37 Operational Risk jobs in Nairobi

• 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.

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.

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.

• 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.