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Risk Officer

HarareTechnology 0 2 1 vacancy Closes 28 Jul 2026

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

  • Minimum of 3 years' relevant experience in risk management, compliance, audit, or a related field.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Risk Identification & Assessment

  • Identify, assess, and document operational, financial, compliance, and strategic risks across departments.

  • Maintain and regularly update the company's risk register.

  • Conduct risk assessments for new products, projects, and business initiatives.

Risk Monitoring & Reporting

  • Monitor key risk indicators and escalate emerging risks to management.

  • Prepare periodic risk reports for management and, where applicable, the board.

  • Track remediation of identified risks and control weaknesses.

Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Support the design, implementation, and review of internal controls across business processes.

  • Conduct compliance checks against company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.

  • Assist in fraud prevention and detection initiatives.

Business Continuity & Incident Management

  • Support the development and testing of business continuity and disaster recovery plans.

  • Investigate risk incidents, losses, or control breaches, and recommend corrective actions.

Training & Awareness

  • Promote a strong risk-aware culture through training and awareness sessions.

  • Advise departments on risk mitigation strategies for day-to-day operations.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Sound understanding of risk management frameworks and internal controls.

  • High attention to detail and integrity.

  • Good report-writing and presentation skills.

  • Ability to work independently and influence stakeholders at all levels.