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Financial Institution Compliance Officer Role Opens in Uganda
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Kampala, Uganda - A leading fintech company is seeking a highly experienced Compliance Officer to oversee and implement compliance strategies for their operations in Uganda.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the company’s products and services comply with local regulations, as well as designing policies and procedures that adhere to global and regional regulatory requirements. The role reports directly to the Country Compliance Oversight Manager and is part of a dynamic team that is revolutionizing the future of finance.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Financial Management or a related field
- At least 10 years of experience in a leadership role regarding regulatory compliance oversight
- Strong knowledge of BSA/AML, payment processing, and digital payment regulations
- Ability to drive and implement regional policies and procedures
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Responsibilities
The Country Compliance Officer will be responsible for:
- Overseeing and implementing compliance strategies in line with global and jurisdictional regulatory requirements
- Serving as the local Money Laundering Reporting Officer, responsible for ensuring potentially suspicious activity is reported to regulators in a timely manner
- Drafting and submitting regional addendums to the company’s compliance-related policy and procedure
- Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of regional compliance policies and procedures
- Identifying potential risks and making recommendations for improvements
- Maintaining a register of jurisdictional regulatory requirements
Who We Are
Our client is a fintech pioneer that has become a driving force in Africa’s fintech space, connecting millions worldwide through secure and seamless digital payment solutions. With impressive funding rounds and valuations, they are reshaping the financial landscape with a vision to simplify payments for endless possibilities.
If you are a compliance professional looking to make a meaningful impact on millions of lives and businesses, this is an exciting opportunity to join their dynamic team.
Apply Now
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to [insert contact information].