24 Chief Risk Officer jobs in Nairobi

KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory services. Our purpose is to inspire confidence and empower change. We have a notable Africa Footprint serving clients across the continent. Our East Africa practice comprises Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda.

The Nairobi office serves as the regional coordinating office providing the required networking to facilitate delivery of services on a timely basis to meet and exceed our clients' expectations.

Key roles and responsibilities

Manage Engagements.

• Supporting with the organization and execution of multiple financial risk management engagements (including projects relating to regulatory, credit risk management / modelling, market risk / valuations, etc.).
• Supporting with other strategic engagements to assist clients with enhancing their financial risk management capabilities.
• Developing a client account plan and engaging with a vast client-base within the financial services industry, including banks, development finance institutions, micro-lenders and retailers.

Business Development.

• Develop and maintain relationships with decision makers at key clients
• Contribute to proposal development efforts
• Manage engagement risk and project budget
• Report to Africa USAID account lead partner on key performance metrics – Pipeline & assignments

Team Development.

• Support the development of strong delivery teams, from recruitment, mentoring, on the job development and retention
• Day-to-day management of staff to deliver on assignments and project, as well as perform administrate task over the team management (such as planning, operational matters and budgeting)
• Mentor /coach senior staff with career growth.

Personal Development.

• Involvement in community and office initiatives
• Contribute to thought leadership via at least three activities e.g. articles and speaking at events
• National / local training instructor
• Ensure continuous learning through compliance to 40 Continuous Professional Development (CPA) hours

Risk Management

Ensure 100% compliance to Quality and Risk Management Policies, Standards and Procedures.

Any other tasks that will be assigned to you.

Lead- Financial Risk Management

Academic/Professional qualifications and Experience:

• Must have a Master's degree in accounting, business, actuarial science, or related relevant degree course
• Must have a minimum 10 years of experience in a quantitative credit risk-based role.
• FRM (GARP) is an added advantage
• Coding experience is an added advantage.

Technical competencies & Personal attributes:

• Relevant experience within a quantitative credit risk-based role would be desired.
• Well versed in contemporary mathematical / statistical techniques and practices in financial risk management areas (e.g. credit risk modelling, etc.).
• Strong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to proactively engage and consult with others across all levels.
• Must demonstrate strategic insights on client management and engagements.
• Experience of leading teams, coaching and mentoring staff.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with conflicting priorities and deadlines.
• Drive market opportunities and engage with clients.
• Strong business writing, report writing, presentation and research skills.
• A high aptitude for learning new approaches and innovation.
• Proven experience in formulating business strategy and growth.
• Diligent and committed to excellence.
• Excellent coordination and planning skills.
• Resilience and Tenacity: must be able to always sustain motivation and commitment and can contain and absorb stressful moments and issues.
• Willingness to travel within and outside the region on a need basis.

We offer:

1. An exciting opportunity to work with a Big 4 firm on cutting edge clients across Africa.
2. Continuous learning and development.
3. Exposure to multi-disciplinary client service teams.
4. Unrivalled space to grow and be innovative.
5. Opportunity for international travel.

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity,

please use the link below to apply:

If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please use the link below to apply: Financial Risk Management Lead – Candidate's Summary. Filling the link is mandatory for consideration alongside your application to quoting '
Financial Risk Management Lead'.
This position shall be shortlisted on a rolling basis.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Control Risks is a specialist risk consultancy that helps to create secure, compliant and resilient organisations in an age of ever-changing risk. Working across disciplines, technologies and geographies, everything we do is based on our belief that taking risks is essential to our clients' success.

We provide our clients with the insight to focus resources and ensure they are prepared to resolve the issues and crises that occur in any ambitious global organisation.

We go beyond problem-solving and give our clients the insight and intelligence they need to realise opportunities and grow. From the boardroom to the remotest location, we have developed an unparalleled ability to bring order to chaos and reassurance to anxiety.

As an associate consultant in the sub-Saharan Africa team, you will work with colleagues dedicated to investigating corporate integrity in the region, helping our clients to ensure that their investments do not fall prey to corrupt, illegal or unethical business practices.

The role requires great attention to detail and an interest in business at the operational level, as well as an awareness of the commercial challenges facing companies working in sub-Saharan Africa. The consultant will primarily work with a team of investigators focused on countries in the Anglophone West Africa region, particularly Nigeria, but should also demonstrate flexibility in working on investigations in other parts of sub-Saharan Africa.

