Vacancy title:
Senior Manager; ICT Audits & Data Analytics

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Banking, Category: Computer & IT]

Jobs at:
NMB Bank

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, June 25 2025

Duty Station:
Tanzania | Dar es Salaam | Tanzania

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, June 11 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

Responsible for leading and managing the data analytics function within the Internal Audit department. This role involves leading the development and implementation of Internal Audit strategy on Data Analytics, robotics (AI) and continuous auditing of critical bank’s processes, providing insights into risk management, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of data analytics and ICT audit strategy in alignment with the Internal Audit departments goals.
• Provide support to other auditors in carrying out ICT and business process audits in accordance with Bank’s policies and procedures, state laws, and contractual obligations regarding privacy and security in data processing areas.
• Work closely with audit teams, ICT, and business units to ensure that data analytics is effectively integrated into the audit process to enhance audit quality and effectiveness.
• Provide leadership, mentoring, and guidance to the data analytics team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Collaborate with audit teams to identify opportunities where data analytics can add value and improve audit outcomes.
• Lead the development and execution of data analytics audit programs, including the design of data models, scripts, and tests to identify risks, anomalies, and trends.
• Utilize data analytics tools and techniques to perform risk assessments, data mining, and predictive analysis.
• Ensure that data analytics procedures are integrated into the audit lifecycle, from planning and fieldwork to reporting and follow-up.
• Lead the execution of risk based annual audit plan by assessing the design and effectiveness of internal controls to mitigate material risks and provide assurance on the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of management systems.
• Work closely with IT, business units, and external stakeholders to ensure access to relevant data and systems.
• Communicate complex data findings and audit results to non-technical stakeholders, providing actionable recommendations.
• Partner with senior management to identify and mitigate data-related risks and improve internal controls.
• Stay current with emerging trends and best practices in data analytics and audit methodologies.
• Evaluate and recommend new data analytics tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance the audit function.
• Monitor and assess the effectiveness of data analytics in the audit process, adjusting as necessary.
• Prepare and present clear, concise, and insightful audit reports and dashboards to senior management and the Board audit committee.
• Ensure that all data analytics audit activities are properly documented and comply with relevant standards and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of data sources, methodologies, and analysis to support audit conclusions.
• Provide training and support to the audit team on the use of data analytics tools and techniques.
• Share best practices and foster a culture of data-driven decision making within the audit function.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Business understanding of core banking processes, Audit cycle and framework, Enterprise-Wide Risk Management, IA best practices, with knowledge of Internal Audit standards issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors 
• Technical
• Excellent knowledge of internal audit practice in the Bank
• Proficiency in data analytics tools such as ACL, IDEA, SQL, Python, R, or similar.
• Strong understanding of data visualization tools like Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Experience with Core Banking Systems, databases, and other related payment systems.
• Behavioral
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• High level of integrity and professionalism with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Building a Successful Team, Coaching, Delegating Responsibility, Developing Others, Gaining Commitment, Leading through Vision & Values, Work Standards

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Data Science, or related fields.
• Masters’ degree in related fields is an added advantage
• Must possess at least one professional certification e.g., CIA, CISA, CPA, ACCA.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in IT audit, Cybersecurity audit, or IT Risk management.
• At least 3 years’ experience in a leadership role, managing teams, and leading ICT and Cybersecurity initiatives.
• NMB Bank Plc is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and achieving a gender balanced workforce.
  Female candidates and people living with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply for this position.
  Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• NMB Bank Plc does not charge any fee in connection with the application or recruitment process. Should you receive a solicitation for the payment of a fee, please disregard it.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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