, and changes to communications and IT operations and business processes
- Manages all aspects of communications security and the development, implementation, interpretation, accreditation, risk management and maintenance of detailed communications security policies, plans, programs, standards and criteria ensuring a successful communications security program
- Analyse business requirements and security solutions to deliver business appropriate levels of protection
- Responsible for application security but with a good working knowledge of other security domains (Cryptography, Identity and Access Management, Threat and Vulnerability Management, Infrastructure and Networks and Auditing, Logging and Compliance)
- Provide reporting on control status to management
- Update product standards as needed
- Proven ability to follow global established standards in digital evidence acquisition and handling, experience with conducting digital investigations and incident responses and experience in managing insider threats and cyber and data exfiltration incidences
- Support the delivery of the 3 year Cyber security roadmap to maintain and optimize the Advanced Cyber Security & Emerging technologies / controls capability
- Lead the enhancement and optimization of implemented reporting mechanisms to demonstrate the value of the Advanced Cyber Security & Emerging technologies / controls function with tangible benefits
- Identifies technical and business opportunities to take advantage of cross project knowledge, best practices and reusability to expedite projects
- Manage the security posture of IT infrastructure for overseas locations
- Provide deployment services on enabling new infrastructure capability
- Follow information security policies, methods, standards, National Institutes of Standard and Technology (NIST) standards and practices to organizational information systems, IT reference materials and interpret regulations
- Implement security controls, perform ongoing maintenance and prevent, detect, analyze and respond to security incidents
- Communicate with Information Security Officer, and other IT personnel within the organization and organizational staff
- Help coordinate the implementation of security programs across all agency platforms
- Assist with Active Directory access and Group Policies, Internet intrusion detection, Internet filtering, and monitoring of employee access, virtual private networking (LAN/WAN) security
- Assist and participate with the Senior IT Specialist as an advisor in projects to enhance or develop new IT systems, or to study the feasibility of acquiring new technology
Strategy:
- Understand information security trends
- Document and communicate security solution roadmap to the GM, Enterprise Security Architecture team
Qualifications
Knowledge and Experience:
- A Degree or its equivalent in Information Technology, Network Security, Enterprise Network Management, Information Security, Management Information System Computing, Engineering or similar area of study
- Relevant industry certifications in information security program and governance as well as PMP will be an added advantage
- Minimum of Eight (3) years of computer information technology experience.
- Minimum of Four (7) years of experience engineering and designing IT security solutions
- Good understanding all the information security domains
- Experience of identifying and managing technology security risk
- Certification like CISSP, CCSP, CISA, CCISO, SABSA, ISO27001, ISO27301 will be of advantage
Key Critical Competencies:
- Ability to know when to implement solutions with consideration to the wider impacts i.e. risk, cost, customer impact, timescales, etc.
- Excellent negotiation, and written and verbal presentation skills
- Ability to handle high pressure situations with key stakeholders
- Good Analytical skills, Problem solving and Interpersonal skills
- Deep knowledge of enterprise application development security controls
- Good knowledge of Telco convergence business, FinTech network traffic consumption and OpenAPI
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Assistant Channel Support Manager – POS Merchant
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer
Job Purpose:
An Assistant Channels Support Manager – POS Merchants role typically involves overseeing the delivery of support services to POS merchants’ stakeholders and channel partners. This role ensures seamless merchant experience by managing escalations, optimizing operational processes, and coordinating closely with internal teams to uphold service excellence, channel stability, optimization and efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Channel Partner & Merchant Support
- Act as a key point of contact for channel partners and stakeholders, ensuring their needs are met efficiently and professionally.
- Lead the resolution of complex or escalated issues, collaborating with internal technical and product teams as needed.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to channel partners and stakeholders on POS systems, updates, and enhancements.
- Ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery across all touchpoints with channel partners and stakeholders.
Channel Program Management
- Support the execution and continuous improvement of channel programs, including merchant onboarding, promotional campaigns, and engagement initiatives.
- Monitor and evaluate partner and merchant performance, providing actionable feedback and recommendations.
