Assistant Manager: AML/CFT/CPF - Securities and Exchange Commission

Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana is seeking to recruit an Assistant Manager, AML/CFT/CPF.

Job Purpose:

To provide general support in supervising AML/CFT/CPF Compliance by Market Operators.

Major Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Participate in the conduct of Anti-Money Laundering/Countering Terrorist Financing/Countering Proliferation Financing (AML/CFT/CPF) off-site inspections.
• Participate in the conduct of (AML/CFT/CPF) onsite inspections.
• Assist in the design of AML/CFT/CPF training programs for Anti-Money Laundering Reporting Officers (AMLROs).
• Participate in the periodic revision of (AML/CFT/CPF Guidelines and Administrative sanctions.
• Participate in National Risk Assessment and Mutual Evaluation Programmes.
• Respond to FIC and GIABA requests.
• Participate in compiling ML/TF/PF typologies.
• Design a database of PEPs within the Securities.
• Performs any other duties within the scope and intent of the job as may be required from time to time by the Commission.

Qualification Required & Experience

Educational Qualification and Experience:

• First Degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Data Analysis, Data Science or any other related field of study.
• Master’s degree in a relevant field and evidence of |Professional Certification/Training in AML/CFT/CPF will be an advantage.
• A minimum of six (6) years post-qualification working experience in a similar position and environment.

Competencies Required for the Position:

• Strong understanding and knowledge of the capital market industry its products and services and the role of market participants in the securities Industry law and Regulations.
• Strong understanding of emerging cryptocurrency, crypto assets, crypto platforms, Artificial Intelligence and social media.
• Computer Literacy and IT skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to actively listen, probe and interpret information and to present complete, technical information orally and in writing coherently, concisely, and persuasively.
• Excellent presentation and facilitation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Trustworthiness – ability to conduct oneself in a manner which elicits trust, respect, and confidence.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong ethical and professional skills.

Location: Accra