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Risk Manager

FirstRand Corporate Centre

Office

Parkside, 130 Independence Avenue, Central Business District, Windhoek, 10005 (40h), Namibia

Full Time

Job Description

To align, support and implement the functional cultural risk practices in line with the FirstRand risk framework and business requirements to minimize risk exposures and optimize business performance.

Welcome to FNB Namibia, where we believe help is at the heart of human greatness. Our vision is to be a great business helping to create a better world.

As part of our talent team, you will be surrounded by unique talents, diverse minds, and an adaptable environment that lives up to the promise of staying curious. Now’s the time to imagine your potential in a team where experts come together and ignite effective change.

Are  you someone that can:

Conduct Culture Risk Assessments

  • Conduct regular surveys, focus groups, and interviews to assess the current organizational culture and identify misalignments with desired values.
  • Identify high-risk culture indicators such as poor tone at the top, excessive pressure, lack of communication, or dismissiveness of red flags.

Develop and Implement Policies

  • Assist in developing and implementing cultural governance frameworks, policies, and codes of conduct aligned with FNB’s core values.
  • Ensure integration of ethical behavior and culture risk considerations into enterprise risk management.

Monitor and Report

  • Develop key risk indicators (KRIs) for culture and ethics and report findings to senior management and the Risk Committee.
  • Monitor emerging culture-related risks and provide mitigation strategies.

Facilitate Training & Engagement

  • Drive initiatives that promote ethical behavior, responsible risk-taking, and a speak-up culture.
  • Train leadership and teams on the impact of culture risk and how to uphold FNB Namibia’s ethical standards.

Collaborate with Stakeholders

  • Work with HR, Compliance, Internal Audit, and Corporate Affairs to embed a strong risk-aware culture.
  • Facilitate “tone at the top” programs and culture improvement campaigns.

You will be an ideal candidate if you meet the below requirements:

  • Minimum qualification: Relevant degree in Psychology, Human Behaviour, and or related fields of study.
  • 5 - 8 years in a Risk environment of which 1-2 years ideally at a middle management level.
  • Financial services sector experience will be an added advantage

You will have access to:

  • Opportunities work at the forefront of digital and financial sector innovation in Namibia.
  • Collaborate with experienced professionals across disciplines.

We can be a match if you are someone who:

  • Always does the right thing – Fight for ethical conduct and transparency, both inside and outside
  • Stay curious – Believes in insight, creativity, and its power to unlock value
  • Is deeply invested – Takes initiative and be a leader in your own right
  • Values our differences – Is inclusive, gracious, decent, and humble
  • Builds trust, not territory – Creates a culture of sharing
  • Has courage – Speaks one’s mind and encourages others to do the same

Are you interested to take the step? We look forward to engaging with you further.                  

Apply now!

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Namibia’s Employment Equity plan.

The Group actively supports the recruitment and advancement of people with disabilities. We encourage that candidates voluntarily declare their disability and consult the Group should they require reasonable accommodation.

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Job Details

Take note that applications will not be accepted on the below date and onwards, kindly submit applications ahead of the closing date indicated below.

17/09/25

All appointments will be made in line with FirstRand Group’s Employment Equity plan. The Bank supports the recruitment and advancement of individuals with disabilities. In order for us to fulfill this purpose, candidates can disclose their disability information on a voluntary basis. The Bank will keep this information confidential unless we are required by law to disclose this information to other parties.

Risk Manager

Office

Parkside, 130 Independence Avenue, Central Business District, Windhoek, 10005 (40h), Namibia

Full Time

September 2, 2025

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