MTN Uganda

Manager – Technology Risk and Controls, BI and Analytics

MTN Uganda

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Johannesburg • South Africa

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CloudPythonSQLTableau

About the role

  • Drive the implementation, adoption and usage of a Governance Risk and Compliance solution for the Fintech Risk and Compliance function (Group and OpCo)
  • Drive the implementation of enhanced data analytics solutions and techniques for and in coordination with the functional areas in Fintech Risk and Compliance
  • Lead the development, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the Technology Controls ensuring alignment to the Enterprise Risk Management policy, Internal control Frameworks, Compliance Policy and Regulatory expectations.
  • Oversee identification, assessment, monitoring, and reporting of technology risks and associated controls across applications, infrastructure, data platforms, and third-party systems.
  • Ensure effective design and operation of IT General Controls (ITGCs), application controls, and automated controls across critical systems.
  • Support internal and external audits by providing high-quality data, analytics, evidence, and management insights.
  • Design and own BI and analytics solutions for Risk & Compliance, translating complex risk and control data into meaningful dashboards, KPIs, KRIs, and management insights.
  • Develop advanced analytics to identify trends, emerging risks, control weaknesses and compliance gaps.
  • Partner with Data, Technology, and Business teams to integrate multiple data sources (e.g. transaction systems, core platforms, security tools, GRC systems).
  • Act as the subject matter expert and functional owner for the eGRC Archer system within the Risk & Compliance Division.
  • Configure, maintain, and optimise Archer modules covering risk management, controls, compliance, audit, incidents, and issues management.
  • Drive system adoption and consistent usage across Operating Companies and subsidiaries.
  • Design workflows, reports, and dashboards that support decision-making and regulatory requirements.
  • Design and deliver training programs for Risk, Compliance, Audit, and Business users on Archer, BI tools, CIM and other related platforms.
  • Develop user guides, standards, and playbooks to ensure consistent system usage and data quality.
  • Act as a change champion, embedding a data-driven risk culture across the organization.
  • Support stakeholders in understanding risk insights and using analytics to improve controls and compliance outcomes.
  • Partner with Group Technology, Product, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure risks are identified and managed early in the change lifecycle.
  • Balance strong risk governance with commercial pragmatism, supporting innovation while protecting the organization
  • Present risk insights, analytics, and recommendations clearly to senior executives and Governance

Requirements

  • 4-year tertiary degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting & Finance, Business Management, Risk Management or related fields.
  • Professional qualification in Risk Management is advantageous (CISA, CRISC, CIA, CISSP, CPA MBCP, FBCI, CBCP or equivalent)
  • MBA and/or master’s degree is advantageous
  • 5 or more years of relevant work experience in Enterprise Risk Management
  • At least 3 years’ experience within a non-traditional FinTech /ICT/Digital/Technology Risk environment
  • Experience in managing complex telco, Digital and/or ICT products or projects and/or risks related to them
  • Strong understanding of core banking / payments systems, digital platforms, APIs, cloud technologies, and data architecture.
  • Working experience in BI, insights or data analytics related senior role
  • Knowledge of modern Big Data platforms and Open-Source solutions to databases, data analysis, and data management
  • Deep knowledge and experience in data reporting/visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, SQL, etc.)
  • Experience with regulatory frameworks and standards (e.g. ISO 27001, COBIT, NIST, data protection regulations).
  • Deep knowledge and experience in data analytics tools (SQL, Python, SAS, etc.)
  • Knowledge of ecommerce and electronic payment business is advantageous
  • Understanding of various international risk management and business continuity standards
Benefits
  • The Manager: Technology Risk and Controls is responsible for implementing technology tools to assist in managing Fintech risks and internal controls and producing insights from a data perspective on risks, systems, processes and controls.
  • The manager will be responsible for driving the adoption and usage of such tools across all Fintech OpCos and Group Fintech.
  • Corporate Description: Fintech is entering a new phase where operational and commercial excellence has become critical for success. We at MTN believe this is a game changer in terms of our business strategy. We are looking at an incumbent to join us as we build a successful business together.
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Hard Skills & Tools
data analyticsrisk managementdata reportingdata visualizationdata architecturecloud technologiesAPIsBig Data platformsSQLPython
Soft Skills
leadershipcommunicationorganizationalcollaborationchange managementproblem-solvinganalytical thinkingtraining and developmentstakeholder managementpresentation skills
Certifications
CISACRISCCIACISSPCPAMBCPFBCICBCPMBAmaster’s degree