ICT Risk and Compliance Specialist at Coop Bank Tanzania

The ICT Risk and Compliance Specialist will support the Bank in identifying, assessing, and managing risks, particularly ICT-related and operational risks while ensuring full compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. The role will also leverage data analytics to strengthen risk monitoring and enhance decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Conduct risk assessments covering operational, ICT, compliance and regulatory risks.
• Implement and monitor ICT risk management frameworks, policies and procedures.
• Support internal audits related to ICT systems, cybersecurity and data governance.
• Monitor compliance with Bank of Tanzania (BoT) regulations and other applicable laws.
• Use data analytics and visualization tools to identify risk trends and provide insights.
• Prepare high-quality reports on risk exposures, compliance status and audit findings.
• Provide advisory support to business units on risk mitigation and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to building a culture of compliance and risk awareness across the Bank.
• Assist in the design and implementation of training programs on compliance and ICT risk.
• Support continuous improvement of risk and compliance systems and processes.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Banking, Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.

Professional Certification

• At least one of the following: CISA, CIA, CPA or an equivalent professional certification.

Experience

• 3–5 years of experience in risk management, compliance, ICT risk/audit, or internal audit preferably within the banking or financial services sector or Big 4.
• Proven knowledge of Bank of Tanzania regulations, ICT risk management frameworks and data analytics tools.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing ICT risk controls and conducting technology-related audits.

Skills

• Strong analytical and investigative skills, with ability to apply data analytics in risk and compliance monitoring.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau), as well as relevant risk/compliance management systems.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• High ethical standards, integrity, and keen attention to detail.

Skills Required

• Interpersonal Skills.
• Reporting, Research and Analysis
• intergrity
• Communication Skills