Primary Purpose

To facilitate, implement, monitor and effect operational risk management throughout the organization

TECHNICAL REQUIRMENTS

Sound understanding of risk, control / mitigation and related conceptsSound understating of operational risk framework, enterprise-wide risk frameworkUnderstanding of sound operational risk management practicesSound knowledge of Basel III operational riskComputer literate (intermediate level MS Office)Attention to detailEffective time management skillsCommunication skills – verbal and writtenTeam player

Minimum Requirements
Qualifications

Minimum

BCom degree (Majoring in Risk management / Auditing and / or Accounting)

Minimum Experience

3 years; experience in risk management3 years’ experience in baking industry or similar (general understanding and awareness of functioning of key functions within banking organisation)Experience in auditing will be advantageousRisk management in banking industry

Duties and Responsibilities include but not limited to:

FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Assist in curbing the bank’s expenseKeep stationery, telephone and other costs under control

CUSTOMER CENTRICITY

Establish and maintain positive relationships with members of all departments / business units within the organizationEstablish and maintain a positive presence of the risk function in assigned departments and business units by fostering constructive professional relationships with relevant member of the management.

OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE

Risk assessments

Independently conduct ongoing risk reviews at departmental and/or business unit level in line with the pre-determined coverage planFacilitate risk assessments conducted by members of management of assigned departments and business unitsRecommend to management and facilitate implementation of practical and value-add mitigating strategies based on the results of risk reviews and assessmentsConduct ad-hoc reviews on operational risk/loss events as requested by members of management.

Reporting

Assist with the interpretation and analysis of operational loss data for regulatory reporting purposes (BA400, BA410, BA420)Managing and monitoring of user access on SAMEXWeb, and Trustlink Prod.

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