Head Control Environment, Risk Assessment & Audit Readiness At Equity Bank Kenya

Job Purpose
Our purpose is transforming lives, giving dignity, and expanding opportunities for wealth creation.
This role is instrumental in maintaining a strong control environment, proactively managing risks, and ensuring the organization's readiness for internal and external audits

Job Responsibilities
Design assess and implement appropriate controls, mitigation strategies to address identified risks and enhance the overall control environment.
Develop, implement, and maintain a robust control environment to ensure compliance with regulations, policies, and industry standards.
Evaluate, monitor, and report the effectiveness of existing controls and implement recommendations.
Continuous review and assessment of existing controls to identify areas of improvement and optimization.
Monitor the execution of the control sample tests (CST) and key risk indicators (KRI), Key Control Indicators (KCIs), to determine the appropriate testing frequency.
Design and implement an audit socialization process.
Develop and implement an audit readiness checklist.
Design and implement a training program for control effectiveness, risk assessment and audit readiness.
Develop and maintain documentation related to control environment standards risk assessment and audit readiness protocols.

Qualifications
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Risk Management, or a related field. A master's degree in a relevant discipline or relevant certifications such as Certified Risk Manager (CRM), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or other risk and compliance certifications is a plus.

Knowledge And Experience Required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal controls, risk management, or audit within a complex organizational structure.
Proven experience in designing and implementing control frameworks, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring audit readiness across multiple business units.
Strong knowledge of control environment frameworks, risk management processes, and audit methodologies.
Proficiency in using risk assessment tools, audit management software, and data analytics platforms.
Expertise in regulatory compliance and industry standards.
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage cross-functional teams, with a focus on driving control effectiveness and risk mitigation strategies.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and build consensus across departments.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify control weaknesses, assess risks, and develop effective mitigation strategies.