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)

Summary of Role Purpose & Responsibilities

The Risk Manager shall assist the Head of Risk and Compliance to manage the strategy and execution of the Enterprise Risk Frameworks. The role supports the effective management of risks in Finserve Africa Limited and provides proactive, accurate and timely advice to enable the Company’s approach to identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring and reporting risks that threaten the achievement of the Strategic Plan and/or the continuing operations of the Company.

Key Deliverables

• Implement the Enterprise Risk Management Framework, policies procedures.
• Conduct risk assessment and compile risk register.
• Implement the Risk Appetite framework
• Manage the methodology and implementation of risk assessments across customers, products, channels and jurisdiction.
• Develop and roll out a robust and effective training program for risk management initiatives.
• Undertake risk deep dives as may be deemed necessary
• Identifies and reports on emerging themes and areas for action identified through cases reviewed.
• Provide advice and guidance on controls that should be in place to mitigate the identified risks.
• Establish strong, trusting and mutually supportive relationships with 1LoD and 2LoD stakeholders

Qualifications

Qualifications / Certifications

• Bachelor's degree

Experience

• Experience in Coordinating identification, assessment, mitigation, monitoring, and reporting of risks that could impact the achievement of a Company’s strategic objectives or threaten business continuity