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Job Title:   Regulatory Compliance Officer (Fresher Jobs)

Organisation: PostBank Uganda Ltd

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Manager Regulatory & Statutory Compliance

 

About US:

PostBank Uganda Ltd is a Government owned bank regulated by Bank of Uganda under the Financial Institutions Act, 2004. The bank focuses on the mass market with operations spread across the country.

 

Job Summary: The Regulatory Compliance Officer will mainly ensure that the bank adheres to the highest standards of ethical and professional behaviour in conduct of its business and comply fully with all applicable laws, regulations and rules that govern the bank’s business in order to safeguard the bank against financial losses and loss of reputation; and also meet expectations and demands of shareholders, customers as well as to withstand regulatory scrutiny

 

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Developing and maintaining a thorough understanding of the requirements of applicable laws and Regulations and as well the Bank’s internal standards of conduct and procedures as stated in the Bank’s Code of Conduct.
  • Based on knowledge of the Bank’s business, identifying potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk and assessing the severity of potential Compliance Risks.
  • Effectively implementing day-to-day monitoring and representative testing (including spot checks) of the Bank’s actual compliance with the Applicable Regulations.
  • Carry out compliance field checks on a regular basis to evaluate the effectiveness of Bank compliance with the applicable Regulations and make proposals for improvement and correction whenever required.
  • Identification, recommendation and supporting improvements to the Bank’s overall compliance program.
  • Assist in planning for compliance checks and properly document the tests carried out and conclusions drawn.
  • Preparation of compliance monitoring and relevant regulatory reports.
  • Providing direct support to designated business functions to address the reported and/emerging compliance lapses.
  • Regular updates to the unit’s risk profile/register, track or monitor and report on the status of the unit’s Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to line management.
  • Ensure timely reporting of incidents and support the completion of the unit’s annual Business Impact Analysis (BIA) and review of the Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
  • Provide training to staff and management on compliance issues, legislative and critical AML/CFT legal regulatory requirements.
  • Serving as a contact point within the Bank for compliance queries from staff members.


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Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration or related field.
  • Possession of Diploma in Law or professional qualification in Compliance, Accounting, Auditing or related fields is an added advantage.
  • At least two years of working experience in Regulatory Compliance or related field with a reputable organization.
  • Knowledge of the financial sector.
  • Working knowledge of the Government structure
  • Report writing skills
  • Excellent analytical skills
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Good relationship management skills
  • The ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in written form in a professional manner is deemed essential.
  • Ability to demonstrate positive image and role model PBU’s values and leadership behaviors.
  • A sense of ownership and pride in performance and its impact on the company’s success
  • Must be a person of impeccable integrity.

 

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online be sending the following documents:

  • Detailed CV
  • Certified copies of academic documents
  • Applicants address and day time telephone contacts
  • Postal/email address and daytime telephone contact of three referees of good standing in society one of which should be your current Supervisor.

 

Please send your application to hr@postbank.co.ug addressed to the Ag. Chief HR Officer and put the job you are applying for as the Subject (Strictly).

 

Deadline: 18th November 2022.

 

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