- Coordinate with marketing and product teams on joint initiatives and information dissemination.
Process Optimization
- Identify inefficiencies and implement enhancements in the merchant support workflow to improve responsiveness and quality.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of SOPs, documentation, and support frameworks.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with internal departments such as Product, Operations, Compliance, and Technology to ensure merchant issues are resolved and product feedback is integrated into the roadmap.
- Represent merchant interests in internal discussions and contribute to the development of support tools and resources.
Monitoring & Reporting
- Track performance metrics such as service levels, support ticket resolution times, and merchant satisfaction scores.
- Generate and present regular performance and insight reports to the Channel Support Manager and senior stakeholders.
- Highlight trends, risks, and opportunities for merchant growth, retention, or channel development.
Qualifications
Qualifications, Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in business, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred.
Experience:
- 2+ years of experience in channel support, customer experience, or merchant services, preferably in the financial services or payments industry.
- Proven experience working with POS systems, payment platforms, or e-commerce solutions.
- Prior experience managing relationships with external partners or stakeholders is highly desirable.
Key Competencies & Skills:
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to interpret data, identify trends, and propose strategic improvements.
- Leadership: Strong team coordination and mentoring skills to guide junior support staff and collaborate across teams.
- Technical Acumen: Sound understanding of payment technologies and merchant support systems.
- Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to influence, negotiate, and resolve conflicts.
- Customer Orientation: Strong focus on delivering exceptional merchant experiences.
- Adaptability: Comfortable in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
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Senior Business Performance Manager (Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis)
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience8 – 12 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit
Job Purpose
- Responsible for supporting the Group subsidiaries with strategic planning & budgeting, business projections development & support of the ICAAP process, managing strategic partnership relationships and reporting, cost optimization monitoring, business partnership for the commercial and operations department and subsidiary performance reporting.
Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities
- Collaborate with subsidiary finance functions and department heads to prepare and consolidate annual forecast, budgets, and related key performance indicators, ensuring alignment to the approved Group strategic objectives.
- Assist group subsidiaries with quarterly performance forecasting and preparation of future rolling business plans
- Periodic budget variance analysis review and reporting
- Ensure capital budgets for the business units are reviewed and approved.
- Support the ICAAP and stress testing process at the group level for management oversight and internal control, ensuring engagement with all stakeholders and timely submission in line with regulatory requirements.
- Develop long-term business projections for EGH businesses as part of strategic planning and supporting Mergers & Acquisitions activities.
- Prepare subsidiary performance analysis covering all group entities, business segments reports, product performance, key performance indicators and performance against budget, and providing actionable insights to senior management for decision making.
- Review and compilation of accurate subsidiary Board papers and investor briefing presentations on quarterly basis
- Identify inefficiencies in business processes and recommend improvements.
- Train, coach, mentor and provide leadership to a team of analysts.
- Work with various departments to streamline operations and improve productivity.
- Carry out industry analysis/bank peer review on quarterly basis including market share analysis to advise management on the prevailing business environment and enhance decision making
- Review and preparation of cost efficiency reports and identification of areas of cost optimization
- Conduct cost benefit analysis review on capital and operational expenditure, support on business case development and assessment of return on investment.
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
- A degree in Finance, Commerce or other relevant business discipline Strong analytical skills
- At least 8-12 years relevant commercial and/ or management reporting experience, including exposure to senior executives and directors
- Knowledge of accounting best practices and regulations. CPA/ ACCA qualification is an added advantage
- Highly developed written and verbal communication and presentation skills
- Familiarity with financial modelling and post investment review tools and methodologies
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft office suite – Ms-Excel and PowerPoint. Experience in the following areas: Financial Analysis & performance management, Business Partnering and Stakeholder management.
- Big 4 experience an added advantage
- Working knowledge of Oracle ERP, Oracle BI, Oracle ERP SQL, PowerBI and data analytics languages (Python, SQL, R etc.) will be an added advantage.
