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• RISK OFFICER - FORENSICS (1) LUSAKA
• Bayport Financial Services
• Full-time
• Lusaka
• 3d ago
• RISK OFFICER - FORENSICS (1) LUSAKA
• ____________________________________________________________
• Job Summary

The primary purpose of the job is to conduct and support forensic investigations into suspected fraud, theft, misconduct and other irregularities; to gather, analyse and preserve evidence; and to provide fraud analytics, monitoring and reporting, within the set policies, procedures and standards.

• Job Specifications

Conduct and assist in forensic investigations into allegations of fraud, theft, forgery, misappropriation, corruption, conflict of interest and other misconduct

Conduct interviews with complainants, witnesses and persons of interest, and record accurate statements and interview notes.

Prepare detailed and objective investigation reports documenting the allegation, procedures performed, evidence collected, analysis conducted, findings and conclusions reached.

Maintain the fraud incident and case management register, ensuring that all matters are logged, tracked and closed with documented outcomes.

Assist in fraud risk assessments to identify fraud schemes, threats and control weaknesses across products, processes, branches and third parties.

Monitor fraud key risk indicators and report deviations, loss trends and emerging fraud typologies to the Head – Risk.

Track the implementation of investigation recommendations and remedial control improvements arising from closed cases.

Assist in the development and delivery of fraud awareness training and campaigns to educate employees and customers on fraud risks.

Ensure that forensics policies and procedures are applied consistently across all aspects of the business.

• Minimum Qualifications
• Full Grade 12 Certificate or its equivalent

Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Audit, Economics, Law, Criminology or equivalent

Possession of, or studying towards, a professional qualification such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Forensics is an added advantage

• Minimum Requirements

Minimum of 2 - 3 years’ work experience in forensic investigations, fraud risk management, internal audit or criminal investigations

• Working knowledge of investigation techniques, evidence handling and chain of custody principles

Understanding of common fraud schemes and typologies in the lending and financial services environment

• Sound interviewing, statement-taking and evidence documentation skills

Strong analytical, data analysis and problem-solving skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Excel

• Good report writing and communication skills

Demonstrated integrity, objectivity and the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion

• TO APPLY

Suitable candidates must send their applications, attaching their current CVs and professional/academic certificates, to

• careers@bayport.co.zm

.

• The closing date for receiving applications is
• 10 August 2026

. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Bayport Financial Services