Regional Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Specialist – Central Africa

About the role

Optasia is seeking a Regional Regulatory Affairs & Compliance Specialist to support its fintech platform across Central Africa. You will act as the first line of defense, helping the company navigate regulatory changes, manage risk, and foster a culture of ethics and compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary contact with regulators to anticipate and mitigate the impact of new regulations, reporting obligations, and prudential guidelines.
• Lead horizon‑scanning activities, identify early‑warning signals of regulatory changes, and disseminate information to relevant teams.
• Support the Head of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance and Regional Compliance Managers in strategy execution and regulatory matters.
• Monitor ongoing compliance with laws and regulations, performing structured assessments of regulatory risk exposure.
• Help implement a robust compliance governance framework, including training, awareness programs, and internal communications.
• Develop marketing materials, training programs, and internal presentations aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Perform general administrative duties related to regulatory compliance reporting.

Required profile

• Enthusiastic professional with a results‑driven, can‑do attitude.
• Experience in regulatory affairs, compliance, or risk management within the fintech or micro‑finance sector.
• Strong understanding of regional regulatory frameworks and prudential guidelines.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and influence a culture of compliance.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to shape regulatory strategy for a fast‑growing fintech platform.
• Dynamic, innovative work environment with a focus on financial inclusion.