Risk & Compliance Manager Job at MKOBO MICROFINANCE BANK 2019

Risk & Compliance Manager Job at MKOBO MICROFINANCE BANK

MKOBO is a fully licensed Microfinance bank by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) in Lagos, Nigeria. MKOBO was conceived to help solve consumers’ need for access to short-term emergency credit. Our goal is to provide access to short term unsecured loans, which is easily accessible. We cater to the demography currently undeserved by the Commercial banks in our aim to help increase financial inclusion of the Nigerian population.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Risk & Compliance Manager
Job Location: Lagos
Purpose of the Position

• The primary purpose of this position centers on ensuring the Bank’s risks are properly managed, the development and implementation of risk and compliance strategies or programs in order to find appropriate balance in all forms of credit and operational risks while also ensuring regulatory compliance. The position covers the following areas:
  • Risk Management (credit and non-credit risk)
  • AML (Anti Money Laundering)
  • Enterprise Risk
  • Fraud Prevention and detection
  • Business Continuity
  • Compliance.

Key Functions

• Oversee and enforce risk management policies, including Credit Manual, Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Manual and Policy, and monitor compliance with these policies.
• Develop appropriate Risk Management strategies/tools and disseminate appropriate risk management practices in line with developments in business products, change in clients, markets/industry, laws and regulations.
• Own and ensure that the KYC/AML & CTF policies are kept up to date in line with CBN’s / FATF regulations.
• Ensure that Members of Staff are familiar with the KYC/AML & CTF regulations pertinent to their jobs.
• Carry out internal training / refresher training for all staff to ensure that they suitably trained.
• Provide an independent review of proposed business plans which include risks identified to the Board Risk Committee and Executive Committee.
• Manage a comprehensive KYC/AML/CTF Compliance program for the company in line with local regulations and internal policy requirements.
• Developing systems to generate a robust system to identify, monitor, manage and control credit, market and operational risks.
• Act as the champion of risk management for the Company and help improve Management team understanding of key risk identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting and mitigation.
• Monitor and manage the performance and development of direct reports.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of Degree in Finance, Economic, Business Administration etc. from a reputable University and Post graduate degree an added advantage
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in risk management, internal control, compliance or audit in financial services industry/sector.
• Experience of development of policy documents added advantage
• Highly proficient with MS Office.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should forward their Applications to: silver_peace89@yahoo.com with the subject as "Risk Manager".

Quentin Bryce Law Scholarship & Teaching Fellowship At UTS, Australia 2020

Applications are invited for the Quentin Bryce Law Scholarship & Teaching Fellowship Program which will be provided to Individuals who are interested in undergoing a degree program at University of Technology Sydney, Australia
This program is created to promote and reward quality research within the faculty. A Quentin Bryce Law Doctoral Scholarship will enable you to undertake your PhD in a faculty which has a dynamic and vibrant research culture and to work with nationally and internationally recognized academic supervisors.

Offered annually? Yes
Eligible Countries: International
Type: Doctoral, fellowship
Value Of Study: 

• A stipend of $40,000 per annum for 4 years
• A research support fund of $1,500 per annum
• Paid holiday, sick, maternity, and parenting leave
• Possibility of appointment as a Doctoral Teaching Fellow ($25,000 per year in addition to the QBLD scholarship)

Eligible Field Of Study: Law
Eligibility:

• Applicants must have completed a Masters Degree by research or a Bachelor Degree with first class honours, or be regarded by the University as having an equivalent level of attainment.
• Applicants must be International students
• Applicants must have completed their Masters and Undergraduate degree program
• Applicants must be fluent in English language

Application Process: Applicants must first complete the faculty’s mandatory pre-assessment process to determine eligibility for the PhD program. Please see our pre-assessment information here. There is no separate application process, but students who meet the selection criteria will be invited to an interview in the Faculty of Law.
Visit The Official Website For More Information
Application Deadline: 15th January 2020

International Excellence funding for Graduate Students at the University of Alberta 2020

International Excellence funding for Graduate Students at the University of Alberta

The new excellence scholarship is available for outstanding academic achievement of students pursuing graduate studies in Alberta.
Course Level: Master or Doctoral program
Award: $12,000
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: Varies
Nationality: International and domestic students
The award can be taken in Canada

Eligibility
Eligible Countries: International and domestic students can apply for this application .
Acceptable Course or Subjects: The sponsorship will be awarded in any Master or Doctoral degree subject offered by the university.
Admissible Criteria: To be eligible, students must meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Applicants must be a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or an international student
• Candidates must be living in Alberta (student must have a current Alberta mailing address in Bear Tracks)
• Students must have earned a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.5 or greater over the most recent 15 units of course weight
• Candidates must be registered full-time during the tenure of the fellowship Fall 2019 and/or Winter 2020
• Holders must be registered in years 1-4 of the master’s program or years 1-6 of the doctoral program during the tenure of the program

How to Apply: Applicants need to take admission to this university. After taking students must be must complete the Alberta Graduate Excellence Scholarship (AGES) Student Declaration formand submit it to their home department by their internal deadline.

