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FINANCIAL INSTITUTION COMPLIANCE OFFICER ROLE OPENS AT eLIPA IN UGANDA

eLipa, a leading payment processing services provider revolutionizing the payment landscape in Africa, has announced an opening for a Compliance Officer position based in Uganda. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the company’s adherence to regulatory requirements and ethical standards in the country.

Job Responsibilities

The Compliance Officer will be responsible for:

  • Developing and implementing compliance policies
  • Monitoring regulatory changes
  • Conducting audits
  • Collaborating with various teams to maintain a culture of compliance within the organization

Key Requirements

To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will have:

  • Extensive knowledge of financial and fintech regulations in Uganda, including anti-money laundering (AML) data protection, and consumer protection laws
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • A bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as finance, law or business
  • Proven experience as a Compliance Officer or in a similar compliance role in the fintech or financial services industry

Key Responsibilities (continued)

The successful candidate will also be responsible for:

  • Serving as the primary point of contact for regulatory authorities in Uganda
  • Maintaining positive relationships and addressing any compliance inquiries or requests
  • Conducting internal audits to assess the effectiveness of eLipa’s compliance programs and identify areas for improvement
  • Training and educating staff on legal changes and updates to compliance guidelines
  • Preparing and submitting accurate and timely compliance reports to regulatory authorities
  • Developing a Risk Management Framework

How to Apply

Applications for the Compliance Officer position can be submitted to hr@mu.elipa.global.