Head of Compliance

5 days ago

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya Avenews Full time 1,200,000 - 2,400,000 per year

Job Opportunity: Head of Compliance – Avenews

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Managing Director

About the Role

Avenews, a CBK Licensed Digital Credit Provider (DCP), is seeking a highly qualified
Head of Compliance

to lead our enterprise-wide compliance and risk governance agenda. This is a senior leadership role, responsible for regulatory engagement, internal controls, anti-money laundering (AML/CFT), data protection, and embedding a risk-conscious culture across the organization.

The ideal candidate will ensure full adherence to CBK DCP Regulations, FRC AML Guidelines, Data Protection Act, and other applicable legal frameworks, while also strengthening the company's Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF).

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic direction and oversight for regulatory compliance, AML/CFT, data privacy, conduct risk, and internal controls.
  • Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory returns to CBK, FRC, CRBs, and other regulators.
  • Lead implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) and maintain an up-to-date institutional risk register.
  • Oversee internal compliance audits, testing, policy enforcement, and staff training on regulatory obligations.
  • Act as Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) and ensure full compliance with POCAMLA and FRC guidelines.
  • Manage conduct risk, complaints handling, and resolution of regulatory breaches.
  • Build a culture of risk awareness and ethical conduct across the institution.

Candidate Qualifications

Education & Professional Background

  • Bachelor's degree in Law, Risk Management, Finance, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Professional certifications such as CAMS, CFE, CISA, CIPP, or equivalent are an added advantage.
  • Minimum 8 years' experience in compliance or risk management, with 3+ years in a leadership role within financial services, banking, or fintech.

Technical & Regulatory Expertise

  • Strong grasp of CBK DCP regulations, FRC AML/CFT requirements, Data Protection Act, and CRB reporting obligations.
  • Proven ability to operationalize compliance frameworks, risk registers, and training programs.
  • Experience with regulatory inspections, audit readiness, and risk culture transformation.

Leadership & Soft Skills

  • Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong attention to detail, ethical judgment, and analytical capability.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and maintain high standards of regulatory integrity.

Why Join Avenews?

  • Be at the forefront of transforming agri-finance through digital innovation.
  • Play a key role in shaping a compliant, resilient, and trusted fintech institution.
  • Join a collaborative, high-performance team driving inclusive growth across Kenya.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and cover letter to
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by
10
th
Oct 2025

with the subject line:
Application – Head of Compliance

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