- Vodacom Recruits Specialist: Anti-Money Laundering Operations
- Mara Group Job Vacancies(8 Positions)
- OFID (OPEC) Scholarship Award 2011 / 2012
Posted: 28 Mar 2011 03:19 AM PDT Specialist: Anti-Money Laundering Operations Reference Number PAM/PrincSpecAMLOper/SM/Mid Job Title: Principal Specialist: Anti-Money Laundering Operations Location: Midrand Job Level: 4 (Upper) Reports To: Group Executive: Anti-Money Laundering Advert release date: 23/03/2011 No. of Positions Available: 1 Response Deadline: 31/3/2011 Objectives: 1. Policies •Advise the business on the appropriate levels of Anti Money Laundering (AML) (which includes the prevention of terrorist financing) systems and controls to meet local and group policy requirements and implement relevant systems. •Ad hoc Analysis of projects within the group. 2. Compliance •Specify the requirements for developing new AML operations systems for managing the risk of money laundering and terrorist financing, •Develop and maintain an effective sanctions & Political Exposed Persons (PEPs) screening function. •Develop and maintain an effective Suspicious Activity Reporting Systems (SARS) management function. •Reporting incidents under anti-money laundering legislation to appropriate authorities. •Collaborate with Risk Group to identify and redress vulnerabilities in our systems to reduce loss entailing: * Threat assessment of money laundering: terrorist funding * Recommendations in relation to future preventative measures * Presentations to the Banking Partner by means of intelligence packages in order to enable them to brief the FIC and other relevant agencies; •Specify the requirements for the development of the Outlet Data management and monitoring system and implement it; •Implement and maintain the KYC Quality Assurance System •Present findings following analysis of reports generated from the above mentioned systems to AML where appropriate to the business, in appropriate form which can include: *Apprising managers, internal investigators by means of reports *Production of SARS for regulatory bodies and where necessary, for the Forensic Division *Apprising managers by means of reports and recommendations •Conduct strategic research as required in relation to high value / threat of AML issues. •Provide support to the business and improve relationship with internal (especially, but not exclusively, the Sales, Mpesa Operations and Forensic Services Divisions). 3. Monitoring •Follow up on audit recommendations to ensure corrective action is implemented. •Follow up on reports of suspicious activities and preparation of reports for review by the Principal Specialist: Systems Controls. •Follow up on KYC quality reports •Follow up on Outlets data reflecting non compliance 4. Evaluation, Training and Awareness •Train assigned staff on AML matters and systems •Periodically provide AML education & training awareness for new and existing staff and Outlets. •Liaison with other relevant organizations with AML functions for professional development and information sharing 5. Other Assignments •Any other task that may be assigned from time to time by the Chief Regulatory and Compliance Officer. Key Outputs: •AML Operational Manuals for AML operations systems developed and communicated to relevant staff and Outlets. •AML policies reviewed regularly to ensure that operational systems requirements sufficiently integrate all AML requirements requiring systems inputs or functionality, and ensure that changes are communicated to the affected staff and Outlets •Identification of system weakness and improvement opportunities. •Customers and Outlets are screened. PEPs and sanctioned individuals are identified and appropriate management systems put in place. •Suspicious activities are monitored and are immediately reported to the Principal Specialist: Systems and Controls. •Intelligence alerts. •KYC Quality Assurance system outputs are generated, analysed and reports given to business in required format. •Outlet data management and monitoring system outputs are analysed and reports given to business in prescribed format. •Appropriate recommendations are made to the business in the required format following analysis of reports generated from the AML Operations systems . •Team of analysts developed and maintained. Competencies: Skills: •Detailed orientated •Keen mind and positive outlook •Conscientious •High degree of personal integrity •Demonstrable numerical skills •Analytical Skills •Knowledge of techniques to identify indicators of terrorist funding. •Problem Solving Skills •Excel – Expert •i.2 – Expert Knowledge of •AML and terrorist financing laws and standards •AML, Fraud and anti-terrorist financing best corporate practice •AML screening tools Attributes •Accountable •High levels of Integrity •Accuracy •Attention to detail •Team Player •Adaptable •Initiative •Result driven •Customer focused •Meeting deadlines •Innovative Requirements: Qualifications: •An LLB or a four year degree in finance, economics or business administration, in which case an additional diploma or certificate in AML or Compliance (which includes an AML module) will be an advantage; OR •A three year degree in finance, economics or business administration, in which case an additional diploma in AML or Compliance (which includes an AML module) is a requirement; Experience: •8 years of legal experience or experience in compliance, which includes a minimum of 4 years in a telecommunications, banking and/or a legal environment with specialist experience in AML. Employment Equity: The Company’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process. As an Equal Opportunities employer, we actively encourage and welcome people with various disabilities to apply. APPLY NOW |
Posted: 28 Mar 2011 03:03 AM PDT Working at Mara Group is a fast-paced and dynamic experience. We tend to recruit people who are energetic, like to be given responsibility, who thrive under pressure, enjoy being given the freedom to try new ideas, and who can hit the ground running. If this sound like you and you are ready for a new challenge we would like to hear from you. Current Vacancies: * Group Financial Director * Group People (HR) Director * Group Legal Manager * Group Communications Director * Financial Controller * Data Centre and Solutions Sales Person – Data Centre Speciality : Business Development * Sales Representative – Business Development Manager : Corporate * Riley Packaging – Business Development Executive How to Apply Please send your C.V with a covering letter explaining why you want to work for us and what you have to offer to careers@mara-group.com |
