Compliance Manager

With 75 years of experience, our organization is dedicated to helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. Inspired by our Christian faith, we work with children of all backgrounds, even in the most challenging and fragile contexts.

Join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and be part of transforming the life stories of vulnerable children.

Key Responsibilities

The Compliance Manager will be responsible for ensuring full regulatory and internal compliance while strengthening the organization’s risk and compliance framework.

Regulatory Compliance and Oversight

Ensure full compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, and guidelines issued by the Central Bank and other regulators (including BAFIA, Country Labour Laws, AML/CFT, KYC, data protection, consumer protection, and related regulations)
Conduct annual regulatory gap analyses and recommend establishment or enhancement of missing controls
Maintain a regulatory tracking log and ensure timely submission of all regulatory reports and returns
Develop and implement compliance monitoring plans to assess adherence to internal policies and external regulations
Conduct regular compliance reviews and assessments across departments
Report breaches, non-compliance, and gaps, including corrective action plans
Lead internal compliance reviews and investigations of potential breaches
Track and report compliance issues, breaches, and key compliance indicators to senior management

Policy Development and Internal Controls

Assist the Head of Risk and Compliance in developing, reviewing, and enforcing compliance-related policies and procedures
Ensure internal policies align with legal, regulatory, and best practice requirements
Maintain a centralized and up-to-date repository of compliance policies and procedures with proper version control
Conduct annual revision of compliance working papers and reporting templates to support risk and compliance officers
Ensure timely review and submission of compliance review reports from all regions

Training and Compliance Culture

Develop and implement an annual compliance training plan for the Risk and Compliance Team and all staff
Review and develop internal controls training materials annually
Promote a strong compliance culture across the organization
Conduct training on compliance risk assessments, root cause analysis, and related topics

Reporting and Performance Management

Prepare and submit monthly compliance reports to management
Maintain compliance dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Provide oversight and guidance to Risk and Compliance Officers across all regions
Lead performance appraisal processes for Risk and Compliance Officers
Set performance objectives and KPIs aligned with regulatory and departmental goals
Conduct regular performance reviews and support professional development

Advisory and Strategic Support

Provide compliance advisory services to business units on new products, partnerships, and initiatives
Participate in product development and project committees to ensure regulatory compliance
Advise senior management on emerging regulatory risks, changes in laws, and strategic compliance implications

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies

Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, Business, or a related field
(Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CAMS, CISA, or ICA are preferred)
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks governing the banking sector
Excellent understanding of AML/CFT, KYC, consumer protection, and compliance obligations
Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills
High integrity and ethical standards
Strong interpersonal, communication, and reporting skills
Ability to influence and advise senior management and business units
Detail-oriented with strong organizational capabilities
Understanding of ESG and data privacy regulations is an added advantage

Required Experience

Minimum 5 years’ experience in risk management within a bank or microfinance institution
At least 5 years’ experience in risk analysis, compliance, or internal audit
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management role, including team supervision
Proven experience in risk and compliance assessments, monitoring, and reporting
Strong experience working in an AML environment, preferably supported by relevant qualifications

Preferred Experience

Experience in the banking sector
Experience in a managerial or strategic leadership role
Experience presenting reports to senior management

Work Environment

Duty Station: Arusha, Tanzania
Work Modality: Office-based
Travel Requirement: Up to 30% within Tanzania

Applicant Eligibility

Local Applicants Only

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