Head Of Governance And Controls

Absa Bank Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya
Not specified
10 years experience in governance controls
Bachelor's degree in business field
Professional qualification cpa acca cisa crisc frm
Absa Bank Kenya is seeking a Head of Governance and Controls to lead the development and oversight of the bank’s control environment, ensuring effective risk management and operational integrity. The role involves strategic leadership, governance, and the implementation of robust control frameworks, with a focus on enhancing control maturity across business units

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, audit, or assurance roles within banking environments.
  • The position offers the opportunity to shape the future of a proudly African group with over 100 years of rich history.

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Absa Bank Kenya is seeking a Head of Governance and Controls to lead the development and oversight of the bank’s control environment, ensuring effective risk management and operational integrity. The role involves strategic leadership, governance, and the implementation of robust control frameworks, with a focus on enhancing control maturity across business units.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years experience in governance controls
  • Bachelor's degree in Business field
  • Professional qualification CPA ACCA CISA CRISC FRM
  • Strategic leadership in risk management
  • Experience with executive board engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Digital transformation exposure
  • Matrix multi-stakeholder environment experience
  • Strong risk culture promotion
  • Data-driven insights capability
  • Regional or multinational organization background

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 10 years experience in governance controls
  • Bachelor's degree in Business-related field
  • Full professional qualification (CPA, ACCA, CISA, CRISC, FRM)
  • Senior leadership experience in risk-intensive environments

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