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Risk Manager

Source Microfinance Bank Nigeria Type not specified Posted 2026-09-03
StateNigerCityNot specifiedContractType not specifiedPosted2026-09-03Close dateNot specifiedExperience5 yearsSourceJobzilla Nigeria
Risk ManagerMicrofinance BankEnterprise Risk ManagementCredit RiskOperational RiskCBN ComplianceDigital BankingNigeriaFinancial InstitutionFull Timesalessecurity
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Source Microfinance Bank is hiring a Risk Manager to lead enterprise risk management, credit risk monitoring, operational risk, and regulatory compliance activities. The role requires 5–8 years of experience in risk management or related functions within a financial institution and strong knowledge of CBN regulations and digital banking products.

  • Enterprise Risk Management, credit risk, operational risk, and compliance responsibilities
  • Requires 5–8 years experience in risk management, credit risk, audit, or compliance
  • Must understand CBN ratios, standards, and regulatory reporting
  • Experience in digital banking and loan product management is important
  • CIBN (MCP) certification is valued; commitment to obtain within first year if not held
  • Apply online via the provided link

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  • Required5+ years of relevant experienceThe job post includes a minimum experience signal.
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  • PreferredPractical evidence in sales, security, internshipThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
  • RequiredAvailability to work in Not specifiedThe vacancy is associated with this location.

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  • Deadline not specified
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Original source description

Enterprise Risk Management: Coordinate periodic risk assessments and risk reviews. Promote a strong risk culture across the organization. Develop and maintain the Bank's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework. Identify, assess, monitor, and report emerging and existing risks across the Bank. Maintain the Bank's Risk Register and ensure timely mitigation of identified risks. Credit Risk Management: Monitor the quality and performance of the Bank's loan portfolio. Recommend risk mitigation strategies to minimize credit losses. Review portfolio risk indicators including PAR, delinquency trends, write-offs, and concentration risks. Monitor adherence to approved credit policies and risk appetite limits. Conduct independent reviews of credit proposals and risk exposures. Operational Risk Management: Ensure implementation of effective internal controls. Identify operational risk exposures arising from processes, systems, people, and external events. Monitor operational loss incidents and recommend corrective actions. Conduct Risk and Control Self-Assessments (RCSA) across departments. Risk Monitoring and Reporting: Track Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and escalate breaches promptly. Prepare periodic risk reports for Management, Executive Management, Board Committees, and regulators. Provide recommendations on risk exposures and mitigation measures. Monitor compliance with risk limits and approved risk appetite thresholds. Regulatory Compliance and Governance: Support regulatory examinations and audits. Monitor implementation of regulatory recommendations relating to risk management. Ensure compliance with applicable CBN regulations, prudential guidelines, and industry standards. Assist in the review and update of risk management policies and procedures. Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) and Information Security: Coordinate the Bank's Business Continuity Management (BCM) activities. Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing. Support information security risk assessments and controls implementation. Training and Risk Awareness: Provide guidance to departments on risk identification and mitigation. Promote risk ownership at all levels of the organization. Conduct risk awareness and risk culture training across the Bank (Staff and Board). Requirements: Previous and proven usage of Microsoft office, accounting and core banking solutions is essential for the role holder Relevant Professional certification is an added advantage, CIBN (MCP) certification is important. Where not available, there must be commitment to certification within the first year of employment Strong knowledge of credit risk assessment, financial and lending principles. Experience: working with start-up is an advantage but not compulsory Experience: performing above roles in a digital banking environment is important to being successful on this role, show clear understanding of digital loan products: sales, collection and delinquent management Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills is required Must have 5-8 years experience: in Risk Management, Credit Risk, Internal Control, Audit, Compliance or related function Experience: working in a financial institution and understanding of CBN stipulated ratio, standards, reporting and other relevant guideline is a must have How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should: Click here to apply online View all Jobs in Nigeria Lagos State Risk Manager job vacancies in Nigeria

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