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Segment Marketing Manager – SME/ Corporate
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience10 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development
Job Purpose Statement:
- This role is responsible for creating and implementing marketing strategies tailored to SMEs and corporate clients, driving customer acquisition, and boosting brand visibility in retail settings. Additionally, I manage retail partnerships, oversee promotional campaigns, and analyze the performance of the retail segment.
Key Responsibilities:
Business Banking Strategy Development:
- Drive the development and execution of targeted marketing strategies to expand Equity Bank’s business banking products for SMEs and corporate clients, including business loans, trade finance, and cash management solutions.
- Define and segment customer personas (small business owners, medium-sized enterprises, large corporates) to tailor financial offerings that address their specific challenges and objectives.
Campaign Planning and Execution:
- Strategically plan and lead marketing campaigns that promote key business banking products such as business accounts, financing solutions, and digital tools.
Market Research and Customer Insights:
- Conduct in-depth research on SME and corporate behavior, financial needs, and trends within the Kenyan business banking market to inform strategy.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Lead collaboration with product development, corporate banking teams, and customer experience to deliver business banking products that meet the unique needs of SMEs and large corporations.
Budget Management:
- Take full ownership of managing and allocating the marketing budget for business banking initiatives, including product launches, promotions, and digital campaigns targeted at SMEs and corporate clients.
- Monitor and report on budget usage, ROI, and product performance, ensuring resource optimization and maximum impact.
KPI Tracking and Reporting:
- Establish and track KPIs for business banking campaigns (e.g., new business account openings, loan disbursements, corporate service adoption).
- Deliver regular reports on campaign success, customer acquisition, and product growth, continuously adjusting strategies to meet business goals.
Customer Relationship Management:
- Develop and implement loyalty programs and strategies to drive retention among SME and corporate clients, with a focus on cross-selling services such as trade finance, credit facilities, and digital banking tools.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with high-value corporate clients to ensure their continued engagement with Equity Bank’s business solutions.
Brand Positioning and Messaging:
- Position business banking products to address the needs of local SMEs and corporates, highlighting the bank’s expertise in fostering business growth, offering secure financial solutions, and driving digital innovation.
- Craft messaging is culturally relevant and resonates with business owners across various sectors, ensuring clear communication of Equity’s value proposition.
Digital Marketing and Innovation:
- Lead the digital transformation of business banking by promoting Equity Bank’s business banking apps, online platforms, and fintech solutions, empowering businesses to manage their finances more efficiently and seamlessly.
Qualifications
Academic, Professional Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field.
- Membership with the Chartered Institute of Marketing.
- Postgraduate education or professional certifications in a relevant field is a plus.
- A minimum of 10 years of marketing experience, with at least 5 years in a senior management role.
- Experience in the marketing and corporate affairs industry is highly desirable.
Key Technical & Leadership Competencies:
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Exceptional writing and presentation abilities.
- Proven decision-making and leadership capabilities.
- Expertise in customer and stakeholder management.
- Entrepreneurial and commercially driven mindset.
- Advanced analytical, conceptual, and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent listening and communication skills, both written and oral.
- Strong interpersonal and consultative abilities.
- Proficiency in digital marketing, including social media and content marketing.
- Leadership & Influence: Skilled in leading, motivating, and guiding teams to achieve results; fosters a culture of initiative and responsibility; effectively persuades others to embrace and act on new strategies.
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Senior Segment Marketing Manager -Retail
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience10 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldSales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development
Job Purpose Statement.
- This role is responsible for developing and executing marketing strategies aimed at Equity Bank’s retail customer segments. The role focuses on driving customer acquisition, engagement, and retention by tailoring banking products and services to meet the unique needs of different segments.
Key Accountabilities:
Strategy Development & Execution:
- Develop and execute tailored marketing strategies for each customer segment, driving promotions, product offerings, and communication channels.
- Collaborate with product and digital teams to ensure segment marketing strategies align with product development and innovations, particularly in mobile banking and financial literacy programs.
Customer Journey & Experience:
- Enhance the customer journey for retail segments, ensuring a seamless experience across all touchpoints, from online banking to in-branch services.
