Expert in banking governance and compliance
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo — travel to provinces possible
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Type of contract
Consulting
Workplace
Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo — travel to provinces possible
Country
Afrique centrale
About the Role
The Project to Support the Establishment of the National Development Bank (BND) is part of the Program to Support Financial Sector Development and Financial Inclusion (PADSFI), financed by the African Development Bank (AfDB).
It aims to provide the Democratic Republic of Congo with a public development bank responsible for long-term financing of structural investments, SMEs/SMIs, young entrepreneurs, and priority sectors of the national economy.
The mission covers institutional design, financial structuring, staff recruitment and training, and the establishment of the "Youth and Entrepreneurship Bank" window.
The total duration of the project is 10 months, with a planned start date in December 2025.
About the Role
Under the supervision of the Head of Mission, the Banking Governance and Compliance Expert will provide technical expertise for the institutional, regulatory, and prudential structuring of the National Development Bank (BND).
He/she will contribute to the development of the governance framework, internal policies, compliance manuals, and the approval file to be submitted to the Central Bank of Congo (BCC).
Main responsibilities
- Draft the articles of incorporation and governance documents (bylaws, regulations, charters).
- Define internal compliance, risk management, and internal control policies.
- Support the preparation of the BND's accreditation file for submission to the BCC.
- Draft the governance, compliance, and internal control manuals.
- Support the establishment of governance bodies (Board of Directors, specialized committees).
- Train designated executives on the principles of banking governance and regulatory compliance.
- Contribute to the drafting of the compliance report and strategic recommendations.
Required profile
- Master's degree (BAC+5) in Banking Law, Finance, Risk Management, or equivalent.
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience, including 5 years in the field of compliance, governance, or banking regulation.
- Proven experience in setting up or supporting the structuring of financial institutions.
- Very good knowledge of prudential regulations (Basel II/III, KYC, AML/CFT).
- Knowledge of the banking legal framework in Central Africa or in the WAEMU/COBAC.
- Experience in donor-funded projects (AfDB, World Bank, EU, etc.).
- Excellent command of French; English is an asset.
Key skills
- Excellent understanding of prudential and regulatory frameworks.
- Ability to draft institutional governance documents.
- Analytical mind, rigor, and sense of confidentiality.
- Ability to work with public and regulatory institutions.
Expected deliverables
- BND governance statutes and regulations.
- Compliance and internal control policies and manuals.
- Complete approval file for the Central Bank.
- Governance report and final recommendations.
How to apply
📩 Send your signed resume and cover letter to projects@bbacademy.be.
📌 Reference: 5477 – Expert in banking governance and compliance / BND DRC.
🕓 Deadline: November 20, 2025.
ℹ️ Call published as part of a pre-selection process; mobilization subject to contract award.