Chief Risk Officer at Moniepoint 

JOB TITLE:  Chief Risk Officer

JOB LOCATION: Lagos

JOB DETAILS:

• The Chief Risk Officer (CRO) will be responsible for overseeing the risk management framework of Moniepoint Microfinance Bank.
• This executive role involves identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all aspects of the organization, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of risk management in the financial services sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Risk Strategy Development: Design and implement a comprehensive risk management strategy that aligns with the bank’s overall business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Risk Assessment: Identify, assess, and prioritize risks across the organization, including credit, operational, market, compliance, and reputational risks.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that the bank adheres to all relevant regulations and industry standards, staying abreast of changes in the regulatory environment.
• Risk Monitoring: Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and metrics to monitor risk exposures and ensure timely reporting to the board and senior management.
• Risk Mitigation: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies and action plans, working collaboratively with other departments to minimize risk exposure.
• Crisis Management: Lead the development of crisis management and business continuity plans to ensure the bank is prepared for unforeseen events.
• Team Leadership: Build and manage a high-performing risk management team, fostering a culture of risk awareness and accountability throughout the organization.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with the board of directors, executive leadership, and external stakeholders to communicate risk management strategies and outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or professional certification (e.g., FRM, CFA) preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in risk management within the financial services industry, preferably in microfinance or banking.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks governing microfinance and banking operations.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing effective risk management strategies and frameworks.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong leadership abilities with a track record of building and managing successful teams.

HOW TO APPLY
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