Head Of Risk And Compliance

Hofokam Ltd

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  Location: Fort Portal

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  Category: Other Services

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  Job Type: N/A

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  Salary ( UGX) : Monthly

Hofokam Ltd is one of the largest Micro Finance Institutions operating in western Uganda with its Head Office based at Fort Portal. Its Vision is “to be the preferred partner of Microfinance households in Uganda”. Its mission is, “to provide satisfactory microfinance services to households in Western Uganda to enable them to realize their socio-economic goals”. As an equal-opportunity employer, we invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following positions.

Head of Risk and Compliance
Reporting to: Executive Director
Duty Station: Fort Portal (Re-advertised)

Job Overview
The Head of Risk and Compliance is primarily responsible for the implementation and enhancement of the risk and compliance framework within the organization. You will ensure that Hofokam is compliant with legislation, regulation as well as internal policies and procedures; and ethical standards. The Head of Risk and Compliance is responsible for thought leadership in all aspects of risk including the embedding of risk culture, training/awareness at all levels within the institution.

Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field from a reputable University. Master's Degree in a business-related field; added Advantage.

Experience:
Minimum of 5+ years’ experience in Risk Management or Audit in evaluating business operations in risk management, preferably from the microfinance, banking or financial services industry

Key Competencies

1. Thorough understanding of policies and best practices of Risk and Compliance Management
2. Relevant legal and regulatory knowledge of the Microfinance sector, Company Act, Financial and Accounting best practices, Taxation, and Employment laws. 
3. Excellent oral and written communication skills; with skills related to the preparation and submission of regulatory, statutory, and Risk/Compliance reports.
4. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
5. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
6. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
7. Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
8. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare reports and policies. 

Age: 30 - 45 years of age.

For more details about the above vacancies visit our website at www. hofokam.co.ug

How to Apply
If you think you meet the above criteria, please send your application with certified copies of academic and professional certificates, a CV, postal address, daytime telephone contact, names, and details of at least three (3) referees. Apply through the email address: hr@hofokam.co.ug to the Head of Human Resources, not later than 30th June 2023. Attachments MUST be in one PDF document and not exceeding 5 MB in size. If you do not hear from us by the end of July 2023, consider your application unsuccessful.