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Madra Mwendwa

@madramwendwa

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Governance, Risk & Compliance Professional with 10+ years of experience.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that allows me to utilize my compliance expertise while fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.

I am a Governance, Risk & Compliance Professional with over a decade of experience in ensuring organizational compliance within the financial services and payment processing sectors. I have successfully spearheaded the development and implementation of AML/CTF programs, KYC, CDD, and EDD processes, which enhanced risk mitigation strategies and reduced compliance violations by 20%. My expertise includes leading regulatory audits, policy enhancements, and transaction monitoring systems, ensuring seamless adherence to CBK, ODPC, and global compliance standards.

Throughout my career, I have managed high-risk client assessments and streamlined due diligence processes, significantly improving operational efficiency. I have directed cross-functional teams to strengthen data protection strategies, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity regulations and minimizing data breaches. I am now looking to leverage my extensive expertise in regulatory compliance, risk management, and remote team leadership in a dynamic financial services organization.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Compliance Officer

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Interswitch Group

Jun 2024 - Jul 2024 (1 month)

Strengthened regulatory compliance by enhancing risk management frameworks, aligning internal policies with CBK, ODPC, CMA, CAK, and SASRA guidelines. Led the optimization of KYC and onboarding processes, decreasing verification time by 40% and ensuring compliance through automated due diligence measures.

Regulatory Compliance Risk Management KYC Transaction Monitoring Policy Development Stakeholder Engagement

Legal & Compliance Officer

Pi Capital Ltd (Bayes)

May 2023 - May 2024 (1 year)

Secured regulatory approvals for various licenses, led the implementation of risk-based AML/CTF frameworks, and managed compliance reporting for virtual teams. Established a centralized data protection strategy ensuring compliance with global cybersecurity standards.

Regulatory Compliance AML Risk Management Compliance Data Governance Incident Response Legal Research Due Diligence Audit Reporting

Legal & Compliance Officer

Pi Consulting Services Ltd (PYCS)

Sep 2022 - May 2023 (8 months)

Developed and implemented compliance policies for financial services, conducted AML/CTF risk assessments, and advised senior management on legal matters. Conducted training sessions to increase awareness of compliance obligations.

Regulatory Compliance AML Corporate Governance Compliance Risk Assessment Legal Documentation Policy Development Compliance Assessments Stakeholder Engagement

Advocate Trainee

HKM Advocates & Associates

Sep 2021 - Jun 2022 (9 months)

Managed legal research and case preparation for compliance disputes, drafted corporate contracts, and assisted in virtual consultations with clients. Conducted due diligence for corporate transactions and facilitated litigation support.