National Reserve Bank of Tonga
VACANCY
• Chief Manager, Financial Intelligence
About the Role
The Reserve Bank is seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to join our Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) in a leadership capacity. As Chief Manager Financial Intelligence, you will support the Governor and lead the FIU team in the critical work of combatting money laundering, terrorism financing and other financial crimes.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading the FIU efforts to combat financial crimes such as, money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation of weapons of mass destruction financing. Ensure that the FIU policies and procedures align with national and international regulations.
- Oversee the gathering, analysis and dissemination of financial intelligence to enforcement authorities.
- Lead the supervision of cash dealers to ensure compliance with Tonga’s anti-money laundering and counter- terrorism financing (AML/CTF) laws.
- Coordinate with law enforcement and government agencies to improve Tonga’s compliance with the international standards in AML/CTF.
- Build and maintain effective partnerships with domestic and international counterparts to support the FIU’s efforts in combating financial crimes.
- Ensure effective enhancement of the FIU’s technological capabilities and data management system to support it’s function.
- Manage and develop the FIU team in accordance with NRBT’s practices and policies.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to join the management team of NRBT and make a significant impact on national financial security.
- Professional growth in a specialized field.
- Collaborative work environment with dedicated professionals.
Qualifications & Experience
- At least a Bachelor Degree in Finance, Commerce, Public Policy or related field from a recognized institution; a Master’s degree in relevant field will be an advantage.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in supervision of financial institutions or closely related fields.
- Strong analytical and investigation skills in financial intelligence will be an advantage.
- Proven experience in people management and leadership.
- Experience in handling sensitive and confidential information.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.
How to Apply:
Interested candidates should contact the HR Department on telephone 24-057 or visit the Bank’s website at http://www.reservebank.to or email l [dot] mokofisi [at] reservebank [dot] to for further details. All applications must be addressed to the Governor and to receive no later than 4:00pm Friday 28 March 2025.
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