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Nellie Kabera

@nelliekabera

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Proactive Risk & Compliance Specialist with extensive experience in governance.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters integrity and sustainability, with opportunities for growth.

I am a proactive and results-oriented Risk & Compliance Specialist with extensive experience in risk assessment, compliance management, and governance systems implementation. My expertise lies in reducing compliance gaps and improving risk mitigation effectiveness through strategic policy development and training. I have a proven track record in AML frameworks, ESG strategies, and data protection compliance, achieving zero reported breaches.

Throughout my career, I have leveraged data analytics and automated monitoring systems to enhance reporting accuracy and stakeholder communication. I am passionate about fostering a culture of integrity and sustainability, driving organizational success through robust internal controls and innovative risk management solutions. My role as a Senior Risk & Compliance Officer has allowed me to coordinate company-wide risk management, improving risk identification and mitigation effectiveness significantly.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Senior Risk & Compliance Officer

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East Africa Reinsurance Company Ltd.

Apr 2022 - Present (3 years 2 months)

Coordinated company-wide risk management aligned with the ERMF, improving risk identification and mitigation effectiveness by 30%. Spearheaded compliance with Kenya’s Data Protection Act, achieving zero reported breaches. Delivered comprehensive quarterly risk and compliance reports to the board, enhancing stakeholder communication.

Risk Mitigation Data Protection Compliance Management Anti Money Laundering (AML)Social Stakeholder Engagement Internal Controls Policy Development

Assistant Underwriter

East Africa Reinsurance Company Ltd.

Apr 2021 - Apr 2022 (1 year)

Ensured 100% client retention across multiple markets by implementing proactive risk management strategies. Reduced operational backlog by 40% and coached new hires in the Risk and Compliance department, improving efficiency by 20%.

Client Relationship Management Risk Management Compliance Task Management Reporting Team Collaboration Problem Solving

Risk & Compliance Assistant

East Africa Reinsurance Company Ltd.

Jul 2018 - Mar 2021 (2 years 8 months)

Led the implementation of the AML framework, achieving 100% compliance with regulatory requirements. Coordinated risk management activities, improving risk identification accuracy by 25% and fostering a proactive risk management culture.

Anti Money Laundering (AML)Risk Management Compliance Monitoring Risk Assessment Data Analysis Regulatory Compliance Team Collaboration Process Improvement

Risk & Compliance Intern

Kenya Reinsurance Corporation

Jun 2017 - Jul 2018 (1 year 1 month)

Supported the installation of the GRC system by cleansing critical data and conducting thorough data validation, achieving 98% accuracy in system records. Collaborated with teams to improve system implementation efficiency by 20%.