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Suleiman Daddy

Economist
Nairobi,Nairobi

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Flexible

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

RemoteOn-SiteHybrid
Location: Nairobi, Nairobi
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

10/hr - 25/hr

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balance

Timeline

Risk and Compliance Analyst - Spectrum Credit Limited
06.2025 - Current
Graduate Research Assistant - University of Copenhagen
01.2025 - 06.2025
Finance Internship - Kenya Commercial Bank
04.2024 - 08.2024
Kenyatta University - Bachelor of Science, Economics
10.2020 - 12.2024

Work History

Risk and Compliance Analyst

Spectrum Credit Limited
06.2025 - Current

Support the execution of compliance monitoring programs and preparation of detailed reports to strengthen risk management and internal control frameworks.

Conduct customer due diligence (CDD) and enhanced due diligence (EDD) assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal AML/KYC policies.

Perform compliance and market research analysis to identify emerging risks, support decision-making, and enhance financial crime risk awareness.

Review and respond to compliance-related queries from internal departments, providing timely guidance on regulatory and operational risk matters.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve compliance workflows, operational efficiency, and adherence to governance standards.

Draft, review, and validate undertaking letters, offer letters, and security agreements in line with institutional policies and legal compliance standards.

Verify and authenticate client documentation using approved systems to ensure data integrity, completeness, and regulatory compliance.

Contribute to strengthening AML/CFT controls through documentation review, risk identification, and compliance checks across client onboarding and transactions.

Graduate Research Assistant

University of Copenhagen
01.2025 - 06.2025

Collaborated with researchers from the University of Copenhagen on a behavioral economics field study examining attitudes toward wealth redistribution and inequality in Kenya.

Conducted in-person surveys in Nairobi and Machakos, guiding respondents through complex hypothetical economic scenarios.

Collected high-quality data using tablets, exceeding daily survey targets and ensuring accuracy in respondent input.

Supported logistical aspects of the project including field movement, airtime tracking, and device handling.


Participated in comprehensive training on survey design, ethical data collection, and economic concepts related to fairness and trade-offs

Finance Internship

Kenya Commercial Bank
04.2024 - 08.2024

Processed international monetary transfers using the Pesa Link platform, ensuring accuracy, proper authorization, and adherence to bank procedures.

Monitored and executed cross-border transactions, applying correct currency conversion protocols and complying with regulatory standards.

Managed high-volume Customer-to-Bank (C2B) transactions, including Paybill transfers and Judiciary Payments, ensuring timely and compliant processing.

Amended Paybill entries using the DUMA system and performed bulk postings through the Interswitch platform, maintaining accuracy and proper documentation.

Developed working proficiency in international transaction systems, strengthening capabilities in cross-border financial operations and compliance.

Supported Bank-to-Customer (B2C) processes, including float postings, and facilitated Bank-to-Bank (B2B) transfers by preparing and validating transaction files.

Delivered frontline customer support by handling emails, resolving E-CRM cases, and assisting clients with transaction-related issues.

Performed administrative and operational duties to support the DFS team, ensuring smooth departmental workflow.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

Kenyatta University, Kenya
10.2020 - 12.2024
  • Leadership Award 2022/2023
  • Kenyatta University Economics Students Association Member 2021-2024

Skills

  • Documentation review
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Economic sanctions
  • Auditing techniques
  • Data interpretation
  • SQL proficiency
  • Operational risk
  • Economic forecasting
  • Quantitative analysis

Summary

To be an innovative Economist performing policy-relevant economic and statistical research. Able to plan at a high level and be resourceful. Meticulous report reader, strategist and organizational leader coordinator.

Certification

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) – KASNEB – Ongoing
  • Data Science (Advanced Excel, SQL & R) – Bounty Analytica – 2023
  • Financial Modelling & Valuation Analysis – DTE Consultancy – 2023

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
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