Manager – Testing (Data & Analytics)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Plan and execute assigned independent compliance testing engagements and risk-based control assessments.

Write SQL queries and Python, R or SAS scripts for population analysis, sampling and exception detection.

Reconcile source data, test completeness, document extraction logic and ensure reproducibility.

Test KYC, CDD/EDD, UBO, customer risk rating, transaction monitoring, sanctions screening and regulatory reporting controls.

Validate exceptions, analyse root causes, document evidence and recommend remediation.

Maintain dashboards, scripts, version control, quality-assured working papers and secure data handling.

Supervise and coach analysts and deliver assignments to agreed timelines.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Prepare test plans, scoping documents and test scripts in line with the approved testing methodology.

Develop accurate, documented and reusable SQL and analytics scripts for testing.

Reconcile extracted data to source systems and document data completeness and accuracy checks.

Perform full-population and sample-based testing of financial crime and regulatory controls.

Validate exceptions with control owners and confirm the accuracy of findings before reporting.

Perform root cause analysis and propose practical remediation recommendations.

Prepare quality-assured working papers that support reperformance and independent review.

Draft testing reports with clear findings, severity ratings and agreed management actions.

Validate remediation evidence and support independent closure of findings.

Maintain dashboards and continuous monitoring routines assigned to the team.

Ensure secure handling, storage and disposal of customer and confidential data in line with the Data Protection Act and Bank policies.

Supervise and coach analysts and maintain quality standards for team outputs.

CORE COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Good knowledge of Kenyan banking regulation, AML/CFT/CPF requirements and financial crime controls.

Strong practical SQL capability and proficiency in Python, R, SAS or comparable analytics tools.

Working knowledge of Power BI or similar data visualisation tools.

Understanding of statistical sampling, data reconciliation and reproducible testing.

Strong analytical, problem-solving and attention-to-detail capabilities.

Clear working paper documentation and report writing skills.

Effective stakeholder engagement and constructive challenge capability.

Supervisory, coaching and team development skills.

High integrity, independence and professional scepticism.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum 7 years’ experience in Compliance Testing, Internal Audit, Financial Crime Compliance, Risk or Data Analytics within the financial services sector.

At least 3 years’ experience in a supervisory or senior specialist role.

Demonstrated experience executing data-driven control testing using SQL and analytics tools.

Experience documenting evidence-based findings and validating remediation.

Prior experience in a Tier 1 bank and familiarity with CBK and FRC supervisory expectations will be an added advantage.

ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics, Statistics, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science or a related field.

Master’s degree in a relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

Professional certifications such as CISA, CIA, CAMS, CPA(K) or recognised data analytics certifications.

Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development in compliance testing and data analytics.