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Anti-Money Laundering Analyst job at Safaricom PLC | Apply Now
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About the Organisation
Safaricom PLC is the leading telecommunication company in East Africa with over 42 million customers. The company’s purpose is to transform lives by connecting people to people, people to opportunities, and people to information. Safaricom supports over one million jobs directly and indirectly, with an estimated economic value of KES 362 Billion ($3.2 billion) in 2021. Established in 1997, listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange, and well known for innovations such as M-PESA, Safaricom continues to drive growth through technology, digitalization, and customer-focused solutions.
Nairobi, Kenya
Full Time
Job Title
Anti-Money Laundering Analyst job at Safaricom PLC
Safaricom PLC
Job Description
Reporting to the Chapter Lead, Money Laundering Reporting Office, the role holder will be responsible for maintaining and strengthening Safaricom’s AML/CTF/CPF controls. The position involves transaction monitoring, suspicious activity reporting, customer due diligence, regulatory compliance, training, and supporting automation of AML/CTF/CPF controls. The analyst will also work with internal stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and external partners to mitigate financial crime risks, enhance fraud detection, and ensure adherence to the Proceeds of Crime & Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2009.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Develop and maintain effective AML/CTF/CPF monitoring and analytical functions.
Ensure compliance in subscriber registration, agent, staff, and supplier due diligence.
Maintain knowledge of AML/CTF/CPF regulations and update internal policies.
Manage due diligence, watch list screening, transaction monitoring, and reporting programs.
Support the development of fraud detection rules, models, and automation.
Conduct product and service risk assessments, reviews, and investigations.
Collaborate with Data Science teams to build AML/CTF/CPF detection models.
Provide insights to improve customer onboarding, product design, and processes.
Prepare integrated reports capturing performance metrics and compliance levels.
Deliver AML/CTF/CPF training and awareness programs across operational functions.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Relevant degree in Business, IT, Engineering, or related field.
Professional certifications in AML/CTF/CPF, Data Science, or AI (advantageous).
Knowledge of payment services, money laundering techniques, and regulations.
At least 3 years’ experience in software development, data science, or AML/CTF compliance.
Strong competencies in data analysis using big data tools (Apache Hadoop, Spark, Power BI).
Technical proficiency in programming languages and platforms (C#, Java, Python, SQL, Oracle, Cloud services).
Familiarity with Agile methodology, machine learning, and fraud detection systems.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
High professional and ethical standards.
How to Apply
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS:
Interested and qualified candidates are advised that all applications should be submitted online.
To apply please click on the APPLY button below.
