Director of Strategic Oversight

We are a leading digital assets company that is rapidly expanding our global presence. Our innovative products have earned prestigious industry recognition for their cutting-edge technology and exceptional client experience.

The Chief Governance Officer will play a key role in providing strategic oversight, governance, and leadership to the organization. This includes challenging and supporting the executive team, ensuring compliance with applicable financial services regulations, and upholding principles of transparency, accountability, and ethical business conduct.

• Provide strategic direction and contribute to the development and review of the organization's long-term business plans and objectives.
• Evaluate and ensure effective systems of financial control, risk management, and regulatory compliance are in place.
• Support the monitoring of business performance, including reviewing financial and operational reports and providing objective challenge to management.
• Promote and uphold a strong culture of ethics, accountability, and compliance throughout the organization.
• Participate actively in board and committee meetings, bringing independent judgment and constructive challenge to discussions.

• Must be previously approved for any license by any financial sector regulator and be ready to pass through this process with the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and pass the Fit and Proper assessment by the CMA.
• A bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business, law, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in financial services, preferably in money or capital markets, investment, or brokerage.
• Must have recent experience in retail financial services (ideally brokerage) in Kenya and strong working knowledge of the Kenyan financial services regulations and requirements.
• Must not have a history of fraudulent financial dealings or regulatory breaches.
• Must have understanding of corporate governance, financials, and risk management.
• Must have strong leadership skills.
• Be comfortable in a fast-paced environment, where non-routine and/or complex issues are common.
• Be able to handle complex issues, projects, and processes.
• Demonstrate strong moral and ethical principles.
• Be willing to learn, accept accountability, demonstrate initiative, and support effective co-operation.
• Strong sense of financial integrity, responsibility, and being able to carry on the regulated activity competently, honestly, and fairly.
• Be of good reputation, character, and being reliable.

• Competitive Salary: We believe great work deserves great pay Your skills and talents will be rewarded with a salary that makes you feel valued and motivated.
• Work-Life Harmony: Join an organization that genuinely cares about you - because your life outside of work matters just as much as your time on the clock.
• Annual Performance Bonus: Your hard work doesn't go unnoticed Celebrate your achievements with a well-deserved annual bonus tied to your performance.
• Generous Time Off: Need a breather? Our annual leave policy lets you recharge and enjoy life outside of work without a worry.
• Employee Referral Program: Love working here? Share the love Bring your talented friends on board and get rewarded for growing our awesome team.
• Comprehensive Health & Pension Benefits: From medical insurance to pension plans, we've got your back. Plus, location-specific benefits and perks.
• Workation Wonderland: Live your digital nomad dreams with 30 extra days to work remotely from anywhere in the world (some restrictions apply). Adventure awaits.
• Volunteer Days: Make a difference Take two additional paid days each year to support causes you care about and give back to the community.