Kuda is a full-service, app-based digital bank. Our mission is to be the go-to bank not just for those living on the African continent, but also for the African diaspora wherever they might live, anywhere in the world. Kuda is free of ridiculous banking charges and great at helping customers budget, spend smartly, and save more.
Read more about this company
This role is responsible for managing and mitigating risks while ensuring alignment with the bank's risk appetite to support stable and positive returns. The position aims to protect the bank from significant losses that could result from poor business strategies, challenges in executing these strategies, or the failure to adjust strategies in response to changes in the business landscape. The role involves identifying, evaluating, and addressing risks to maintain the bank's financial stability and to ensure strategies are effectively implemented and adapted as needed.
Responsibilities
Analyze and monitor the Bank's Portfolio, Asset Quality, Liquidity and Capital Wellness
Evaluate the impact of all significant loans on Banks's Capital, Profitability and Portfolio Concentration
Monitor compliance with all regulatory and internal limits
Risk reporting to MRC and BRMC to ensure they are aware of significant risks to the Bank, and to enable them perform their over-arching functions
Provide metrics and reports as requested from Rating Agencies, other External and Internal parties, and for Investor Relation ratios
Preparation of the portfolio plan for the Bank based on the budget proposal of the Bank.
Ensure prompt rendition of Capital Adequacy Ratio report to CBN
Computation of ECL in compliance with IFRS 9 standard
Prepare ECL movement schedule of the Bank at intervals for both internal and External (CBN, NDIC & Auditor) purposes
Preparation of monthly sectoral distribution and limit
Conduct stress testing and scenario analysis (internal and regulatory) for the Bank.
Manage the collateral register
Requirements
First Degree in numerate disciplines preferably accounting, statistics, economics and mathematics.
Minimum of 8 years cognate experience preferably in audit or banking industry
Proven experience in risk management, portfolio analysis, and regulatory reporting within the financial services sector
Strong understanding of capital adequacy, liquidity, IFRS 9 standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
Proficiency in financial modeling, credit risk analysis, and stress testing methodologies
Excellent analytical and reporting skills with the ability to interpret complex data and provide actionable insights
Advanced knowledge of financial systems and tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, or similar), with experience in preparing regulatory reports and investor relations metrics
MyJobMag Career Kickstart Scholarship 2026: Training Report & HighlightsFollowing the resounding success of the pilot programme, the MyJobMag Career Kickstart Scholarship 2025, the second edition was launched in 2026 to expand impact and deepen outcomes. Here's everything you need to know about how the training went.
AI's Impact on Jobs and Organisations (Nigeria report)This report examines the extent to which AI is affecting jobs and organisations in Nigeria. It brings together perspectives from HR professionals and managers across different industries.
30 Contract Staffing Risks That Could Get Your Company SuedThis piece outlines 30 contract staffing risks that have real legal consequences under Nigerian law. If you are a business owner, HR professional, or staffing agency operator, you will find this highly valuable.
10 Steps to Building an Effective Talent PipelineLearn how to keep a list of good candidates ready in advance, before a role becomes vacant. Discover step by step the process of building a talent pipeline that works.