Job descriptions & requirements
ABOUT THE COMPANY
The Insurance Regulatory Authority is a statutory government agency established under the Insurance Act (Amendment) 2006, CAP 487 of the Laws of Kenya to regulate, supervise and develop the insurance industry. It is governed by a Board of Directors which is vested with the fiduciary responsibility of overseeing operations of the Authority and ensuring that they are consistent with provisions of the Insurance Act.
JOB SUMMARY
JOB TITLE: Supervision Officer (AML)DIRECTORATE: Directorate of SupervisionDEPARTMENT: Anti-Money Laundering (AML) SupervisionGRADE/LEVEL: IRA 7IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Senior Supervision Officer (AML)Person SpecificationsBachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Insurance, Finance, Accounting, Risk Management, Law, Economics, Information Technology or equivalent from a recognized institution.Proficiency in computer applications.Competencies and SkillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAnalytical skillsReport writing skills
RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities will entail:Creating a database of the reporting institutions in the industry and ensure that it is accurate and up to date.Participating in the collection and collation of data and information for ML/TF/PF risk profiling of reporting institutions.Undertaking preliminary analysis of the reports on the independent review of the reporting institution’s AML Compliance programs.Conducting preliminary analysis on the compliance of individual reporting institutions with their AML/CFT/CPF obligations under the law.Participating in the AML/CFT/CPF onsite inspections of reporting institutions and draft inspection reports.Conducting preliminary review of the ML/TF/PF risk assessment reports from individual reporting institutions.Participating in ML, TF and PF sectoral risk assessment of the insurance industry.Conducting preliminary assessment of the effectiveness of the measures put in place by reporting institutions to mitigate ML/TF/PF risks.Handling logistics and initial planning for AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization activities for the insurance industry.Preparing reports following the AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization workshops.Conducting desktop review on trends, methodologies and development in the AML/CFT/CPF landscape to aid in the review and development of AML/CFT/CPF guidelines, standards, instructions, rules and guidance notes.Participating in the review of AML/CFT/CPF guidelines, standards, instructions, rules and guidance notes.Collecting and analysing data on onsite inspections, risk assessments, and trends to inform supervisory strategies.Participating in the review of the law to align with developments in AML/CFT/CPF international standards and regulatory methods for the anti-money laundering, combating terrorism financing and the proliferation financing of weapons of mass destruction.Participating in the review supervisory of AML/CFT/CPF supervisory framework including reporting templates to ensure they remain appropriate and up to date.Conducting initial research on emerging trends in the AML/CFT/CPF landscape, techniques and typologies.Handling logistics and planning for AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization activities.Facilitating logistics and administrative issues in the department such as organization for meetings, workshops and smooth flow of information.Creating a database of the reporting institutions in the industry and ensure that it is accurate and up to date.Participating in the collection and collation of data and information for ML/TF/PF risk profiling of reporting institutions.Undertaking preliminary analysis of the reports on the independent review of the reporting institution’s AML Compliance programs.Conducting preliminary analysis on the compliance of individual reporting institutions with their AML/CFT/CPF obligations under the law.Participating in the AML/CFT/CPF onsite inspections of reporting institutions and draft inspection reports.Conducting preliminary review of the ML/TF/PF risk assessment reports from individual reporting institutions.Participating in ML, TF and PF sectoral risk assessment of the insurance industry.Conducting preliminary assessment of the effectiveness of the measures put in place by reporting institutions to mitigate ML/TF/PF risks.Handling logistics and initial planning for AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization activities for the insurance industry.Preparing reports following the AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization workshops.Conducting desktop review on trends, methodologies and development in the AML/CFT/CPF landscape to aid in the review and development of AML/CFT/CPF guidelines, standards, instructions, rules and guidance notes.Participating in the review of AML/CFT/CPF guidelines, standards, instructions, rules and guidance notes.Collecting and analysing data on onsite inspections, risk assessments, and trends to inform supervisory strategies.Participating in the review of the law to align with developments in AML/CFT/CPF international standards and regulatory methods for the anti-money laundering, combating terrorism financing and the proliferation financing of weapons of mass destruction.Participating in the review supervisory of AML/CFT/CPF supervisory framework including reporting templates to ensure they remain appropriate and up to date.Conducting initial research on emerging trends in the AML/CFT/CPF landscape, techniques and typologies.Handling logistics and planning for AML/CFT/CPF outreach and sensitization activities.Facilitating logistics and administrative issues in the department such as organization for meetings, workshops and smooth flow of information.Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.Certificate in at least two (2) of the following:Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA);Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA);Certified Information Security Manager (CISM);Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP);Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH);Any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.Membership to a relevant professional body where applicable and in good standing.Competencies and skillsCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAnalytical skillsReport writing skillsPresentation skillsConflict management skillsNegotiation skillsLeadership skillsMentorship and coaching skillsHOW TO APPLYThe interested applicants to submit their applications online by filling the form provided on the IRA website.All applications must be received by close of business at 5.00 pm on Monday, 16th February, 2026.COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTIn accordance with The Employment (Amendment) Act, 2022, the Authority will require candidates it will enter into a written contract of service with to comply with Chapter Six of the Constitution by submitting mandatory compliance and clearance certificates from the relevant entities.Insurance Regulatory Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, gender equality and persons with disabilities (PWDs) are encouraged to apply. Any form of canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.IRA IS ISO 9001:2015 CERTIFIED
REQUIRED SKILLS
Local area networks (LAN), Information security, Risk analysis, Fraud risk assessment and management, Risk management, Security operations, Compliance
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree
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