Cairo Bank is hiring a Chief Compliance Officer responsible for planning, developing, implementing, monitoring and managing compliance risk in line with the laws, Regulations and Prudential standards, including internal policies and procedures.

Reports To

Managing Director

Department

Compliance Department

Key Responsibilities

• Developing, implementing and monitoring the Compliance risk management program of the Bank in line with Laws, Regulations, Prudential Standards and Internal Policies and Procedures.
• Advising management and staff on compliance risk management through engagements, compliance reviews, training and other formal communications.
• Documenting and reporting of compliance risk management activities to Management and Board of Directors, including any other stakeholders as and when required in the interest of Cairo Bank Uganda.
• Implementation of Internal and External Audit Recommendations, Bank of Uganda Directives and Board of Directors Resolutions.
• Money Laundering Control Officer of the Bank with responsibilities as highlighted in the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2013 and related regulations and guidelines.
• Performing any other duties as assigned by the Managing Director and his lawful agents in furthering the business of Cairo Bank Uganda to achieve the stated goals and objectives of shareholders and stakeholders.

Education.

• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university and professional training relevant to the role.
• A Master’s degree is an added advantage.

Experience.

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in a similar role, 5 of which should be at Manager Level or above in a supervised financial institution by the Bank of Uganda.
• Excellent knowledge of financial institutions’ operations and the Regulations of supervised financial institutions in Uganda.

Skills And Competencies.

• Excellent knowledge of financial institutions’ business.
• Proper understanding of Banking laws and regulations,s and other regulatory requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• An analytical mind, good attention to detail, problem-solving, good time management skills and the ability to multitask work under pressure.
• Proficiency in computer applications

Interested candidates should submit their application letters, along with their curriculum vitae, to the Head of Human Resources at recruitment@cbu.co.ug by 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 15th October 2025.