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Head of Risk Management

  • Aurum Afghanistan Financial Company
  • Kabul

duties

  • Develop, implement, and monitor the organization’s risk management framework across all operational, credit, liquidity, market, and compliance areas.
  • Identify, assess, and manage organizational risks while ensuring alignment with regulatory and Sharia principles.
  • Oversee portfolio risk management, perform stress testing, and maintain early-warning systems.
  • Advise on risk-related aspects of Sharia-compliant products, particularly Murabaha financing.
  • Collaborate with Internal Audit, Compliance, Finance, and Operations teams to ensure strong internal controls.
  • Prepare and present periodic risk reports to the Board of Supervisors and senior management.
  • Train staff on risk awareness, mitigation strategies, and regulatory compliance.

qualification

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Finance, Banking, Economics, Accounting, Risk Management, or related field.
  • Experience: Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in banking, microfinance, or financial services.
  • Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.
  • Familiarity with Islamic finance products (Murabaha preferred).
  • Strong analytical, decision-making, and communication skills.
  • High integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Submision Guide Line

  • Interested candidates are requested to submit their CV, cover letter, and relevant certificates to:
  • Email: jobs@aurumaf.com

We encourage qualified and motivated professionals to apply and contribute to our mission of building a strong, transparent, and inclusive microfinance sector in Afghanistan.


Job Overview

  • Announced date : Jan. 3, 2026
  • Expire Date : Feb. 3, 2026
  • Number of Jobs: 1
  • Vacancy Number: Aurum 055
  • Salary : As per company salary scale
  • Contract Type : Permanent
  • Contract Duration : Not specified
  • Employment Type : Full Time
  • Gender : Any
  • Nationality : Afghan
  • Probation Period : 3 month
  • Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree

Organization Information

Aurum Afghanistan Financial Company

Aurum Afghanistan Financial Company is a full-fledged electronic money institution regulated by the central bank of Afghanistan operating under the license No. EMI101006. In addition to our regulatory license, we are also equipped with license No. 78895 from the Ministry of industry and commerce of Afghanistan. We possess advanced technology infrastructure which enables our clients to access financial services through their mobile phones securely, quickly and conveniently. Our services are available to everyone, particularly individuals who may not have access to traditional banking services. We offer significant opportunities for improving the efficiency of digital financial services by expanding access and lowering transaction costs. We provide a customized electronic payment solution. Aurum Afghanistan facilitates digital financial transactions, which includes services such as mobile wallet to mobile wallet, bank 02 to mobile wallet, mobile wallet to bank, electricity and other utilities bill payments, merchant’s payments, AfPay card services, payments through PoS machines and other prospective electronic payments services. AurumPay is a leading electronic money platform in Afghanistan, operating under the supervision of the Central Bank of Afghanistan. We empower individuals, merchants, and corporations with secure, convenient, and innovative financial solutions. Join our mission to bring digital payments to every corner of Afghanistan!

Categories

Security & Risk Management Disaster Risk management Natural Risk Management risk management and civil engineering

Required Languages

Persian Pashto English