A new full time opportunity for a Compliance Officer has been announced by Amanah Insurance in Hargeisa. The successful candidate will bring strong Planning And Coordination experience spanning at least 1 - 2 years. This position closes on May, 30. Apply now to be considered.
Job Description
Position:
Compliance Officer
Department:
Compliance
Location:
Amanah Insurance
Reports To:
CEO and CFO
Job Summary
The Compliance Officer is responsible for supporting Amanah Insurance in meeting its regulatory, policy, and ethical obligations across its operations. The role helps strengthen internal compliance practices, supports monitoring and reporting activities, and promotes a culture of integrity, accountability, and responsible business conduct. The position works closely with management and relevant departments on assigned compliance, control, and regulatory matters.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Regulatory Compliance
Policy Implementation and Internal Compliance Support
Monitoring, Reviews, and Reporting
AML, KYC, and Ethical Conduct
Training and Awareness
- Support compliance with applicable insurance laws, regulations, and regulatory requirements.
- Assist in preparing and submitting regulatory and statutory reports within required deadlines.
- Maintain proper records of regulatory filings, compliance obligations, and official correspondence.
- Monitor relevant regulatory developments and highlight key changes to management.
- Support communication and follow-up with regulators on compliance-related matters.
- Assist in implementing compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls across the business.
- Support the review and update of compliance-related policies, registers, and working documents.
- Help ensure day-to-day business activities are aligned with internal policies and regulatory expectations.
- Promote awareness of compliance responsibilities across departments.
- Support the documentation of compliance processes and control activities.
- Assist in conducting compliance checks, monitoring reviews, and internal control assessments.
- Track compliance issues, breaches, and corrective actions to support timely closure.
- Prepare compliance reports, summaries, and status updates for management review.
- Maintain accurate and organized compliance records and action trackers.
- Support internal and external audit processes relating to compliance matters.
- Support implementation of Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Know Your Customer (KYC), and due diligence requirements.
- Assist in reviewing customer and operational documentation for compliance completeness.
- Help identify and escalate unusual transactions, documentation gaps, or control concerns.
- Support compliance with internal ethical standards, codes of conduct, and reporting channels.
- Handle sensitive compliance matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Coordinate compliance awareness and staff training activities.
- Support the preparation of guidance notes, presentations, and internal compliance communications.
- Track completion of mandatory compliance and AML/KYC training requirements.
- Provide basic compliance guidance to staff on routine procedures and obligations.
- Promote a positive culture of compliance, accountability, and good governance.
About Hargeisa
Hargeisa is the capital and largest city of Somaliland, serving as the region's main economic and administrative hub. The city is home to a growing number of international organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies, making it a key employment center in the Horn of Africa. Professionals relocating to Hargeisa will find a dynamic and rapidly developing urban environment.
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