• A first degree in Risk Management, Finance or Economics from a recognized university

• A professional certification in CAMS, CRCM or CRCP will be an added advantage

• Minimum of 5 years experience as CRO in a financial institution

• A good understanding of policies and best practices of risk management

• Must be ready to operationalize Bank of Ghana guidelines on Compliance and Risk Management

• Must have knowledge in banking, company, employment and tax laws and regulations, banking compliance regulations and accounting principles

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Excellent mathematical and critical thinking skills

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent leadership skills

• Overseeing the compliance and Risk Management Division and reporting to the Executive Management of the company

• Developing and implementing the compliance model required for the institution to operate within acceptable standards

• Liaising with senior managers to ensure proper implementation of established compliance policies

• Identifying, assessing, measuring, monitoring, mitigating and managing all types of risk arising from the internal and external business environment at the company-wide level

• Analysing data to forecast potential risks and contribute to decision-making processes to minimize adverse impact

• Implementing internal controls such as policies, procedures and training to ensure compliance with laws and regulations

• Establishing and maintaining a risk management framework that aligns with the company's strategy, culture and values

• Communicating and reporting the risks and their status to the relevant stakeholders, such as senior management, board members, regulators, auditors and customers

• Ensuring adherence to all regulatory requirements as stipulated by the Bank of Ghana

• Conducting training sessions on AML policies and procedures to employees who handle financial transactions or are involved in risk assessment activities

• Reporting suspicious activities to the Bank of Ghana or Law enforcement agencies

• Maintaining an updated list of Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs)

• Monitoring new trends in financial crimes activity more quickly

Qualified applicants should submit their application letters and curriculum vitae to recruitmentapplicationsgh@gmail.com