Fraud Monitoring Manager

Company Details
Industry: Banking
Description: Equity Bank Limited (The "Bank”) is incorporated, registered under the Kenyan Companies Act Cap 486 and domiciled in Kenya. The address of the Bank’s registered office is 9th Floor, Equity Centre, P.O. Box 75104 - 00200 Nairobi. The Bank is licensed under the Kenya Banking Act (Chapter 488), and con… Equity Bank Limited (The "Bank”) is incorporated, registered under the Kenyan Companies Act Cap 486 and domiciled in Kenya. The address of the Bank’s registered office is 9th Floor, Equity Centre, P.O. Box 75104 - 00200 Nairobi. The Bank is licensed under the Kenya Banking Act (Chapter 488), and continues to offer retail banking, microfinance and related services. The Bank has subsidiaries in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, Rwanda and Tanzania. Its shares are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange and Uganda Securities Exchange. Equity Bank was founded as Equity Building Society (EBS) in October 1984 and was originally a provider of mortgage financing for the majority of customers who fell into the low income population. The society’s logo, a modest house with a brown roof, resonates with its target market and their determination to make small but steady gains toward a better life, seeking security and advancement of their dreams. The vast majority of Africans have historically been excluded from access to fin View more View less
Job Details
Job Type: Full Time
Workplace Type: On-site
Qualification: Diploma
Job Experience: Mandatory
Job Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
Closing Date: Undisclosed
Salary: KES Unspecified / month
Other Pay: Benefits
Job Category: Others
Job Description

Manager, Fraud Detection

Purpose of the Role

The Manager, Fraud Detection leads the strategic and operational management of fraud detection systems and teams, ensuring early identification of sophisticated fraud threats through data driven monitoring and analytics. The role drives continuous optimization of detection capabilities, effective incident escalation, and high-quality fraud intelligence to safeguard the organization against financial and reputational risk.

Key Responsibilities

  • Fraud Detection Strategy & Framework – Develop and maintain a comprehensive fraud detection strategy aligned with organizational risk appetite.
  • Fraud Monitoring & Detection Oversight – Supervise real-time monitoring and detection processes to identify suspicious activity.
  • Alert Management & Case Prioritisation – Oversee alert triage, investigation workflows, and case prioritisation based on risk severity.
  • Incident Escalation & Response Coordination – Lead timely escalation of high-risk incidents and coordinate cross-functional response efforts.
  • Fraud Intelligence & Analytics – Drive analytics to uncover emerging fraud patterns and enhance detection rules.
  • Stakeholder Engagement & Collaboration – Partner with internal teams (e.g., risk, compliance, operations) to strengthen fraud prevention.
  • Reporting & Management Information – Prepare and present key fraud metrics, trends, and insights to senior management.
  • Regulatory & Governance Support – Ensure detection activities comply with relevant regulations and internal governance standards.
  • Team Leadership & Capability Development – Mentor and develop fraud detection staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
  • Continuous Improvement & Innovation – Identify opportunities to improve detection efficiency and effectiveness through new tools and techniques.

Qualifications

Required: A business-related degree from a recognized university or college.

Preferred: Professional certification in Fraud Examination (CFE), Auditing, Accounting, Risk Management, or Information Systems Audit is an added advantage.

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