Mwananchi Credit Ltd
Mwananchi Credit Ltd is hiring a Compliance Officer/MLRO to lead regulatory adherence and AML/CFT effectiveness across the organisation. This full time job in Kenya offers the opportunity to build a scalable compliance framework while supporting the company's strategic move towards banking-grade readiness. If you have 5–7 years of experience in compliance, risk, or regulatory roles within financial institutions, you can apply for this Compliance Officer/MLRO position on a rolling basis.
📋 Job Overview
- Category: Administration Jobs
- Job Type: Full Time Jobs
- Location: Nairobi
- Company: Mwananchi Credit Ltd
- Application Deadline: Rolling basis
- Last Updated: March 27, 2026
Compliance Officer/MLRO at Mwananchi Credit Ltd – Mwananchi Credit Ltd Kenya Job Details
Job Purpose
The Compliance Officer is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously strengthening a scalable compliance framework that ensures full regulatory adherence, AML/CFT effectiveness, data protection integrity, and governance discipline across Mwananchi Credit Limited and Shimin Insurance.
The position supports Mwananchi’s 2026–2029 strategic ambition of regulatory maturity and banking-grade readiness
Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities
- Regulatory Compliance & Horizon Scanning
- AML/CFT & MLRO Responsibilities
- Compliance Risk Management
- Policy Governance & Internal Controls
- Audit & Regulatory Inspection Readiness
- Data Protection & Confidentiality
- Governance, Ethics & Culture
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Regulatory Integrity
- AML/CFT Effectiveness
- Governance & Assurance
- Data Protection & Incident Management
- Culture & Capability
Qualifications & Experience
Academic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- Master’s degree (MBA, Risk, Finance, Law) preferred
Professional Certifications (At least one)
- Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS)
- ICA Diploma in AML/Compliance
- Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
- CPA/ACCA (added advantage)
Experience
- Minimum 5–7 years’ experience in compliance, risk, audit, or regulatory roles within a regulated financial institution.
- Demonstrated experience in AML/CFT compliance and regulatory reporting.
- Experience interacting directly with regulators.
- Experience presenting compliance reports to senior management or Board committees preferred.
Qualifications & Experience
- High ethical standards and unquestionable integrity
- Strong analytical and investigative skills
- Structured documentation and reporting discipline
- Ability to influence and challenge constructively
- High level of discretion and confidentiality
- Strategic and systems thinking
- Calm and decisive under regulatory pressure
- Strong stakeholder management skills
🎯 How to Apply
To apply for this job please visit mwananchicredit.com.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
To apply for the Compliance Officer/MLRO at Mwananchi Credit Ltd job in Kenya, you must hold a Bachelor's degree in Law, Finance, Risk Management, or a related field. Additionally, you need at least one professional certification such as CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist), ICA Diploma in AML/Compliance, or CCEP (Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional). A Master's degree and CPA or ACCA qualification are preferred but not mandatory for this job in Kenya.
This Compliance Officer/MLRO at Mwananchi Credit Ltd position requires a minimum of 5–7 years' experience in compliance, risk, audit, or regulatory roles within a regulated financial institution. You must demonstrate direct experience with AML/CFT compliance and regulatory reporting, and have a track record of interacting with regulators. Experience presenting compliance reports to senior management or Board committees is preferred when you apply for this job jobs in Kenya.
As the Compliance Officer/MLRO at Mwananchi Credit Ltd at this full time position, you will design and implement a scalable compliance framework, manage AML/CFT responsibilities, oversee compliance risk management, and ensure data protection integrity. You will also maintain policy governance and internal controls, prepare for audit and regulatory inspections, and foster governance and ethical culture across the organisation. When you apply for the Compliance Officer/MLRO at Mwananchi Credit Ltd job in Kenya, you will report directly on regulatory compliance and present assurance to the Board.
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