M-Pesa Operational Risk & Analytics Specialist (Fintech)

Location: Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo

Company

hirify.global operates M-Pesa digital financial services and requires operational risk oversight across the organization.

What you will do

• Support the implementation and continuous improvement of the operational risk management framework.
• Coordinate periodic risk and control self-assessments across the business.
• Assess operational risks associated with new products, services, technologies, partnerships, and initiatives.
• Identify emerging risks through horizon scanning and environmental monitoring.
• Maintain the enterprise operational risk register and coordinate operational risk event and loss data analysis.
• Provide second-line oversight, challenge, escalation, and mitigation support for operational risks and incidents.

Requirements

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience, including at least 2 years in risk management, controls, or audit.
• Experience in risk management, financial operations controls, and familiarity with financial industry compliance standards and regulations.
• Understanding of financial products, digital services, IT environments, business impacts, and brand exposures.
• Strong analytical, planning, communication, presentation, stakeholder engagement, and networking skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Copilot 365 and business intelligence tools.

Nice to have

• Professional risk management or related certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Second-line risk oversight with a focus on operational resilience and regulatory compliance.
• Performance is measured through timely reviews, improved risk metrics, and effective mitigation of emerging risks and incidents.