The right candidate will be a an intellectually curious proactive team player who has the ability to think critically and maintain a positive attitude under pressure. You will be required to make sense of complex information under tight deadlines, and have a clear and concise writing style. Experience in due diligence investigations and political risk is a plus.

Role Tasks And Responsibilities
Investigative case management

• Under the direction of senior team members, manage and execute a range of business intelligence and compliance projects including due diligence, background checks, market entry studies, asset identification, litigation support, problem solving and power mapping
• Liaise with clients to understand their requirements and ensure that our proposals deliver solutions tailored to those needs
• Manage the entire project cycle, from initial client request to proposal drafting, acceptance, delivery and invoicing
• Liaise with our human source network and expand it by cultivating contacts in the team's countries of operation, particularly in Anglophone West Africa Business and practice development
• Prepare focused briefings and case studies for client initiatives
• Seek opportunities to improve our current methodologies, including through the application of new technology and new online sources

Requirements
Knowledge and experience

• Education to degree level with social sciences favoured (eg. International Relations, Politics, Law, Journalism)
• Grasp of key anti-bribery and corruption principles in the commercial sector
• Understanding of business trends and challenges in sub-Saharan Africa
• Demonstrated professional experience in a similar role preferred

Qualifications And Specialist Skills

• Investigative and analytical skills and excellent attention to detail
• Ability to summarise large amounts of information in a concise manner and communicate effectively
• Experience operating within a commercial environment, preferably in a client-facing role
• Interest in business trends and political developments in the region

Benefits

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

Control Risks is a specialist risk consultancy that helps to create secure, compliant and resilient organisations in an age of ever-changing risk. Working across disciplines, technologies and geographies, everything we do is based on our belief that taking risks is essential to our clients' success.

We are seeking to engage an experienced analyst to cover East and Southern Africa for a range of subscription products and bespoke consulting tasks. The successful candidate will support our analytical coverage of political, security and business-relevant issues in for our country risk monitoring platform, Seerist, respond to queries from clients and deliver bespoke consulting engagements.

The position will be based in our Nairobi office and will also involve close collaboration with other Nairobi-based colleagues to support Control Risks' business development in the region.

Our analysts are country specialists with backgrounds in the political risk industry, business, academia, journalism, government and/or international organisations. Our analysis is delivered to clients through subscription products and in bespoke consulting engagements. We commonly advise clients on topics such as threats to stability, election outcomes, levels of corruption, sustainability and humanitarian issues, policymaking and regulatory dynamics in certain sectors.

The successful candidate will have a strong interest in and deep understanding of political dynamics in East and Southern Africa region, or a sub-set of countries in the region. and a strong background in analysing political and business dynamics in the region. They will have excellent writing and presentation skills, access to well-placed sources, and preferably some experience in business development and client engagement. Willingness to travel and an ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with colleagues across departments and offices are vital.

Tasks and Responsibilities

Writing and delivering analysis

• Provide regular and high-quality coverage of relevant developments affecting the business environment in the East and Southern Africa region for clients subscribing to Control Risks' online subscription or retainer services. This will include writing succinct updates on trends and developments across the region in domestic politics, government policy, regulation, humanitarian, operational and security issues.
• Provide verbal briefings on political, regulatory and security developments in the region to clients across sectors, including but not limited to, mining, oil and gas, financial services, power and infrastructure and telecommunications.
• Collaborate with colleagues in other geographical regions on analysis of crosscutting global issues and trends where required (geopolitical trends, Islamist militancy, energy transition, social media and technology, etc).

Consulting and client engagement:

• Deliver political risk advisory work on East and Southern African countries. Lead conversations with clients on their requirements for analysis of political, regulatory and operational risks in the region. Scope and write proposals for bespoke consulting engagements on the region.
• Contribute to the development of compelling client deliverables and propose innovative ways to present facts and analysis to clients.
• Support and contribute to the delivery of consulting engagements for the wider Africa region as required.

Demonstrating expertise

• Maintain a high level of regional and country expertise on the East and Southern Africa region through research, attendance at relevant seminars and research trips.
• Contribute to team discussions about political and business risk issues in East and Southern Africa and topical developments on the continent, ensuring coherence with other analysts.
• Develop and effectively manage relationships with government, academic, journalistic and business contacts in the region and share knowledge about sources with other members of the desk. Use source information astutely and conduct in-person research as and when required, respecting client confidentiality.

