Compliance Framework:

• Develop, implement, and maintain the company’s Compliance policies (Financial Crime Policy and Risk Management and Compliance Programme), procedures, and controls.

• Regularly review and update compliance reports and policies to align with legislative and regulatory changes.

• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of the compliance framework, ensuring ongoing adherence to laws and regulations.

Client Onboarding & Support:

• Assist management within Mamoru Uganda and working closely with the Head of Compliance Africa to ensure efficient onboarding of clients, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external legislation.

• Oversee Customer Due Diligence (CDD) and Know Your Customer (KYC) processes during onboarding and ongoing monitoring.

• Support the provision of required customer due diligence information to counterparties.

Banking & Counterparty Liaison:

• Facilitate the opening of bank accounts in Uganda by ensuring requested information is up-to-date and delivered to banks within deadlines.

• Act as a point of contact with banks and other financial institutions regarding compliance documentation.

Risk Assessment:

• Conduct regular risk assessments relating to money laundering, terrorist financing, and other financial crime risks.

• Support the risk assessment of clients before and after onboarding, ensuring adequate internal controls are applied.

Transaction Monitoring & Reporting:

• Oversee transaction monitoring processes to identify suspicious or unusual activity.

• Escalate and report suspicious activities to regulatory authorities (e.g., Financial Intelligence Authority (FIA Uganda).

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of reports to regulatory bodies as identified and where applicable.

Training & Awareness:

• Deliver compliance training programmes to ensure staff understand AML obligations and reporting procedures.

• Provide tailored training for employees working in high-risk areas.

Internal Audits & Reviews:

• Conduct periodic reviews of internal systems and controls in relation to applicable laws, legislation and company policies.

• Partner with auditors during compliance audits and regulatory inspections.

Regulatory & Sanctions Compliance:

• Ensure timely submission of regulatory reports and other filings and responses to regulator requests.

• Maintain company compliance with sanctions regimes, including screening customers and transactions against sanctions lists.

Reporting & Governance:

• Provide regular reports to senior management and the Board on compliance programme effectiveness and key risks.

• Prepare and present compliance updates at internal meetings and governance forums.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Law, Finance, Business, or a related field.

• Relevant certifications in AML/Compliance (e.g., ACAMS, MLRO, Certificate in Compliance Management).

Experience:

• 3–5 years’ proven experience in a compliance role within financial services, fintech and banking.

• Strong knowledge of AML legislation and local/international compliance regulations.

• Experience liaising with banks and in country regulators is an added advantage.

Personal Attributes:

• Self-starter who can work independently with minimal supervision.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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