JOB TITLE: PRINCIPAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER (JOB GRADE 4)
About ICIFA
The Institute of Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (ICIFA) is the only professional body
mandated to regulate the Investment and Financial Analysis profession in Kenya. ICIFA registers
and licenses Certified Investment and Financial Analysts (CIFAs) both in private and public
practice under the Investment and Financial Analysts Act (No.13 of 2015).
Vision: The leading institute for investment and finance professionals
Mission: To promote excellence and professionalism amongst its members and the
financial industry.
Job Summary:
Duties and responsibilities of the Principal Compliance Officer will entail:
i. Surveillance & Enforcement
Enforcing the provisions of the Investment and Financial Analysts Act (No.13 of 2015)
Liaising with other relevant agencies in respect to compliance and enforcement;
Initiating the development of guidelines and procedures for compliance;
Conducting inquiry on complaints with regard to any professional misconduct;
Prepare procedure for compliance;
Conducting compliance checks;
Monitoring compliance with professional, quality assurance and other standards
published by the Council for observance by the members of ICIFA.
ii. Person Specifications
At least eight (8) years relevant working experience, three (3) years of which must have
been in a supervisory role.
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Finance, Business
Administration/Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option) or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Finance, Business
Administration/Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option) or equivalent
qualifications from a recognized institution
Attended a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized
institution.
Registered by a relevant professional body/ society where applicable. ICIFA Membership
is an added advantage.
Proficiency in computer applications.
Meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies and Attributes:
Leadership skills;
Strategic management skills;
Problem-solving skills;
Conflict management skills;
Communication skills;
Interpersonal skills;
Organizational skills;
Negotiation skills;
Team building; and Analytical skills.
Behavioral competencies/Attributes
Critical thinking;
Strategic thinking;
Ability to work under pressure;
Knowledge of statistical software for data entry, analysis, extraction and reporting;
Applications details:
Applicants should submit their applications (including scanned copies of academic and
professional certificates, testimonials, updated detailed CV and cover letter) in PDF format
indicating expected remuneration to the following email address: [email protected] by Friday, 13th
December 2024 at 5.00 p.m.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to disqualification