- Drive initiatives to increase the adoption of digital banking services among target segments.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Collaborate with product teams to align marketing strategies with new product launches and feature enhancements.
- Partner with Equity Group Foundation to incorporate CSR initiatives, such as financial literacy and empowerment programs, into marketing campaigns.
- Work closely with Branch Managers and regional teams to ensure the successful execution of local marketing campaigns and community outreach efforts.
Performance Tracking & Reporting:
- Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns using KPIs such as customer acquisition, brand awareness, loan uptake, and mobile banking adoption.
Budget Management:
- Oversee and manage the marketing budget for retail customer segments, ensuring efficient allocation of funds across campaigns and activities.
- Ensure marketing spend is optimized to deliver maximum ROI and aligns with the bank’s financial goals.
Team Leadership & Development:
- Lead and mentor junior marketing team members and cross-functional teams working on retail marketing initiatives.
Qualifications
Academic, Professional Qualifications & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing or a related field.
- Postgraduate education or professional certifications in a relevant domain are a plus.
- Minimum of 10 years of marketing experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role.
- Experience in the marketing and corporate affairs industry is highly desirable
Key Technical & Leadership Competencies:
- Strong decision-making and leadership capabilities.
- Expertise in customer and stakeholder management.
- Entrepreneurial and commercially driven mindset.
- Advanced analytical, conceptual, and creative problem-solving skills.
- Excellent listening, written, and verbal communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and consultative abilities.
- Proficiency in digital marketing, including social media and content marketing.
- Leadership & Influence: Skilled at leading, guiding, and motivating teams to achieve results; fosters a culture of initiative and responsibility; adept at persuading others to embrace and act on new approaches.
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API Technical Writer
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience3 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer
ROLE PURPOSE
API Technical Writer leads the creation and maintenance of high-quality API documentation and developer resources. He/she works closely with product managers and developers to ensure our API documentation is clear, accurate, and helpful to external and internal users. The role owner shall maintain a passion for simplifying complex technical concepts for a diverse developer audience.
responsibilities (DUTIES)
- Maintain Up-to-Date API Documentation: Continuously review and update API reference documentation, ensuring it reflects the latest functionality, use cases, and versioning.
- Manage and Enhance the API Developer Portal: Administer the developer portal to ensure all technical content, guides, and resources are current. Devise and implement innovative ways to enhance the overall developer experience.
- Customer Communication: Communicate with customers on new releases, deprecation notices, and API migration plans, ensuring a smooth and transparent adoption process.
- Release Notes Management: Prepare and publish detailed release notes for new API versions, feature enhancements, bug fixes, and deprecations.
- Engage in Developer Support Forums: Monitor, respond to, and escalate developer queries across community forums, contributing to a positive developer experience.
- API Product Documentation & Catalog: Create and manage comprehensive API product documentation, including product overviews, architecture diagrams, integration workflows, and catalogs.
- User Guides & Quick References: Write and maintain user-centric guides and quick reference materials to assist developers in adopting and integrating APIs effectively.
- Create Tutorials, FAQs, and Walkthroughs: Develop step-by-step tutorials, code samples, FAQ sections, and walkthroughs tailored to different developer personas.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with engineering, product, QA, and support teams to gather technical details and ensure documentation accuracy
Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years hands-on development experience in a software engineering, backend/API development, or technical writing role.
- Proven experience documenting RESTful APIs, SDKs, and developer tools.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, Technical Communication, or a related field.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in API documentation tools such as Swagger/OpenAPI, Postman, or Redoc.
- Ability to read and understand programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, Java, or similar.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and a user-focused mindset.
- Ability to manage multiple documentation projects and meet deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Exposure to CI/CD processes and API lifecycle management tools.
- Familiarity with agile methodologies and product lifecycle documentation.
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API Product Owner
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience5 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer
THE ROLE PURPOSE
- The API Product Owner leads the development, lifecycle management, and delivery of our API products. This role acts as the bridge between business needs and technical execution, ensuring our API offerings are scalable, reliable, and deliver real value to our partners and customers. The role owner will oversee implementation, manage product backlogs, guide cross-functional squads, and ensure adherence to API governance, release planning, and compatibility standards.
