About Dayra
Dayra is a YC-backed fintech company building a financial operating system for the new economy. We enable companies of all sizes to offer financial services to their gig workers and micro-business partners through embedded financial solutions. Our services include working capital financing, inventory financing, CAPEX financing, transfers, and payroll management.
About the Role
As Dayra’s Head of Risk, you will lead the development and implementation of a practical, forward-looking risk management framework. Your role will focus on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks across all areas of the business, while supporting a culture of sound risk awareness and decision-making. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory compliance and help Dayra grow in a controlled and sustainable manner.
- Location: Zamalek, Cairo
- Reports to: CEO
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and enhance the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework covering credit, market, operational, liquidity, and compliance risks.
- Conduct systematic risk identification, assessment, and prioritization across all business units, products, and technologies.
- Design and oversee the implementation of risk mitigation strategies, monitoring control effectiveness, and updating them regularly.
- Prepare and deliver risk dashboards and reports to senior management and the board, highlighting key exposures, trends, and emerging threats.
- Draft, maintain, and enforce comprehensive risk management policies and procedures in line with regulatory and industry standards.
- Lead or coordinate investigations into risk incidents or losses, conduct root-cause analysis, and develop corrective action plans.
- Promote a strong risk culture through training, awareness campaigns, and cross-functional support initiatives.
- Partner with product, engineering, operations, and finance teams to embed risk considerations into core processes and strategic decisions.
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable regulatory requirements, including those issued by the Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) and the Central Bank of Egypt.
Who We’re Looking For
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk, credit, or strategic planning within a financial institution, with a track record of supervisory responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field from an accredited institution; relevant certifications preferred.
- Deep understanding of enterprise risk management frameworks and local regulatory requirements.
- Strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills.
- Full-time independent commitment required; no parallel roles permitted.