Marketing and business development

• Collaborate on business development initiatives for East and Southern Africa, particularly supporting Nairobi office-led client engagement.
• Contribute to company-wide promotional publications, press releases and sales initiatives.
• Contribute to regional marketing initiatives including thought leadership (articles,

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of key political, regulatory, sector and operational risks for business in East and Southern African countries.
• Professional experience in consulting, political and security risk analysis, emerging market analysis, market intelligence, public policy, academia, or government, with a focus on East and Southern Africa.
• Practical experience living, working or travelling in East and Southern Africa, particularly Tanzania, Angola and Namibia.
• Proven ability to write and verbally communicate with authority and clarity, particularly for commercial and / or non-expert audiences.
• Network of professional contacts in the East and Southern Africa region (public and private sector, policy and academia, journalism, government, etc.)

Preferred:

• Previous professional experience of political risk analysis on the region and familiarity with business-focused research.
• Additional language capabilities are a plus (Swahili, Portuguese)

Competencies

Essential:

• Ability to independently identify, research and interpret significant events and developments.
• Ability to write clearly, concisely and authoritatively to tight deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills.
• Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
• Eagerness to seize opportunities, resolve problems and deliver work of the highest quality.
• Ability to adapt well to changing demands.

Preferred:

• Data analysis, manipulation and presentation skills
• Familiarity with the use and limitations of generative AI tools
• Sector expertise in oil and gas, mining or telecoms

• Control Risks offers a competitively positioned compensation and benefits package that is transparent and summarised in the full job offer.
• We operate a discretionary global bonus scheme that incentivises, and rewards individuals based on company and individual performance.
• Control Risks supports hybrid working arrangements, wherever possible, that emphasise the value of in-person time together - in the office and with our clients - while continuing to support flexible and remote working.
• As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us and are fully committed to equal treatment, free from discrimination, of all candidates throughout our recruitment process.

• Developing and maintaining comprehensive risk assessment models and methodologies.
• Analyzing financial data to identify emerging risks and trends, and preparing detailed reports for management.
• Implementing and monitoring risk mitigation strategies and controls.
• Ensuring compliance with banking regulations and internal policies related to risk management.
• Collaborating with various departments to integrate risk management principles into business operations.
• Conducting stress testing and scenario analysis to evaluate the impact of adverse market conditions.
• Staying current with industry best practices and regulatory changes in financial risk management.
• Contributing to the development and execution of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
• Providing training and guidance to other teams on risk management best practices.
• Utilizing advanced financial modeling software and data analytics tools.

• Conduct comprehensive analysis of financial risks, including market, credit, operational, and liquidity risk.
• Develop, implement, and monitor risk management strategies and policies.
• Build and maintain sophisticated financial models to assess risk exposure and potential impact.
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, patterns, and potential areas of concern.
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on risk assessments and mitigation strategies for senior management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk management across the organization.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging trends in financial risk management.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations on risk-related matters.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of risk management processes and tools.

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in financial analysis, with a specialization in risk management.
• Professional certifications such as FRM, CFA, or PRM are highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of financial markets, instruments, and banking regulations.
• Expertise in financial modeling, statistical analysis, and data visualization tools.
• Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and financial modeling software.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support to senior staff members in the comprehensive credit risk analysis of financial institutions across assigned countries in Maghreb and Francophone Africa.
• Participate in on-and off-site due diligences of investment counterparties to identify and assess key credit risks.
• Analysis of financial statements and other financial and non-financial information available on potential and existing partner financial institutions.
• Draft/write concise and credible credit risk opinions to be reviewed by senior staff members and provided to decision makers. Such opinions should contain defined key risks, respective mitigants if identified, and overall risk evaluation from the credit perspective.
• Perform regular and ad hoc internal ratings for the assigned portfolio/financial institutions and outstanding exposures.
• Perform regular risk monitoring of the outstanding debt investments in financial institutions as well as assigned countries of operations, proactively identifying early warning signals and proposing credit mitigation strategies and actions.
• Analyze and understand regulatory and resolution regimes for financial institutions in different jurisdictions (e.g. instrument-specific risk analysis for banks' Tier-2 debt instruments).
• Stay updated on key market, industry, regulatory, and macroeconomic developments in assigned countries of operation.
• Support in preparing concise and comprehensive risk-related communications and presentations to management and other key stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Support in development and update of risk management policies, procedures and tools/methodologies.

