Fraud Risk and Investigations Officer

JOB DETAILS: Background Housing Finance Bank is hiring a Fraud Risk and Investigations Officer (3) to investigate all known or suspected acts of fraud involving the Bank’s funds, property, employees, and customers as requested by senior management and /or Board and manage and thus mitigate fraud risk. Organisation Housing Finance Bank Duty Station Kampala, Uganda Key Duties and Responsibilities Receive complaints and allegations of misconduct and conduct preliminary inquiries in line with the investigation’s procedures manual. Review and analyse allegations and whistleblowing information to determine relevancy and reliability, conduct sensitive interviews and other investigative activities. Carry out analysis and prioritization of new allegations and whistle-blower information in line with established deadlines. Review and analyse the Bank’s financial data and IT systems for trends and potential red flags for fraudulent activity if any and report the findings. Prepare Investigation Reports relating to investigative findings, discuss and defend the findings, conclusions, and recommendations at Management/Disciplinary Committee. Maintain complaints Log Register and update it on and in accordance with recording requirements. Maintain a tracker of both on-going and completed investigations. Ensure compliance with chain of custody procedures, maintaining case records, testimony and evidence. Perform related work as assigned by Risk Management. Prepare and coordinate proactive fraud preventive measures to create awareness to the different stakeholders in the Bank. Perform related work as assigned by Risk Management Financial Responsibility N/A Qualifications, Skills and Experience A holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics, Accounting & Finance, Statistics, Computer Science from an accredited College/University. A Full or part qualification of Training Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) with sound financial knowledge, CISA shall be an added advantage. Experience in use of ACL or any similar data analysis tool shall be an added advantage. At least three years’ experience in financial crime investigations Cyber forensic investigation skills and analysis Business Behaviours Outstanding quantitative, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills with keenness for small details, critical thinking skill and judgement capabilities. Digital savvy with high agility in executing work. Strong interpersonal skills and a good team player. Good negotiation skills. Good communication skills both verbal and written. Personal commitment to meet or exceed all targets and objectives. Utmost professional integrity. Demonstrated ability to execute and deliver under challenging circumstances. Ability to work with minimal supervision.