KEY responsibilities (DUTIES)
- Oversee API Product Implementation: Own the end-to-end implementation of API products, from ideation and design to deployment and monitoring.
- Backlog Management: Maintain and prioritize product backlogs, working closely with delivery squads to ensure timely and high-quality feature releases.
- Manage Full API Lifecycle: Oversee all phases of the API lifecycle — design, development, testing, deployment, versioning, support, optimization, and retirement.
- Plan Releases: Develop and execute API release plans, including internal testing, beta testing with early adopters, and phased general availability rollouts.
- Optimize APIs: Continuously evaluate API performance, usability, and adoption, identifying areas for improvement and optimization.
- Ensure Backward Compatibility: Define and enforce policies for backward compatibility to ensure a smooth developer experience and minimize service disruption.
- Manage API Deprecation: Establish and execute structured deprecation and sunsetting plans, including clear customer communication, support timelines, and migration paths.
- Developer Experience Support: Work closely with technical writers and developer relations to ensure API documentation, tutorials, and support content are accurate and developer friendly.
- Analytics & Reporting: Track API usage metrics, customer feedback, and incident reports to inform product decisions and continuous improvement.
Qualifications
Experience:
- 5+ years in software development, systems integration, or API-focused roles.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a product owner or product management role, preferably with API platforms or digital products.
- Demonstrated experience in managing cross-functional agile squads and backlogs.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Technical Skills:
- Strong understanding of RESTful API design, OpenAPI/Swagger specs, API gateways, and developer ecosystems.
- Familiarity with CI/CD, DevOps practices, microservices architecture, and cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
- Experience with API lifecycle tools like Postman, Apigee, Kong,WSO2, Mulesoft, or similar.
Product & Agile Skills:
- Proven track record in translating business needs into technical requirements and managing a product backlog.
- Skilled in Agile/Scrum methodologies, user story writing, and iterative product delivery.
- Strong analytical, prioritization, and stakeholder management capabilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with internal and external developer communities.
- Exposure to monetization strategies and API economy business models.
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Assistant Channel Support Manager – Agency
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience2 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldICT / Computer
Job Purpose:
The Assistant Channel Support Manager – Agency plays a key operational and support role within the Channels team, focusing on Agency Banking services. This role is responsible for day-to-day support to agency banking partners, ensuring seamless service delivery, effective issue resolution, and continuous process improvement. The position also contributes to strategic initiatives by supporting channel program execution, gathering feedback from the field, and ensuring alignment with the bank’s overall customer experience and channel optimization objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Channel Partner Support
- Act as the first line of support for agency banking partners, resolving operational issues and providing timely feedback.
- Lead the resolution of complex or escalated issues, collaborating with internal technical and product teams as needed.
- Support the rollout of new agency banking initiatives, products and share updates to channel partners and stakeholders on Agency systems.
- Ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery across all touchpoints with channel partners and stakeholders.
Operational Excellence & Process Improvement
- Monitor support workflows and propose enhancements to improve efficiency and turnaround time.
- Identify recurring issues or process gaps and recommend resolutions or policy adjustments.
- Assist in the development and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for agency support.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders including Product, Operations, Compliance, and IT to resolve agent-related issues.
- Support the Channel Support Manager in representing agency concerns in internal forums and strategy sessions.
- Gather and communicate agent feedback to inform product development and service improvements.
Performance Tracking and Reporting
- Track and maintain accurate records of support cases, resolution timelines, and partner satisfaction.
- Assist in preparing regular performance reports and dashboards to highlight key trends, risks, and areas for improvement.
- Monitor partner activity to identify potential growth, performance improvement, or support needs.
Qualifications
Qualifications, Experience:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2+ years of experience in channel support, customer operations, or agency banking.
- Practical experience with financial technology platforms, POS systems, or agency banking systems is preferred.
- Experience in stakeholder engagement or managing external partner relationships is an advantage.