What we expect:

• University degree in economics, finance or business administration.
• Good understanding of core macroeconomic processes and indicators.
• Demonstrated skills in financial analysis and financial modelling. Good understanding of applicable accounting standards.
• Relevant professional experience (min. 2-3 years) in banking and finance, preferably in credit risk management.
• Knowledge/experience in Maghreb and/or Francophone African countries, understanding of macroeconomic, regulatory and political aspects is considered a strong advantage.
• Excellent English skills (working language) and professional working proficiency in French are mandatory.
• Good MS Office skills with excellent Excel skills.
• Self-starter with attention to detail, analytical mindset and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Team player, open and engaging communication style and refined inter-personal skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to countries of Finance in Motion's operations in Maghreb and Francophone African countries as necessary.
• Demonstrable commitment to Finance in Motion´s vision/mission.

What you can expect:

• An agile, widely diverse international working environment with employees of 68 nationalities that is keenly interested in making a positive difference through their work and who share a collaborative, can-do spirit.
• A job that allows you to fully utilize and expand your skills within an innovative, hands-on company culture.
• A purpose-driven, performance-oriented company that rewards above-average results.
• An organization dedicated to providing effective training and upskilling to its employees.
• A company that offers a flexible and amicable work environment, placing a high value on work-life balance.

We, a team of over 300 dedicated professionals across 16 regional offices worldwide, are committed to advancing sustainable development through pioneering finance solutions. If you relish tackling complex challenges hands-on and crave an adaptable and motivating work environment, we're eager to connect with you.

HFC Limited, the banking and property finance subsidiary of HF Group, has an exciting opportunity in our Risk and Compliance Department. We are seeking a talented, dynamic, self-driven, and results-oriented individual who is committed to performance, excellence, and participating in our growth strategy.

This position actively contributes to the enhancement and implementation of the Bank's Operational Risk Framework. It will also assist in collation of operational risk information and trend analysis as well as the development of operational risk training.

Deadline:

Category: Risk and Compliance

Subsidiary: HFC

Principle Accountabilities

• To provide leadership in the planning, development and implementation of operational risk frameworks including measurement methodologies, policies, standards and procedures.
• Maintain an operational loss database to monitor operational risk events.
• Investigate root causes of operational risk incidents and provide support to mitigate the identified risks.
• Mapping of any internal loss data as reported by business units, into relevant business line and loss event categories as per the Operational Risk Management policy.
• Coordinating the implementation of Risk & Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) framework and Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) across the various Business and Support units.
• Performing independent reviews on compliance with the bank's laid policies and procedures to assess adequacy of risk management controls, observance of regulatory requirements and highlight exceptions or violations.
• Participate and contribute to success of new products, projects or developments through active guidance role on operational risk matters.
• Drive the process of embedding the operational risk framework throughout the business areas and contribute to the risk and control culture through knowledge sharing and awareness.
• Prepare various senior management reports and summaries presenting metrics and dashboards to highlight key operational risk issues, trends, potential impacts and recommendations to mitigate risk/loss events.
• In collaboration with the first line of defence (business areas), define key risk metrics for operational risk within the Business and Support functions.
• Monitor and influence progress of action plans to improve the risk and control environment arising from risk assessments, risk monitoring, internal and external audits and regulatory inspections.
• Custodian of all Bank policies and operational procedures. Maintain a schedule of policy and operational procedure reviews to ensure adequacy.
• Participate in various business projects and play an active guidance role on operational risk matters in products, projects or developments.
• Review all new products and processes with a view to ascertain that operational risk issues are identified adequately and mitigated / controlled.
• Engage Risk Champions on emerging risks, long outstanding risk issues, and RCSA review needs.
• Support Business Continuity Plan (BCP) testing.
• Drive adherence of set SLAs in issuing feedback to stakeholders.

Key Competencies and Skills

Technical Competencies

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Knowledge of BASEL compliance frameworks.
• Knowledge of Bank's operations, processes, policies standards and procedures.
• Knowledge of the regulatory environment and the Governing Acts, CBK Prudential and Risk Management Guidelines.
• Ability to understand and document workflows and business processes.
• Strong analytical and monitoring skills.
• Good report writing and presentation skills.

General Competencies

• Communication skills.
• I.T. Skills (MS office).
• Creativity.
• Team player.
• High levels of professionalism and professional development.
• Honest with impeccable integrity (high ethical standards).

Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience
Academic Qualification

• Degree in Commerce, ICT, Finance, Banking or a related field.
• Professional qualifications in the fields of Risk Management, and Compliance.

Experience

• Minimum 8 years related working experience with at least 5 in enterprise risk environment and in operational risk execution.