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Location
Addia Ababa (On site)
Job Type
Full Time
Experience Level
senior
Posted
1 week ago
Deadline
September 9, 2026
๐๐๐ฒ ๐๐จ๐ฅ๐๐ฌ & ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฉ๐จ๐ง๐ฌ๐ข๐๐ข๐ฅ๐ข๐ญ๐ข๐๐ฌ
๐. KYC & Customer Due Diligence (CDD)
โบVerify and validate KYC documents (ID proofs, bank details, business licenses) for merchants and users.
โบEnsure real-time monitoring of high-risk accounts and report suspicious activities.
โบMaintain an up-to-date KYC/AML database and conduct periodic reviews.
๐. Regulatory Compliance
โบMonitor and implement local and international payment regulations.
โบEnsure timely renewal of licenses (payment processing, data protection, etc.).
โบLiaise with banks, financial institutions, and regulators for compliance approvals.
๐. Policy & Process Management
โบDevelop, update, and enforce compliance policies, SOPs, and risk frameworks.
โบConduct internal audits and ensure corrective actions for non-compliance.
โบTrain staff on AML, fraud prevention, and compliance best practices.
โบMake sure the internal process especially on AML, KYC, CFT, CDD are aligned with NBE directives and regulations and all onboarding related documents are aligned with NBE directive
๐. Legal & Document Oversight
โบReview contracts, terms of service, and privacy policies for legal compliance.
โบMaintain records of regulatory filings, audit reports, and compliance certifications.
โบEnsure data protection compliance .
๐. Risk & Fraud Management
โบIdentify fraudulent transactions and report to authorities if required.
โบImplement transaction monitoring systems for suspicious activities.
โบWork with cybersecurity teams to prevent money laundering & financial crimes.
๐. Reporting & Stakeholder Communication
โบPrepare compliance reports for management and regulatory bodies.
๐. Auditing internal operations.
๐. product compliance. assessing the legality and compliance of any product at its inception stage.
๐. Act as the point of contact for regulatory inspections and audits.
Advise senior management on emerging compliance risks and mitigation strategies.
๐๐ฎ๐๐ฅ๐ข๐๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ & ๐๐ค๐ข๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฌ
๐๐๐ฎ๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง: Bachelorโs degree in Law, Finance, Business, or Compliance.
๐๐ฑ๐ฉ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ง๐๐: 3+ years in compliance, AML, KYC, or risk management (preferably in payment gateways, fintech, or banking).
๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ข๐๐ข๐๐๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ: CAMS, ICA Diploma in Compliance, or similar is a plus.
โบRequirement- Have a good knowledge and understanding on NBE regulations and directives especially on Payment gateway service