Compliance Officer
Dream Financial Services Limited, a licensed deposit-taking microfinance institution, is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Compliance Officer to join its team in Lilongwe.
Role Overview
The Compliance Officer will be responsible for ensuring the institution's operations are in full alignment with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies that govern deposit-taking microfinance institutions. The role is critical to maintaining the integrity and legal standing of the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor institutional activities to ensure complete compliance with all regulatory requirements, industry standards, and official directives.
- Interpret and effectively implement all relevant financial laws, regulations, and guidelines.
- Develop, review, and consistently update the institution's internal compliance policies and procedures.
- Conduct thorough compliance risk assessments and provide actionable recommendations for mitigation.
- Serve as a liaison with regulatory bodies and ensure the timely submission of all statutory reports.
- Design and deliver compliance training and awareness programs for all staff members.
- Oversee adherence to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols.
- Report any compliance breaches or significant issues directly to senior management.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- A Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Law, or a closely related field.
- Proven professional experience within the financial services industry, with a preference for a background in microfinance or banking.
- A strong and comprehensive knowledge of the financial laws and regulations governing deposit-taking microfinance institutions.
- Familiarity with AML/CFT regulations and modern compliance frameworks.
- A high degree of integrity, professionalism, and exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification in Compliance, Risk Management, or a related discipline.
- Prior experience interacting directly with regulatory authorities.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the above criteria should submit their application letter, a detailed CV, and copies of relevant qualifications as a single PDF document. Please send your application to recruitment@dreamfinance.co.mw no later than 10th April 2026.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.