Senior Manager – Risk, Governance and PMO at Rose Avenue Group

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure alignment of IT strategies, initiatives, and policies with the bank’s business objectives and regulatory expectations.
• Oversee IT risk management, including identification, assessment, mitigation, and reporting of technology risks.
• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of IT governance frameworks, policies, and compliance programs.
• Provide oversight of IT projects and PMO activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery.
• Coordinate and support regulatory reviews and IT audits, ensuring compliance with CBK guidelines, the Data Protection Act, and other applicable standards.
• Drive closure of audit findings and continuous improvement of IT control effectiveness.
• Monitor and report IT performance, governance maturity, and key risk indicators.
• Review system designs and major technology initiatives to ensure alignment with organizational standards, scalability, and security requirements.
• Champion a culture of proactive risk management, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence within the IT department.

Job Complexity / Judgment

• Ability to balance strategic IT objectives with operational needs, regulatory obligations, and business priorities.
• Exercise sound judgment in balancing security, compliance, and operational continuity during decision-making.
• Analyze complex situations and prioritize technology initiatives, resources, and project timelines effectively.
• Interpret regulatory and policy requirements and translate them into practical IT governance and security controls.
• Apply IT audit findings, regulatory requirements, and risk frameworks to strengthen controls and governance.
• Evaluate the impact of technology changes, new systems, and projects on overall risk and security posture.
• Guide project teams in integrating risk management and security controls throughout the project lifecycle.

Other Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• Master’s degree in Information Systems, Risk Management, or Business Administration (MBA) is an added advantage.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience in IT governance, risk management, security, and project delivery within banking or financial services.