About the Role
eTranzact, Nigeria's pioneering multi-application and multi-channel electronic transaction switching and payment processing platform, is looking for a dedicated Risk Officer to join our growing team. Since 2003, we have evolved into a global brand delivering innovative financial solutions across ATM, Internet, POS, and Mobile channels while maintaining operations across multiple African countries and the United Kingdom.
Key Responsibilities- Identify, assess, and monitor financial, operational, technology, strategic, compliance, and emerging risks across all business units.
- Maintain and update the organisation's Enterprise Risk Register while proactively tracking risk mitigation actions.
- Conduct periodic comprehensive risk assessments and facilitate Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSAs).
- Monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), risk appetite, and tolerance thresholds, ensuring timely escalation of any breaches.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to strengthen internal controls and promote a strong risk-aware culture within the fintech space.
- Bachelor's degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Statistics, Mathematics, Banking & Finance, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
- 4-7 years of relevant experience in Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management, Operational Risk, Technology Risk, Internal Control, or Audit.
- Demonstrated experience in fintech, banking, payments, or other highly regulated financial services environments.
- Thorough understanding of risk management frameworks, internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, KRIs, and professional risk reporting.
- Competitive salary package commensurate with industry standards and experience.
- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement in a leading African fintech company.
- Comprehensive health insurance and wellness benefits.
- Dynamic, innovative, and collaborative work environment.