Job Opportunities at Kuda Bank

Role Overview

• We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Internal Auditor to join our team on a 12 months maternity cover contract. The successful candidate will support the Internal Audit function in ensuring the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes while safeguarding the integrity of financial and operational activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in executing the approved internal audit plan by conducting risk-based audits across operational, financial, and other business functions
• Perform control testing and compliance reviews to assess adherence to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry best practices.
• Identify gaps, weaknesses, and inefficiencies in business processes and recommend appropriate remedial actions.
• Conduct ad hoc reviews based on emerging risks or management requests
• Ensure compliance with Regulatory Guidelines for MFB operations and digital banking activities.
• Assist in monitoring fraud risks, cyber risks, and third-party risks, providing recommendations for mitigation.
• Prepare audit reports with clear findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations for process improvements.
• Engage with process owners and department heads to discuss audit observations and agree on corrective action plans.
• Track and follow up on audit findings to ensure timely implementation of corrective actions.
• Support the CAE and senior management with periodic reports on audit activities and key risks
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, automation, and governance.
• Provide advisory support on new products, system changes, and business expansions from a risk and controls perspective.
• Assist in developing and updating audit programs, task trackers, work papers, e.t.c

Requirements

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field.
• 0-3 years experience in an Internal Audit role
• ACA/ACCA certification is an added advantage.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Logical approach to identifying and evaluating issues and problem solving
• Displays awareness of the need for confidentiality in sensitive matters
• Fintech experience is an added advantage.

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Role Overview

• We are seeking an IT Audit Officer to support our audit team on a 12 month maternity contract. The successful candidate will support in assessing IT systems, applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls. The role involves conducting risk assessments, reviewing IT policies for compliance with regulatory standards, and identifying control gaps to recommend improvements.

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing IT audits of applications, infrastructure, and cybersecurity controls.
• Help in the review of IT policies, procedures, and compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., CBN, ISO 27001, PCI-DSS).
• Conduct walkthroughs and risk assessments of IT systems and processes.
• Support the audit team in identifying control gaps and recommending process improvements.
• Document audit findings using Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, etc., for reporting and presentations.
• Participate in the follow-up process to ensure timely implementation of audit recommendations.
• Engage in cross-functional reviews—financial, operations, compliance, IT, and investigation.

Requirements

• 0-3 years’ experience in an Internal Audit role
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Accounting, or a related field.
• Basic understanding of IT Controls, Information Security, or IT audit roles within the financial services industry.
• Familiarity with auditing frameworks (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001) will be an advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency using Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Meet, Forms).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards in auditing.

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Role Overview

• We are looking for a skilled Business Development Manager - Partnerships (Consumer) to drive the growth of Kuda Premium by negotiating and closing high-impact, mutually beneficial partnerships. This role is critical in expanding our network of merchant partners and delivering exclusive value to our premium customers.
• The ideal candidate will be a strategic dealmaker with a proven ability to identify, negotiate, and execute partnerships that enhance customer engagement and revenue growth. They will be responsible for sourcing and structuring partnerships, optimizing incentive-driven programs such as cashback and rewards, and ensuring seamless integrations that maximize value for both Kuda and its partners.
• Success in this role requires a strong commercial mindset, deep experience in strategic partnerships, and the ability to navigate complex negotiations to secure long-term, profitable collaborations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic partnership initiatives to drive business growth, with a primary focus on securing and managing merchant partnerships in the retail, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors.
• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize new partnership opportunities by leveraging market research, industry trends, competitive analysis, and customer insights.
• Lead negotiations and structure commercially viable deals with both new and existing partners, ensuring the creation of mutually beneficial co-branding, cashback, and incentive-driven initiatives to enhance customer engagement and loyalty.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams, including product, marketing, technology, legal, and finance, to ensure smooth execution and integration of partnerships.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers within partner organizations to foster long-term strategic alliances and ensure seamless ongoing operations.
• Monitor and analyze the competitive landscape, using insights to refine partnership strategies and drive continuous business growth.
• Oversee the design and execution of contracts, service-level agreements (SLAs), and performance metrics to ensure partnerships deliver maximum value.
• Track and report on partnership performance, providing data-driven recommendations to optimize results and scale initiatives effectively.
• Lead and scale the partnership function by recruiting, mentoring, and managing a team of business development and account management professionals to support the teams expansion efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years in strategic partnerships, with at least 3 years in a managerial role, focusing on high-value deals in retail, entertainment, and lifestyle sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and execute commercially viable partnerships, including co-branding, cashback, and incentive-driven programs.
• Skilled in tracking partnership performance, leveraging key metrics, market research, and industry trends to optimise strategies and enhance customer engagement.
• Strong capability to lead, mentor, and scale business development and account management teams, driving the expansion of Kuda Premium’s partnerships.
• Prior experience in Tech, Fintech, Financial Services, Entertainment, Lifestyle on Retail industry