Edgar S.
Mid-Level Data Governance and Compliance Officer
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Edgar S. is a seasoned CRB Compliance Officer and governance lead with extensive experience in the banking sector, specifically with Absa Bank Uganda. He is tasked with ensuring the bank's adherence to CRB guidelines and managing regulatory data compliance with a focus on regulatory reporting and operational risk governance. Edgar has demonstrated a deep expertise in data analysis, governance oversight, and policy monitoring, essential components in maintaining the integrity and compliance of financial services operations. He effectively conducts root cause analyses to identify operational risk drivers and implements internal control assessments to enhance their effectiveness. Edgar's role involves liaising with internal stakeholders to streamline procedures related to CRB and adapting governance frameworks to regulatory changes. With a Bachelor's degree in Economics and Statistics and certifications in data science and regulatory compliance, Edgar has also contributed as a research assistant, enhancing data quality in microenterprise location data for strategic decision-making.
Experience
Governance Lead (Support Role)
Absa Bank Uganda · 2024 — PresentActed as the main governance contact within the Credit Operations Unit, collaborating with Internal Audit, Governance, Compliance, and Risk teams on governance issues. Conducted annual Root Cause Analysis (RCA) assessments to pinpoint operational risk drivers and control weaknesses. Documented and pursued operational risk events, ensuring proper escalation according to Operational Risk Management frameworks. Executed Internal Control Process Self-Assessments (ICPS) and Management Control Process Self-Assessments (MCPS) to assess internal control effectiveness. Developed a Governance Compliance Checklist for standardizing governance monitoring and compliance with internal policies. Managed governance documentation within the Operational Risk Management System (ORMs) and prepared monthly Key Indicator (KI) reports to track operational risk trends for stakeholders.CRB Compliance Officer
Absa Bank Uganda · 2024 — PresentEnsured compliance with CRB guidelines established by the Regulator. Generated and reconciled the BOU_PI return with Finance each month within the 15-day timeframe. Collaborated with internal stakeholders to create policies, audit reviews, procedures, and SLAs pertaining to CRB. Monitored and responded to issues raised by Governance & Control, Compliance, and Internal Audit departments, fulfilling timelines for resolution. Reviewed CRB manuals and circulars frequently to maintain alignment. Managed accurate reporting of Bounced Cheques and Borrower Stakeholder datasets while adhering to data standards.Apprentice
Absa Bank Uganda · 2023 — 2024Ensured the monthly reconciliation of records in the Collateral Material & CBA files. Identified potential data quality issues and escalated them to the CRB data core team. Conducted test runs on CRB data before monthly submissions and analyzed CRB rules to identify performance trends each month. Managed the resolution of internal and external disputes within established timelines while providing recommendations for streamlining the dispute resolution process.Research Assistant
Tufts University & Kutamani Agency · 2022 — 2023Conducted thorough data collection on Microenterprise Locations within Kampala district. The data served as a basis for informed decision-making, enhancing insights into the characteristics and distribution of Microenterprises. Validated and verified data by implementing a callback system with survey respondents to ensure data accuracy.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Bachelor of Economics and StatisticsKyambogo University
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