Risk and Compliance Officer

JOB DETAILS: ABC is seeking a dedicated Risk and Compliance Officer to join our team.

The successful candidate will support the implementation and monitoring of ABC’s enterprise-wide risk and compliance framework, ensuring adherence to Bank of Uganda regulations, internal governance policies, and industry best practices.

The role will focus on supporting risk identification, assessment, and mitigation across operational, financial, IT, and regulatory areas, while promoting a strong compliance and risk-aware culture throughout the organization.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Enterprise Risk Management Support the maintenance of the corporate risk register and follow up on risk mitigation plans.

Conduct risk assessments for new initiatives, products, and services.

Monitor incidents, emerging risks, and recommend mitigation measures.

Compliance Oversight Monitor compliance with BOU regulations, AML/CFT requirements, and Data Protection laws.

Review transactions, alerts, and processes for fraud or suspicious activity.

Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.

Policies, Procedures & Awareness Assist in drafting, updating, and disseminating risk and compliance policies.

Provide staff training on compliance obligations, ethics, and risk awareness.

Promote a compliance culture across all departments.

Monitoring & Reporting Maintain compliance and risk records.

Prepare periodic risk and compliance reports for management.

Support timely and accurate regulatory submissions.

Requirements Qualifications and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, or related field.

Minimum 2 years’ experience in risk, compliance, audit, or regulatory roles, preferably within financial services or fintech.

Professional certifications such as CISA, CRISC, CAMS, CPA, or CFE are an added advantage.

Key Competencies Good understanding of Uganda’s financial sector regulations.

Strong analytical, investigative, and reporting skills.

High integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Strong communication and presentation skills.