Key Competencies & Skills
- Operational Efficiency: Ability to manage multiple support workflows and improve service delivery processes.
- Customer Orientation: Strong commitment to delivering responsive and high-quality support to agents.
- Technical Acumen: Working knowledge of POS systems, mobile banking tools, and agent support platforms.
- Communication: Effective verbal and written communication with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work across departments and support cross-functional initiatives.
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to track performance metrics and provide actionable insights.
- Adaptability: Comfortable navigating a dynamic and evolving environment.
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Group Market Risk Manager
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND
- Experience7 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit
Job Purpose
- To safeguard Equity Group Holdings Plc’s financial stability and support its strategic objectives, including the Africa Recovery and Resilience Plan (ARRP), by providing expert management of market and country risks across the Group and its subsidiaries. This role ensures that risk exposures are effectively identified, measured, monitored, and mitigated to enable sustainable growth, enhance resilience in diverse African markets, and support the ARRP’s goals of capacitating value chains, expanding trade, and driving economic transformation in East and Central Africa.
Job Responsibilities/ Accountabilities
- Develop, implement, and review market and country risk policies and frameworks for the Group and its subsidiaries to ensure robust risk governance.
- Monitor full compliance against established Risk standards/benchmarks and regulatory requirements including transaction monitoring, tracking risk & compliance matrix and review of reports sent to the regulator.
- Contribute to the implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) to align risk management with Group-wide standards.
- Prepare and deliver comprehensive reporting and analysis on market, counterparty credit, country, and other relevant risk types, including Board and Group Asset and Liability Committee (GALCO) reports, to inform strategic decision-making.
- Conduct independent monitoring and oversight of the stop loss limits, VAR limits, counter party limits, country risk limits, rate tolerance limits and trader limits in the system
- Carry out independent price validation of all revaluation rates and ensure generally compliance of Treasury’s trading activities with internal policies, regulatory guidelines, market best practices and action exceptions related to trading losses, breaches of risk limits and other Bank policies and guidelines
- Generate and analyze daily risk exposure reports and validate weekly/monthly liquidity ratios and review of call over report to assess any exception transaction that would have taken place
- Analyze currency mismatch, duration, interest rate sensitive assets and liabilities, and review counterparty limits.
- Lead the development of Group risk initiatives to enhance risk management capabilities and support organizational objectives.
- Provide expert market, counterparty credit, and country risk support for products traded or proposed in treasury, investment banking, and other Group areas to facilitate safe and profitable operations.
- Build capacity within subsidiaries’ market risk departments through training, guidance, and resource support to strengthen Group-wide risk management.
- Proactively identify and mitigate potential market and country risk losses to protect the Group’s financial integrity.
- Perform, amalgamate, and consolidate scenario and stress testing under the ERMF to assess and prepare for potential risk events.
- Coordinate and participate in business partnership meetings to align risk management with business strategies and stakeholder needs.
- Conduct macroeconomic analysis to provide insights into regional and global trends, supporting risk assessments and strategic planning.
- Preparation of statutory Liquidity Coverage (LCR) and Net Stable Funding (NSFR) ratios of the bank – Basel III reporting.
- Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor
Qualifications
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Risk Management, Finance, Banking, Accounting, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Professional qualifications such as ACI (ACI Financial Markets Association), FRM (Financial Risk Manager), or CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst).
- Additional certifications such as ISO 31000 Lead Risk Manager is an added advantage
- Minimum 7 years related areas within the financial services industry, 4 years in Market Risk experience
- Experience managing risks in multiple markets, with a focus on Africa, particularly East and Central Africa.
- Expertise in financial risk management, with a track record in policy development and regulatory compliance.
- Proven experience in team leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and supporting strategic initiatives like the ARRP.
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- Assistant Channel Support Manager – POS Merchant
- Senior Business Performance Manager (Budgeting, Forecasting and Analysis)
- Segment Marketing Manager – SME/ Corporate
- Senior Segment Marketing Manager -Retail
- API Technical Writer
- API Product Owner
- Assistant Channel Support Manager – Agency
- Group Market Risk Manager
