Manager; AI Governance & Model Risk at CRDB Bank

Manager; AI Governance & Model Risk at CRDB Bank

Manager; AI Governance & Model Risk

CRDB Bank 

Reporting Line: MANAGER DATA ANALYTICS & PROJECT MANAGER

Location: Tanzania Head Office

Department: DATA MANAGEMENT OFFICE

Number of openings: 1

Job Purpose

Responsible for establishing, implementing, and overseeing Bank’s AI governance frameworks and model risk management practices. The role ensures that all AI and Machine Learning (ML) models are developed, deployed, and monitored in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.

Principle Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain the AI Governance Framework and Model Risk Management
• Framework aligned with Bank’s strategic objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that all AI and ML models meet standards for transparency, explainability, fairness, and robustness throughout the model lifecycle.
• Oversee model validation, approval, and monitoring processes to ensure compliance with internal governance and external regulatory expectations.
• Lead periodic model risk assessments to identify, measure, and mitigate risks associated with AI and ML models.
• Collaborate with the Data Governance Council, Risk Management, and Compliance Teams to integrate
• AI governance into the wider enterprise governance structure.
• Define and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for AI models and related governance activities.
• Drive awareness, training, and organizational accountability for responsible AI use, ensuring ethical and compliant implementation across departments.
• Establish audit trails and documentation standards for all AI and ML models to support regulatory reviews and internal audits.
• Ensure alignment of AI governance with the Tanzania Data Protection Act, Bank of Tanzania
• Guidelines, and CRDB’s internal model governance framework and AI policy.
• Act as the subject matter expert on AI ethics, risk controls, and regulatory compliance, advising leadership on emerging trends and risks in AI model governance.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Risk Management, Statistics, or a related field (master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in model governance, AI/ML model risk, or data governance within the financial services or regulated sector.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing or managing AI or model risk frameworks.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, such as the Bank of Tanzania guidelines, Data
• Protection Act, and international AI governance standards.
• Experience with AI/ML development environments and version control tools.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and promote a culture of responsible and ethical AI.
• AI Lifecycle Management (development, validation, deployment, and monitoring).
• Model Risk Management and Model Validation Practices.
• Programming in Python, R, or Java.
• Data Governance and Quality Management
• Ethical Judgment, Strategic, Risk-Based Decision-Making and Analytical Thinking.
• Change Management and Organizational Awareness.
• Ability to Translate Technical Concepts into Governance and Policy Language.

CRDB Commitment

CRDB Bank is dedicated to upholding Sustainability and ESG practices and encourage applicants who share this commitment. The Bank also promotes an inclusive workplace, hence applications from women and individual with disabilities are encouraged.

It is important to note that CRDB Bank does not charge any fees for the application or recruitment process, and any requests for payment should be disregarded as they do not represent the bank’s practices.

Only Shortlisted Candidates will be Contacted.

Deadline: 2025-12-24

Employment Terms: PERMANENT

How to Apply:

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