Equity Bank is one of the region’s leading Banks whose purpose is to transform the lives and livelihoods of the people of Africa socially and economically by availing them modern, inclusive financial services that maximize their opportunities. With a strong footprint in Rwanda, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, DRC and South Sudan, Equity Bank is now home to nearly 20 million customers - the largest customer base in Africa. Currently, the Bank is seeking additional talent to serve as the Manager, Forensic and Fraud Prevention, whose holder reports to the Head of Security and Investigation.
MANAGER, FORENSIC AND FRAUD PREVENTION
Job Summary
The purpose of this job holder is to support the business to achieve its goals and strategic objectives through his/her Line Manager by ensuring effective and contemporary fraud management through fraud protection and forensic analysis..
Key Responsibilities and Accountability
- Perform forensic analysis on fraud-related incidents
- Forensic imaging of devices involved in fraud-related incidents.
- Implement and oversee monitoring systems to detect suspicious activities and potential fraud incidents promptly.
- Develop policies and procedures to prevent fraud activities and to recover any incurred losses.
- Collect necessary data to support investigations into suspected fraud cases, to be used by internal teams and external agencies if necessary.
- Establish and maintain relationships with law enforcement agencies to facilitate effective response to fraud incidents.
- Prepare reports on fraud incidents, trends, and mitigation efforts for senior management and regulatory bodies.
- Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements related to fraud prevention and detection.
- Develop effective fraud monitoring strategies and timely deploy these strategies across products and channels.
- Continuously improve the operational efficiency and effectiveness of fraud monitoring processes.
Qualification, Experience, Skills and Attributes
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or other related IT bachelor's degree.
- Proven working experience in a related field.
- Over 10 years of working experience with National Security Agencies.
- Five Years on Managerial level position.
- Good knowledge of fraud detection and investigation.
- Strong Communication and Negotiation skills.
- Display good interviewing and interrogation skills along with the capability of drafting reports.
- Security-oriented and results-driven attitude.
- Thorough knowledge of security policies & procedures.
- Strong analytical skills to interpret and evaluate cases and claims.
- Good understanding of the security industry.
- Good customer service skills.
- Result-driven attitude
- Strong Leadership skills
- Analytical skills in monitoring
- Experience in security management.
- Ingenuity and persistence to obtain case information not readily available, with an eye for detail
- Honest and ethical with high levels of integrity and confidentiality
If you meet the above requirements, submit your application by 06th September 2026. Please include an updated Curriculum Vitae, copies of the relevant certificates and testimonials.
All applications should be in soft copy and through the Link Indicated below, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted:
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Equity Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights, values, and what they bring to the workplace.
