Risk and Compliance Officer – Digaf Microcredit Provider

Job Overview

Digaf Micro Credit Provider invites qualified applicants for the following job position. Digaf Microcredit Providers, a tech-based microfinance institute, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ethiopian Ministry of Labor and Skills (MoLS).

The partnership will allow the two signatories to facilitate access to affordable digital loan products for low- and medium-income individuals. institute aims to provide financial relief to middle to lower-income individuals through the application of technology in the financial sector.

Join Digaf Microcredit Provider S.C and make a difference in the lives of many through microcredit solutions.

Key Details

  • Location: Addis Ababa
  • Deadline: February 16, 2026

Job Requirements & Description

Position 1: Risk and Compliance Officer

Qualification Requirement

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, Law, or related fields.
  • Master’s degree is an advantage.

Experience Requirement

  • 4-6 years in risk management, compliance, internal audit, or financial control.
  • Experience in banking or microfinance highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and supervisory authorities.
  • Closure rate of audit/compliance issues.

Professional Certifications (Preferred)

  • CRMA, CIA, ACCA, CPA, CFE
  • Risk certifications such as FRM or PRM
  • Compliance/AML certifications

Position 2: Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Qualification Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or Business Administration.
  • Master’s degree is an added advantage.
  • Professional certification preferred: ACCA, CPA, CFA (Level I or II).
  • Strong financial modeling, forecasting, and analytical skills.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel; Power BI or similar tools are an advantage.
  • Strong understanding of management accounting, costing, and profitability analysis.
  • Excellent communication and Board-level presentation skills.
  • High ethical standards, accuracy, and confidentiality.

Experience Requirements

  • 7–10 years of progressive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis, Corporate Finance, or Financial Management.
  • At least 3–5 years in a managerial or senior analytical role within MFIs, Banks, Fin‑Techs, or regulated financial institutions.
  • Proven experience leading annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, and scenario analysis.
  • Strong experience in capital planning, liquidity management, and funding mix optimization.
  • Experience preparing Board-level financial reports and dashboards.
  • Practical exposure to stress testing, risk‑adjusted planning, and financial modeling.
  • Experience supporting strategic decision‑making at senior management level.
  • Familiarity with NBE regulations and MFI prudential standards is highly desirable.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply and send their updated CVs and credentials by mail via gidi.diro@digafcredit.com within 10 days.

Only candidates who are shortlisted will be acknowledged and called for interviews.

Join Digaf Microcredit Provider S.C. and make a difference in the lives of many through microcredit solutions

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