Operational Risk Manager at KCB Bank Kenya

Job Description

Kenya Commercial Bank Limited is registered as a non-operating holding company which started operations as a licensed banking institution with effect from January 1, . The holding company oversees KCB Kenya – incorporated with effect from January 1, – and all KCB’s regional units in Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Burundi, Ethiopia and South Sudan.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and maintain Operational Risk Management Framework (ORMF) that is
consistent with Group Operational Risk policies and procedures. Planning, scheduling, and conducting Risk and Control Self-Assessment (RCSA) for business and support functions, products, and projects. Develop and maintain Group risk registers for risk entities, ensuring that
ownership, action plans are clear, and the progress of action plans is being made in accordance with the remediation plan. Develop Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) in liaison with the risk entities and escalate any KRI breaches. Review new products/processes/geographies in line with the New Products Approval
Process Policy. Plan and conduct New Process/Product/Geographies Post Implementation Reviews (PIRs). Establish comprehensive and a continuous training program on various risks that the bank faces so as to embed knowledge of policies and procedures and a robust risk culture across the business. Engage Risk Champions on emerging risks, long outstanding risk issues, and RCSA review needs. Sustain risk momentum through Risk dialogues and reporting within the business units. Develop control standards and control self-assessment to mitigate the identified risks for use by the Business units.

Academic & Professional Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree  from a recognized university in any relevant field.

Master’s Degree  in Business-related disciplines is preferred.

Professional Certifications (Required):

CISA, CRISC, IRM, FRM, PRM, or GARP.

Experience Requirements:

Total Minimum Experience:  6 years. Specific Experience: Risk and Compliance Management:  6 years (Essential) Stakeholder Management:  5 years (Essential) Business Controls Reviews:  4 years (Essential) Banking Operations:  4 years (Essential) Training Facilitation/Presentation:  3 years (Desirable) Management Reporting:  4 years (Essential) Audit:  2 years (Desirable)

What We Offer:

Opportunities for professional development and career growth. A collaborative and supportive work environment. A chance to make a significant impact on our organization’s risk and compliance framework.