Officer II, AML/CFT/CPF (Full-Time)

Location: Accra
Company: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
Application Deadline: 15 May 2026

Company Profile

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is the regulatory authority responsible for supervising and developing Ghana’s capital market industry. The Commission is committed to promoting market integrity, investor protection, transparency, and the prevention of financial crime within the securities ecosystem.

We provide a professional, collaborative, and welcoming work environment where employees contribute to strengthening financial system integrity and advancing national economic resilience.

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive professional to join our team as Officer II, AML/CFT/CPF. The successful candidate will support anti-money laundering, counter-terrorist financing, and counter-proliferation financing supervisory activities within the securities industry.

The ideal candidate will assist in compliance monitoring, inspections, risk assessments, data analysis, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory reporting to ensure adherence to AML/CFT/CPF frameworks.

Major Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Assist in conducting off-site AML/CFT/CPF supervisory reviews and compliance assessments of market operators.
• Participate in onsite inspections to evaluate the effectiveness of AML/CFT/CPF control frameworks and compliance systems.
• Support the design, coordination, and delivery of AML/CFT/CPF training programmes for AML Reporting Officers (AMLROs) and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to the periodic review, update, and enhancement of AML/CFT/CPF guidelines and administrative sanctions frameworks.
• Participate in National Risk Assessments and Mutual Evaluation exercises at national and regional levels.
• Assist in responding to requests, enquiries, and directives from the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) and GIABA.
• Support the identification, analysis, and documentation of money laundering, terrorist financing, and proliferation financing typologies within the securities sector.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of a Politically Exposed Persons (PEPs) database relevant to the securities industry.
• Contribute to AML/CFT/CPF research, reporting, and regulatory intelligence gathering.
• Perform other duties consistent with the scope and objectives of the role as assigned from time to time.

Educational Qualification & Experience

• First Degree in Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Science, Economics, Data Analysis, Data Science, or a related field.
• Professional certification or training in Data Analysis, Data Science, or ACAMS will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of one (1) year relevant working experience in AML/CFT.

Competencies Required

• Strong understanding of the capital market industry, legal framework, financial products and services, and the role of market participants.
• Good knowledge of AML/CFT/CPF legal and operational frameworks.
• Strong analytical, data interpretation, and review skills.
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High level of integrity, trustworthiness, and professional ethics.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong awareness of emerging trends in financial crime prevention and regulatory compliance.

Why Join Us?

• Professional and welcoming work environment
• Opportunity to contribute to national financial crime prevention efforts
• Exposure to regulatory AML/CFT/CPF supervision within the capital market
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

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