130 Risk Controls jobs in Kenya

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.

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.

• Developing, implementing, and overseeing the institution's overall financial risk management strategy and framework.
• Leading the identification, measurement, monitoring, and reporting of all significant financial risks across the organization.
• Establishing risk appetite statements and ensuring adherence to defined risk limits.
• Developing and maintaining sophisticated risk models and analytics to assess potential impacts of various market conditions.
• Ensuring compliance with all applicable financial regulations, reporting requirements, and industry best practices.
• Collaborating with business units to embed risk management principles into daily operations and strategic planning.
• Managing and mentoring a team of risk management professionals, fostering a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
• Presenting risk reports and recommendations to the Board of Directors, senior management, and regulatory bodies.
• Overseeing stress testing and scenario analysis initiatives to assess the institution's resilience.
• Staying abreast of global financial market trends, emerging risks, and regulatory changes.

• Develop and implement enterprise-wide risk management policies and procedures.
• Identify, assess, and monitor financial risks, including credit risk, market risk, liquidity risk, and operational risk.
• Design and oversee stress testing and scenario analysis programs.
• Develop risk appetite statements and key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations (e.g., Basel Accords, local banking laws).
• Collaborate with business units to integrate risk management into strategic decision-making.
• Prepare comprehensive risk reports for senior management and the Board of Directors.
• Lead and mentor a team of risk analysts and managers.
• Stay abreast of emerging risks and evolving regulatory landscapes.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulators.

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field. A professional certification like FRM or PRM is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in financial risk management within the banking or financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of various financial risk types and risk modeling techniques.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks and policies.
• Strong understanding of banking regulations and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in risk management software and data analysis tools.
• Ability to manage complex projects and lead cross-functional teams in a remote setting.
• Demonstrated ability to think critically and make sound judgments under pressure.

• Develop and implement comprehensive risk management policies and procedures for capital markets activities, including market risk, credit risk, and operational risk.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of financial instruments, trading strategies, and market trends to identify and quantify potential risks.
• Design and utilize quantitative risk models (e.g., VaR, stress testing, scenario analysis) to assess and monitor risk exposures.
• Establish risk limits and monitor compliance, escalating breaches and developing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with trading desks, portfolio managers, and other business units to integrate risk management into daily operations.
• Prepare regular risk reports for senior management, the board of directors, and regulatory bodies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and reporting standards (e.g., Basel III, IFRS 9).
• Evaluate and recommend enhancements to risk management systems and technologies.
• Lead and mentor a team of risk analysts, fostering a culture of analytical rigor and risk awareness.
• Stay abreast of evolving market dynamics, regulatory changes, and best practices in financial risk management.
• Effectively communicate risk insights and recommendations to diverse stakeholders in a remote environment.
• Contribute to strategic decision-making by providing informed risk assessments on new products, markets, and initiatives.

• Master's degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in financial risk management, preferably within the banking or financial services sector.
• In-depth knowledge of various financial risks (market, credit, operational, liquidity) and mitigation strategies.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing risk management frameworks and policies.
• Strong quantitative skills, including proficiency in statistical modeling and risk analytics.
• Experience with financial modeling and data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Python, R, SQL).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote setting.
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., FRM, PRM) are a strong asset.
• Deep understanding of financial regulations.