Risk Manager

Industry: MFI

The Risk Manager is responsible for developing implementing and maintaining the organizations Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework. The role ensures that all significant risksincluding credit operational market liquidity compliance fraud and strategic risksare effectively identified assessed monitored and mitigated to protect the institutions assets ensure regulatory compliance and support sustainable business growth.

• Develop implement and continuously improve the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework.
• Establish and maintain the organizations Risk Register.
• Identify assess monitor and report enterprise-wide risks.
• Develop risk assessment methodologies and tools.
• Recommend appropriate risk mitigation strategies and monitor their implementation.
• Promote a strong risk management culture throughout the organization.

• Monitor portfolio quality and risk concentration.
• Analyze Portfolio at Risk (PAR) Non-Performing Loans (NPL) write-offs recoveries and provisioning trends.
• Review and recommend improvements to credit policies procedures and underwriting standards.
• Conduct stress testing and portfolio risk analysis.
• Monitor compliance with approved credit risk limits.

• Identify and assess operational risks across Head Office and branch operations.
• Analyze operational incidents and recommend corrective actions.
• Review internal control processes and recommend improvements.
• Develop and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs).
• Support business units in implementing effective risk controls.

• Ensure compliance with National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) regulations and internal risk policies.
• Support regulatory reporting related to risk management.
• Coordinate with Compliance Internal Audit and business units on risk-related matters.
• Monitor regulatory changes and recommend necessary policy updates.

• Develop and maintain the Business Continuity Plan (BCP).
• Coordinate Disaster Recovery (DR) testing and business continuity exercises.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments and monitor fraud trends.
• Recommend preventive controls to minimize fraud risk.

• Prepare periodic risk reports and dashboards for Senior Management and the Board.
• Monitor the organizations risk appetite and risk tolerance.
• Develop review and update risk management policies procedures and guidelines.
• Support the implementation of risk management initiatives across the organization.

• Supervise coach and develop Risk Officers.
• Conduct risk awareness training for employees and branch management.
• Foster a culture of accountability compliance and proactive risk management.
• Perform other duties assigned by Management.

• Bachelors Degree in Finance Banking Accounting Economics Risk Management or a related field.
• A Masters Degree or professional certifications such as FRM CFA CIA or CRM are preferred.
• Minimum 58 years of experience in banking or microfinance with at least 3 years in Risk Management.
• Proven experience in Enterprise Risk Management Credit Risk Operational Risk Internal Control and Regulatory Compliance.
• Strong knowledge of National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) regulations and Basel Principles is an advantage.
• Experience in portfolio analysis risk assessment stress testing and risk reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools; Power BI or similar reporting software is an advantage.
• Strong analytical problem-solving decision-making and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication report writing presentation and coaching skills.
• Ability to work independently maintain confidentiality and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.