Job Description
Job title: Risk Management and Internal Control Specialist
Location: Gaborone
Department: Orange Money
Supervisor: Director – Internal Control & Risk
Risk Management and Internal Controls Specialist
The Risk Management & Internal Controls Specialist is responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and ongoing effectiveness of the organisation’s enterprise risk management and internal control frameworks within a fintech and digital financial services environment. The role provides second-line oversight, applies a risk-based approach, and supports management and governance bodies in managing risks arising from digital products, platforms, partnerships, and technology-driven operations.
The main duties include but are not limited to:
- Identify and assess key enterprise and operational risks using a risk-based approach.
- Support the design and assessment of effective internal controls.
- Perform risk-based monitoring, testing, and issue tracking.
- Provide risk reporting and advisory support to management and governance forums
Skills:
- Effective time management
- Excellent communications skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication/presentation skills
- Rigorous and business oriented
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- A team player and problem solver
Qualifications and Experience:
- Masters Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Audit, Business, Technology, or a related discipline.
- 3–5 years’ experience in risk management, internal controls, audit, or assurance, preferably within a fintech, payments, or digital financial services environment.
- Experience in applying recognised risk management and internal control methodologies using a risk-based approach. Practical experience supporting risk assessments, control reviews, and remediation tracking. Exposure to governance reporting and engagement with internal stakeholders Ability to engage constructively with business stakeholders
Interested candidates who meet the minimum requirements can submit their applications, updated CV and certified copies of their academic certificates to: [email protected]
The subject window on email should only contain the title of the position being applied for.
Closing Date: 03 March 2026
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interview

