Risk Management Officer Job (150-250K)

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Key Responsibilities

Risk Identification and Assessment

• Identify, evaluate, and monitor strategic, operational, financial, regulatory, and reputational risks across the organization.
• Conduct regular risk assessments and facilitate risk workshops with various departments.
• Maintain and update the organization’s risk register.
• Analyze emerging risks and recommend proactive mitigation measures.

Risk Mitigation and Control

• Develop and implement risk mitigation plans to address identified exposures.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and recommend improvements where necessary.
• Support departments in implementing corrective actions to reduce risk levels.
• Assist in embedding risk management practices into daily business operations.

Policy Development and Framework Management

• Participate in the development, review, and enhancement of risk management policies, procedures, and frameworks.
• Ensure risk management processes align with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
• Promote awareness and understanding of risk management policies throughout the organization.

Compliance and Governance

• Support compliance monitoring activities to ensure adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Assist in conducting compliance reviews and identifying potential areas of regulatory risk.
• Contribute to strengthening governance and internal control environments.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on risk and compliance-related matters when required.

Monitoring and Reporting

• Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and presentations for management and relevant committees.
• Track key risk indicators (KRIs) and provide timely updates on significant risk exposures.
• Report on the status of mitigation plans and emerging risk trends.
• Support management in making informed decisions through risk-based analysis and recommendations.

Audit and Assurance Support

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors during audits and risk reviews.
• Assist in implementing audit recommendations related to risk management and internal controls.
• Monitor the closure of audit findings and corrective actions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Finance, Business Administration, Risk Management, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification in Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, Finance, or Governance (e.g., CRMA, FRM, PRM, CIA, CPA(K), ACCA) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive experience in risk management, compliance, auditing, financial analysis, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in developing risk policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Experience working within structured risk management and governance frameworks.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and internal control systems.

How to Apply

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on recruitment@britesmanagement.com
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.