Senior Officer-Policy Framework & Governance

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: Accounting, Audit, Finance
Job Description

Job Title: Compliance Governance and Reporting Coordinator

Job Purpose

To support the execution of the Compliance Governance and Reporting framework through structured coordination, documentation, and reporting activities. The role ensures that compliance-related information is accurately captured, consolidated, and escalated, and that policies and frameworks are appropriately aligned to local regulatory requirements and Group standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Board and Management Reporting: Support the preparation of compliance reports by collating data, validating inputs, and ensuring completeness, accuracy, and consistency of reporting outputs.
  • Governance Reports: Prepare and maintain weekly and monthly governance reports, including dashboards and tracking logs, highlighting key compliance metrics, emerging risks, and status of remediation actions.
  • Reporting Packs and Templates: Maintain and update compliance reporting packs and templates, ensuring alignment to internal governance standards and evolving regulatory expectations.
  • Policy Customisation and Localisation: Assist in the customisation and localisation of Group Policies, Frameworks, and Standards by mapping local regulatory requirements, identifying gaps, and documenting required adjustments for review and approval.
  • Issue and Action Tracking: Track and update compliance issues, regulatory actions, and internal commitments, following up with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely closure and availability of appropriate supporting evidence.
  • Governance Forums: Support coordination of governance forums and reporting cycles, including preparation of materials, consolidation of inputs, and tracking of action points.
  • Documentation and Audit Readiness: Ensure all compliance documentation and reporting outputs are maintained in an audit-defensible manner, with clear traceability and supporting records.
  • Escalation: Escalate data inconsistencies, reporting gaps, or overdue actions to ensure timely intervention.

Qualifications

Education and Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Relevant professional qualifications such as CAMS or ICA are an added advantage

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in Compliance, Governance, Audit Coordination, or Reporting roles
  • Exposure to Board/Management reporting or policy governance processes is desirable

Key Competencies and Skills

  • Understanding of compliance governance and reporting processes
  • Familiarity with regulatory and internal reporting requirements within financial services
  • Strong data management skills (data collation, validation, dashboard support)
  • Good document management and version control discipline
  • Clear and structured written communication skills suitable for management reporting
  • Strong organisational and coordination capability
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