Zonal Compliance Officer at ASA International (13 Openings)

ASA International is one of the world's largest international microfinance institutions providing socially responsible loans to low income entrepreneurs across Asia and Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Zonal Compliance Officer

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Ikeja - Lagos, Abia, Anambra, Edo, Ekiti, Enugu, Imo, Kogi, Kwara, Nasarawa, Ogun, Ondo and Osun
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a diligent and experienced Zonal Compliance Officer to oversee regulatory compliance, internal controls, and risk management across branches within the assigned zone.
• The role requires strong knowledge of regulatory guidelines, excellent monitoring skills, and the ability to ensure adherence to internal policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with CBN regulations, internal policies, and standard operating procedures across branches in the zone.
• Conduct routine compliance monitoring, audits, and spot checks.
• Identify compliance gaps and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare and submit periodic compliance and risk reports.
• Support branches on regulatory and policy-related matters.
• Liaise with Internal Control, Risk Management, and other relevant units.
• Support regulatory examinations and audits when required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in Compliance, Internal Control, Audit, or Risk Management (preferably in a financial institution).
• Strong knowledge of CBN guidelines and regulatory frameworks.
• Professional certifications (ICAN, ACCA, CISA, or similar) will be an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical, reporting, and communication skills.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to travel within the assigned zone.

Application Closing Date
15th February, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: recruitment@asai-nigeria.com using “Zonal Compliance Officer" as the subject of the email.