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World Vision Kenya
Risk and Compliance Manager at World Vision Kenya
KenyaFull TimeMid-Senior Level
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The Risk & Compliance Manager will establish, implement, and sustain a robust Risk and Compliance Framework across VisionFund Kenya, ensuring effective identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of operational, credit, and regulatory risks. The role safeguards institutional integrity, promotes a strong risk culture, and ensures compliance with legal and regulatory requirements while supporting sustainable business growth.
Key Responsibilities
Operational & Credit Risk Oversight (40%)
Lead frameworks for operational and credit risk management across branches and departments
Oversee fraud prevention, internal control compliance, and investigations into irregularities
Conduct branch and portfolio risk reviews and root cause analysis for credit losses
Enterprise Risk & Compliance Framework (25%)
Develop and maintain an organization-wide Risk Management and Compliance Framework aligned to regulatory, donor, and VisionFund International standards
Serve as the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and liaise with regulators under CEO guidance
Ensure compliance with AML/CFT, Data Protection, Digital Credit Providers Regulations, and Unclaimed Financial Assets requirements
Planning, Analytics & Reporting (10%)
Develop annual risk and compliance work plans and budgets
Prepare quarterly risk and compliance reports for the Board Risk & Audit Committee and VisionFund International
Track internal audit recommendations and drive timely closure of audit issues
Risk Culture, Training & Awareness (10%)
Develop and implement a risk and compliance training program for staff at all levels
Build branch and departmental risk champions to embed risk ownership
Other Duties (5%)
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related field; professional certification (CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRMA, or similar) preferred
Minimum 5 years' experience in Risk, Compliance, or Internal Audit within the Microfinance or Financial Services sector
Demonstrated expertise in credit risk assessment, operational risk control, and regulatory compliance
Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and influencing skills
High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to balance compliance with business objectives