• Supporting Documents: Student information, activity summary, two letters of reference, and transcript at the university.
• Admission Requirements:Applicants must have an admission average of 80% or higher on coursework.
• Language Requirement: International students have English language proficiency in leaning, writing, reading, speaking.
• Benefits: The university will provide the $12,000 award amount for their students.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: January 16, 2020

Domestic and International Awards for Postgraduates at University of Auckland in New Zealand 2019/2020

Domestic and International Awards for Postgraduates at University of Auckland in New Zealand

The University of Auckland is pleased to announce the Postgraduate Awards to encourage high-calibre applicants for academic study in New Zealand.
The Auckland Law School Postgraduate Awards are open for the domestic and international students who will commence a master’s degree coursework at the Auckland Law School.

Course Level: Postgraduate
Award: NZ$10,000
Number of Awards: Up to five
Access Mode: Online
Nationality: New Zealand and International
The award can be taken in New Zealand
Eligibility

• Eligible Countries: Applications are open for overseas students
• Eligible Course or Subjects: Master of Laws, Master of Legal Studies and Master of Taxation Studies at the Auckland Law School.
• Eligibility Criteria: Applicants are required to enroll in the postgraduate degree program in Laws, Legal Studies and Taxation Studies

Method of Application: Firstly, candidates are needed to register in the master’s degree program at the University of Auckland. After applying, application for the award shall be made in writing to- Faculty of Law University of Auckland Private Bag 92019 Auckland 1142.
Supporting Documents: Candidates have to provide the following documents:

• Copies of your official university transcripts including the grades of all courses completed.
• A current CV, including the names and contact details of two academic referees.
• A cover letter
• Copy of passport(for international students)

Admission Requirements: You are advised to check the minimum entry requirements of the university.
Language Requirement: Students from outside the home country will often need to meet specific English language requirements in order to be able to study at the university.

Benefits

The University of Auckland is awarding up to five awards to encourage and support academically outstanding students to undertake a master study. The awards will cover a substantial amount worth NZ$10,000 of the recipients’ costs.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: 30 January and 30 June of every academic year

International Scholarships for Postgraduates at Abertay University, 2020/2021

The scholarship is for all prospective new international (non-EU) taught postgraduate (MSc/MProf) students at Abertay University.
Abertay Scholarships are awarded as a cash award, payable into your bank account usually in two instalments each year spread across the number of years of the course. The Scholarship is of a fixed value, and will not increase with inflation. It is awarded for the full length of the course but is not payable for repeat years of study.

For students starting in September 2020, you will receive your scholarship in equal instalments in January and April. For students starting in January 2021, you will receive your scholarship in equal instalments in April and September.
International Postgraduate Abertay Scholarships Value: scholarship of £3,000 is awarded.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible you must meet all of the following conditions:

• Have been classified as international (overseas) fee status by Abertay University.
• Have registered with Abertay University as a full-time student for your first postgraduate degree. Applicants who already hold a UK postgraduate degree are not eligible.
• Have met all the academic conditions attached to your offer of admission as a full-time student in September 2020 or January 2021.
• Have obtained the equivalent of 2:1 UK Bachelors degree or above.

Method of Application:
No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study, and your personal statement.
If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded an Abertay International Scholarship you will be notified by email following your offer of study, by July 1. Should you apply after this date, you will be considered in the second round of scholarship awards, by August 23. Please continue to check your inbox once you have received your offer of study from Abertay, or if you have any questions about the awards, please contact Doug Watters, international@abertay.ac.uk
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Graduate Scholarships at Pokhara University in Nepal 2019

Graduate Scholarships at Pokhara University in Nepal

The study award provides scholarships to 10 percent of approved quota of students in affiliated Colleges and 20 percent in constituent schools. The graduates from government and non-government schools or colleges are eligible to apply for programmes and financial supports.
Course Level: Graduate
Award: Education fund
Access Mode: Online
Number of Awards: Varies
Nationality: Domestic Students
The award can be taken in Nepal

Eligible Countries: Domestic students can apply for this application .
Acceptable Course or Subjects: The sponsorship will be awarded in any graduate degree subject offered by the university.
Admissible Criteria: The graduates from government and non-government schools or colleges are eligible to apply for scholarships and financial supports.
How to Apply: Applicants need to take admission to the university. After taking admission, all students must be complete the application form to apply for this study program.

• Language Requirements: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a good command of the English language for the opportunity .
• Benefits: The PU Scholarship Selection Examination decides to award scholarships based on applicants’ credentials, economic background, examination followed by an interview.

Apply Now

Application Deadline: Applications are open

Finance Officer Job at People Capacity Management 2019

Finance Officer Job at People Capacity Management

People Capacity Management - Our client is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Position: Finance Officer
Job Location: Lagos
Job Responsibilities

• Preparation of bank instructions
• Managing petty cash
• Review of supplier invoices received
• Ensure customer bills are dispatched promptly
• Follow up with customers on payment
• Liaising with Account Manager on the position of the company account
• Responsible for lodging cheques with the bank
• Maintain General ledger
• Accuracy of transactions posted must be checked
• Daily update of bank transaction
• Carry out bank reconciliation
• Ensure remittance of statutory taxes, such as VAT, WHT, PAYEE, NSITF etc
• Weekly Management report
• Updating Customer account with invoices and receivables
• Carrying out weekly vendor account reconciliation
• Assist with other administrative tasks as required.

Job Requirements

• Accounting / Economics graduate with 1-3 years working experience
• A member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria.
• Attention to details
• Self Starter
• Must be able to work with a team
• Must be willing to work outside the working hours
• Must be able to work under pressure
• Must be between 25 year-30 years.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: stouchservices@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.