Job Title: Senior Risk Officer
Organisation: Financial Intelligence Authority
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA), is a government agency established by the Parliament of Uganda to monitor, investigate, and prevent money laundering in the country. It is also responsible for the enforcement of Uganda’s anti-money laundering laws and the monitoring of all financial transactions inside the country’s borders.
Job Summary: To identify, assess, and mitigate risks to ensure effective management and compliance with the Authority’s risk management framework.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Conduct risk assessments to identify potential risks and vulnerabilities within the Authority’s operations.
- Prepare risk management reports and recommend measures to mitigate identified risks.
- Monitor the implementation of risk management strategies and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
- Collaborate with departmental/divisional heads to integrate risk management practices into operational processes.
- Maintain an up-to-date risk register and track the status of risk mitigation actions.
- Support the development and implementation of the Authority’s risk management framework, policies, and procedures.
- Assist in the preparation of quarterly risk management performance reports.
- Liaise with external auditors and regulatory bodies on matters related to risk management and compliance.
- Provide training and sensitization programs to staff on risk management practices and standards.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Honors Bachelor degree in Finance and Accounting, Business Administration/Commerce with a bias in Accounting.
- Professional qualification in Accountancy or, Audit obtained from a recognized awarding body.
- Certification in Risk Management such as, CRMA, CRISC.
Experience
- At least 3 years relevant working experience, 3 of which should have been served at Officer level in Government or reputable organization.
Competencies
- Knowledge and understanding of the Authority’s vision, mission, and objectives
- Familiarity with risk management frameworks, methodologies, and tools.
- Proficiency in determining risk appetite statements across all aspects of risk categories of the Authority
- Applied knowledge of Risk Management techniques and methodologies
- Extensive experience in designing, implementing and Monitoring Risk Management Controls
- Proficiency in using risk management software and tools
- Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements.
- Ability to communicate complex information clearly and concisely in writing and orally.
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
- Skilled in building and maintaining collaborative relationships, and effectively interacting with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
How to Apply:
Please fill in the application form on the link below : https://forms.office.com/r/SeKezLvXzr and proceed to share your CV and Academic Documents to [email protected] with subject line Senior Risk Officer
All applicants should share their CV’s and Cover Letters in PDF or MS Word STRICTLY
Deadline: 29th July, 2025.
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 36