Posted: 28 Mar 2011 01:08 AM PDT OFID (The OPEC Fund for International Development ) is pleased to announce that qualified applicants who have obtained or are on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree and who wish to study for a Master’s degree are welcome to apply for the OFID Scholarship 2011/2012. The OFID scholarship will be awarded to support one student or candidate for Master’s degree studies. The applicant may be from any developing country, and he/she must first obtain admission to pursue a Master’s degree studies in a relevant field of development, in any recognized university/college in the world. Through its scholarship scheme, OFID aims to help highly motivated, highly-driven individuals overcome one of the biggest challenges to their careers – the cost of graduate studies. The winner of the OFID Scholarship Award will receive a scholarship of up to US$100,000. The funds will be spread over a maximum of two years, toward the completion of a Master’s degree, or its equivalent, at an accredited educational institution, starting in the autumn of the academic year 2011/2012. » Application Guidelines » Eligibility Criteria » Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund » Required documents » Eligible Countries Application Guidelines STEP 1: Ensure that you fulfill the OFID Scholarship Award Eligibility Criteria. STEP 2: Register within the OFID Scholarship Portal by using your email address. Please note you can log into the portal as many times as required. STEP 3: Fill out the application form. Make sure to save data each time you update your application. Once you are logged in, if the page remains inactive for more than two hours, your session will time-out and you may lose unsaved data. Do not submit your application until you have completed the entire application process! STEP 4: Upload necessary documents; CV, two recommendation letters, Bachelor’s certificate/transcript, acceptance letter into postgraduate program and essay. STEP 5: When your application is complete, and all additional documents are uploaded, your application is ready to be submitted. As mentioned previously, once your application is submitted, you can no longer make any changes or upload any more documents. The application deadline is June 4, 2011. Please do not call or email OFID to see if your application has been received (you will, in any case, receive an automated confirmation) or to inquire about your status. Only the winner will be notified by June 14 via our website at www.ofid.org. I. Eligibility Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application. Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent. Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its equivalent. Must be matriculated at an accredited university for the upcoming academic year starting August/September 2011, and must maintain full-time status for the duration of the Master’s Degree. Must be a national of a developing country (please see list of eligible countries below) Must select a subject of study that pertains to OFID’s core mission, such as: economics of development (poverty reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or other related science and technology fields. PLEASE NOTE: Kindly read ALL of the directions below before proceeding with the application process: Applicants are responsible for gathering and submitting all necessary information. Applications will be evaluated based on the information provided. Therefore, all questions should be answered as thoroughly as possible. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Once an application has been submitted, no changes will be allowed on it. OFID will not consider applications received through a third party. Please do not call or email OFID to ask if your application has been received, or to inquire about your status. Please note that only the winner will be notified. All materials submitted become the property of OFID and will not be returned to the applicant. Applicants must complete the on-line application. Within the on-line application, applicants must upload the required documents as listed below in Section III. All materials including the on-line application, recommendations, and other required information must be received no later than June 4, 2011. II. Disbursement of the Scholarship Fund The terms and conditions of payment will be determined in coordination with the student upon his/her selection in accordance with the following guidelines: The tuition fees, including any supplementary examination fees, as may be required by the academic institution, will be paid by OFID directly to the academic institution. Health insurance will be paid in accordance with the institution’s own standard medical scheme. A monthly allowance to cover living expenses, books and accommodation, will be transferred to the student’s own personal bank account on a quarterly basis. Prior to the start of his/her first year studies, the student will be paid a relocation grant, equal to two-month allowance. OFID will also pay for travel costs from the nearest airport to the student’s place of residence, to the nearest airport to the chosen place of study. Upon completion of the studies, the student will be paid the cost of one-way air ticket to his/her home country. III. Required documents A completed on-line application form. A scanned copy of the last university degree or certificate. A scanned letter of acceptance from your chosen educational institution, confirming your admission, subject of study and duration of the Master’s degree program (must not exceed a maximum of two years). A proof of meeting any prerequisites, including language proficiency. A short essay – of about 500 words in English – giving reasons for applying for the OFID scholarship, explaining your educational goals, and clearly describing how you will use the experience gained from your Master’s degree studies to help in the development of your home country. Two letters of recommendation from professors and/or lecturers at applicant’s present university. Curriculum Vitae (CV). Eligible Countries * In addition to nationals of OFID Member States (Algeria, Gabon, Indonesia, Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, GSP Libyan AJ, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Venezuela), nationals of the following countries are also eligible: Africa: Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burundi, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Central African Republic, Comoros, Congo DR , Republic of Congo, Cote d’lvoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé & Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe Asia and the Middle East: Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Bahrain, Bhutan, Cambodia, Fiji, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, Korea D P R, Kyrgyz Republic, Lao PDR, Lebanon, Maldives, Moldova, Mongolia, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Palestine, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Samoa, Solomon Islands, Sri Lanka, Syria, Tajikistan, Thailand, Tonga, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen Latin America and the Caribbean: Antigua Barbuda, Belize, Barbados, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Grenada, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guyana, Haiti, Dominica, Dominican Republic, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Nicaragua, Paraguay, Peru, Panama, St. Christopher, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Suriname, Uruguay Europe: Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo |
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