Officer I, Risk Management (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 overseeing and regulating Ghana’s capital market industry. The Commission is committed to maintaining market integrity, protecting investors, and promoting a stable, transparent, and efficient financial system.

We foster a professional, collaborative, and welcoming work environment where employees are empowered to contribute to institutional excellence, innovation, and national economic development.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented professional to join our team as Officer I, Risk Management. The successful candidate will support the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Commission’s risk management framework while promoting a strong culture of risk awareness and compliance across the organization.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities within a professional regulatory environment.

Major Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Participate in the development and implementation of institutional risk management plans and risk assessment activities.
• Assist in maintaining, updating, and monitoring the Commission’s corporate risk register.
• Provide administrative and logistical support for Risk Management Committee meetings and related activities.
• Support the maintenance and monitoring of departmental risk profiles to ensure alignment with the corporate risk framework.
• Assist in preparing and submitting Risk Management Committee reports and related documentation.
• Promote risk awareness and contribute to strengthening a proactive risk culture across the Commission.
• Contribute to strategic planning and business planning initiatives within the Unit.
• Support research and survey activities while ensuring projects are delivered within approved budgets and timelines.
• Assist in conducting risk analysis, including financial, operational, and business continuity risk assessments.
• Participate in the training, mentoring, and development of Risk Officers and staff.
• Support the integration of emerging risk management tools, methodologies, and best practices into organizational operations.
• Assist in research activities and contribute to the preparation of policy briefs, reports, and analytical papers.
• Perform other duties within the scope and objectives of the role as assigned from time to time.

Educational Qualification & Experience

• Minimum of a First Degree in Enterprise Risk Management, Mathematics, Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field from an accredited tertiary institution.
• Relevant professional qualification or training in progress will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ relevant working experience in Risk Management.

Competencies Required

• Strong understanding of the capital market industry, regulatory framework, financial products and services, and the role of market participants.
• Good knowledge of legal and operational frameworks relating to Risk Management.
• Strong understanding of emerging trends within the financial services industry and business continuity concepts.
• Excellent analytical, research, and review skills.
• Strong computer literacy with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and related applications.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and facilitation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and trustworthiness.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines effectively.
• Strong ethical standards and commitment to accountability and continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

• Professional and welcoming work environment
• Opportunity to contribute to Ghana’s financial market stability and development
• Exposure to enterprise risk management within a leading regulatory institution
• Collaborative and high-performing team culture
• Career growth and professional development opportunities

How to Apply

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