Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Governance and Controls to lead the development and oversight of the bank’s control environment in Nairobi, Kenya. This senior leadership role requires extensive experience in governance, risk, and compliance within complex financial services, and it emphasizes strategic leadership and operational integrity
Job Summary
The role involves leading the development and oversight of the bank's control environment to ensure robust risk mitigation and operational integrity.
Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in governance, controls, risk, or audit roles within banking environments.
The position requires direct management of a high-performing team while driving accountability for risk and control-related actions.
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Absa Bank Limited is seeking a Head of Governance and Controls to lead the development and oversight of the bank’s control environment in Nairobi, Kenya. This senior leadership role requires extensive experience in governance, risk, and compliance within complex financial services, and it emphasizes strategic leadership and operational integrity.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Governance and Control Framework Oversight
Risk Management and Control Culture
Operational Risk Management
Audit Issue Resolution
Strategic Leadership in Controls
Nice-to-have
Digital Transformation Experience
Matrix Environment Collaboration
Team Development and Coaching
Cost Saving Initiatives
Customer Complaint Resolution
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business-related field
Master's Degree preferred
Professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CISA, CRISC, FRM)
Minimum 10 years experience in banking governance
Senior leadership experience in risk-intensive environments