SENIOR ANALYST, RISK AND COMPLIANCE (SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST 2) IN RISK AND COMPLIANCE DIVISION, STRATEGY AND RISK DEPARTMENT at the Central Bank of Kenya

The role provides the implementation of robust risk management and compliance programs. The job holder should possess robust analytical skills and the capacity to collaborate across departments, fostering a culture that is proactive in managing risks and ensuring compliance.

1. Implement best-practice risk management and compliance processes across the Bank.
2. Review and update risk registers, ensuring timely submission.
3. Evaluate incidents, ensure closure, and integrate lessons learned into risk registers.
4. Identify risk knowledge gaps and contribute to staff training and awareness initiatives.
5. Conduct risk reviews, assessments, and evaluations using approved templates and tools.
6. Consolidate and prepare comprehensive risk and compliance reports for all departments.
7. Support implementation of bank-wide risk and compliance programs to strengthen risk culture.
8. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and CBK policies.
9. Provide administrative support to the Risk & Compliance Division.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by divisional leadership.

1. Bachelor’s Degree in business or a related field from a reputable University.
2. Professional certification in at least one risk management discipline is an added advantage.

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in Risk and Compliance management.

Technical Competencies
1. Knowledge of enterprise risk management including clear understanding of emerging technologies, and relevant emerging issues in risk management.
2. Proficiency in offering guidance on risk management, including the identification of risks at both the departmental and bank-wide levels, and developing corresponding mitigation measures.

Behavioural / General Competencies
3. Proactive, self-driven, and committed to divisional objectives.
4. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
5. Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving and organizational abilities.
6. High integrity, professionalism, and adherence to CBK values.
7. Strong communication skills (oral and written).
8. Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive change under pressure.

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https://careers.centralbank.go.ke/jobs/188