Forensic Investigations Manager Job in Kenya

Job Summary

To plan, manage and monitor the implementation of forensic activities and processes in order to deliver on approved operational plans in an effective and efficient manner. Selecting this role has a compensation & benefit impact in Kenya. Please contact Reward for details.

Forensics Investigations Manager

Job Purpose

The Forensics Investigations Manager is a member of the Forensics & Security country unit providing independent investigative services to the country business at country level as requested.

Forensic Investigations is responsible for investigating fraud, Whistle Blowing, Anti-Bribery and Anti-Corruption, Sanctions, Anti-Money Laundering, and all other matters referred for investigation by all Absa’ entities.

To undertake professional investigations into suspicions of fraudulent and criminal activities, and any activities as reported by stakeholders, providing an independent report for management to assist the disciplinary process, control enhancement and represent the bank in any related police and court proceedings.
Liaising and working with law enforcement agencies, professional and commercial organisations in this field of expertise.

Developing training and fraud awareness courses, workshops, brochures and material to alert employees as to the Bank’s policy on fraud, on how to detect, investigate and report on fraud.

Key Accountabilities

Conducting Investigations (80%)

To investigate cases of criminal, fraudulent and security related incidents, examining appropriate records and documentation, interviewing all relevant parties internally and externally and reporting findings to management.
Assist the business in confirmation of identification documents used in applications.
To produce witness statements and submit case papers to the enforcement agencies to pursue prosecutions against perpetrators.
To assist in the bonding of witnesses which involves, taking through the witnesses through the court process/statements
To attend court in criminal cases where suspects have been arraigned before court.
To attend court in civil cases where the bank has sued for recoveries and or sued by customers.
Conducting research through the internet, newspapers, and fraud journals on emerging fraud trends in the industry.
Attend to Warrants to investigate accounts served on the bank from law enforcement agencies
Maintaining effective liaison with enforcement agencies and external fraud investigators within the industry.
Liaise with other fraud teams within the industry to collate and share intelligence as appropriate.
Conduct merchant visits at the request of the acquiring team or pursuant to investigations.
Assist the business outlets in responding to queries which are fraud related
Attend to requests from foreign embassies/missions on verification of bank documents.
Assist in Audit programs that may be performed in the department.
Assist in staff pre-employment screening process.
Support business in disciplinary hearings.

Case Management (10%)

To maintain case files and central investigations database to operational standards.
To attend progress meetings with investigation teams/management
Develop own skills from training and work experience.
Participate in production of weekly, Monthly, and ad hoc MIs as appropriate.
Ensure credible information is provided for MIs produced by Forensic Investigations and Recoveries.
Support the Fraud Management Team in the Fraud Awareness Campaigns

Operational Requirements

Inform management of any system, tool or equipment that is not available to perform daily task.
Ensure that strict access control to Forensic premises and documents is exercised and ensure adherence to the Clean Desk Policy.
Participate in and contribute to required office / stakeholder meetings.

Recoveries (10%)

Ensure that lawful processes are followed to recover fraud losses.
The following tools should be employed to make recoveries:

– Acknowledgment of Debt

– Indemnities are served to other banks

– Application of compensation at court

-Assist in asset tracing.

Education and Experience Required

First degree in Law / Accounting; Diploma in Forensics Investigations/Criminology or equivalent or 5 years’ experience in an established investigations practice
3 years of relevant work experience.

Knowledge & Skills: (Maximum of 6)

Understanding criminal law.
Relationship management and networking.
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Working knowledge of risk management disciplines and processes. Ability to work under pressure.
Report writing and communication skills – verbal and written.

Competencies: (Maximum of 8 competencies)