Investigations Officer

Capital Markets Authority (CMA) is a statutory agency charged with the responsibility of

regulating and developing an efficient capital market in Kenya. To take our increasingly vibrant market to the next level, the Authority now invites applications from qualified, competent and experienced candidates for this position.

INVESTIGATIONS OFFICER- HCA/IO/4/2013

Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Investigations and Enforcement, the Investigations Officer is responsible for investigating non-compliance with the Capital Markets regulatory framework and complaints raised by investors, market players or any other stake holder against licensed market intermediaries and listed companies.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

1. Investigating non-compliance with the capital markets regulatory framework;

2. Investigating complaints raised by investors, market players or any other stake holder against licensed market intermediaries and listed companies;

3. Examining findings from surveillance and inspection activities to identify violations of the

Capital Markets Act and Regulations;

4. Recommending administrative and legal interventions in line with the capital markets act and regulations.

Required Qualifications, Competencies & Experience

1. Degree in Finance, Law or related field;

2. Certified Fraud Examiner or relevant professional qualification;

3. Membership in a relevant professional body;

4. A Diploma in Law and Certified Public Secretary (CPS) qualification is added advantage;

5. A minimum of 2 years of work experience in investigations;

6. Experience in capital markets or financial/forensic investigations;

7. Excellent investigations skills strong IT skills and high integrity.

We are looking for candidates who are proactive high performers; goals oriented, possess strong  report writing and problem solving skills, able to meet deadlines, have a strong attention to detail as well as having a view of the big picture and are dynamic.

If your background, experience and competence matches the specifications outlined, please send  your application, quoting the reference of the position, including your current curriculum vitae, copies of your certificates and other testimonials, salary history, three referees (one of who must be either your current or previous employer), day telephone number, e-mail address and details of your current salary and benefits to:

Chief Executive

Capital Markets Authority

P. O Box 74800 – 00200

NAIROBI

The closing date is March 13, 2013.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

“Capital Markets Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer”