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Shari’ah Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager Job Vacancy at NBC

Job overview

NBC is looking for a Shari’ah Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager to serve as the primary custodian of Shari’ah integrity within the bank’s Islamic Banking division.

The role ensures that all Islamic Banking products, processes, transactions, contracts, and customer interactions comply fully with Shari’ah law and regulatory requirements. The successful candidate will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Shari’ah compliance framework, conduct independent reviews and audits, manage the Shari’ah Supervisory Board or Shari’ah Advisory Committee relationship, and support the development of new Islamic Banking products.

In the absence of, or as delegated by, the Head of Islamic Banking, the role will assume responsibility for oversight of compliance matters, stakeholder reporting, and strategic compliance decisions at the appropriate authority level.

Job details

Position title

Shari’ah Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager

Organization

NBC

Location

Head Office NBC

Employment type

Full time

Posted

Posted today

Application deadline

May 31, 2026

Job requisition ID

R-15987158

About NBC

NBC is the oldest serving bank in Tanzania, with more than five decades of experience. The bank offers a range of retail, business, corporate and investment banking, wealth management products and services.

Job Summary

The Shari’ah Quality Assurance & Compliance Manager will be responsible for safeguarding Shari’ah compliance across NBC’s Islamic Banking division.

The role focuses on ensuring that Islamic Banking operations, products, services, documentation, customer engagements, governance structures, and regulatory interactions are aligned with Shari’ah principles, AAOIFI standards, Bank of Tanzania regulatory guidance, and directives from the Shari’ah Advisory Committee.

Key Accountabilities

1. Shari’ah Compliance Framework and Governance

Weight: 30%

The role owns and continuously strengthens the Shari’ah compliance architecture of the Islamic Banking division, ensuring it meets regulatory expectations and Shari’ah Advisory Committee directives. In the absence of the Head of Islamic Banking, the role represents the division in compliance and regulatory engagements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve the Shari’ah Compliance Policy, Standards, and Procedures to align with evolving Shari’ah principles, AAOIFI standards, and Bank of Tanzania regulatory guidance.
• Serve as the primary liaison between the bank and the Shari’ah Advisory Committee by:
  • Organising meetings.
  • Preparing agenda papers.
  • Distributing minutes.
  • Implementing decisions and fatwas.
  • Maintaining a fatwa register.
• Monitor the implementation of Shari’ah Advisory Committee decisions and approved fatwas across all business areas.
• Escalate non-implementation risks to the Head of Islamic Banking.
• Ensure all new products, services, processes, and contracts receive appropriate Shari’ah Advisory Committee approval before launch.
• Maintain a comprehensive approval register.
• Act as the primary point of contact for the Bank of Tanzania and other regulatory bodies on Islamic Banking compliance matters.
• Deputise for the Head of Islamic Banking in regulatory interactions when required.
• Prepare and present Shari’ah compliance reports to:
  • Head of Islamic Banking.
  • EXCO.
  • Board Audit and Risk Committee.
• Escalate significant findings and remediation plans.

2. Shari’ah Reviews, Audits and Quality Assurance

Weight: 25%

The role conducts independent and systematic reviews of all Islamic Banking activities to detect, report, and remediate Shari’ah non-compliance risks before they materialise into reputational or regulatory issues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct comprehensive quarterly Shari’ah compliance reviews across all Islamic Banking:
  • Products.
  • Contracts.
  • Agreements.
  • Operational processes.
  • Customer transactions.
• Document findings and agreed remediation actions.
• Develop and execute an annual Shari’ah Internal Audit Plan.
• Coordinate with the Internal Audit function to ensure Islamic Banking is audited to the required depth and frequency.
• Perform pre-launch Shari’ah Quality Assurance assessments for:
  • New products.
  • System changes.
  • Process modifications.
• Provide a formal sign-off or list of conditions to the Head of Islamic Banking before go-live.
• Maintain a Shari’ah Non-Compliance Register that tracks:
  • Identified violations.
  • Root causes.
  • Corrective actions.
  • Closure timelines.
• Provide periodic status updates to the Head of Islamic Banking.
• Coordinate with Internal Audit, External Auditors, and the Shari’ah Advisory Committee during Shari’ah audits.
• Provide required documentation, explanations, and access to records.

3. Islamic Product Development Support

Weight: 20%

The role partners with the business team to ensure that all new Islamic Banking products and innovations are built on a sound Shari’ah foundation from conception to launch.

Key responsibilities include:

• Participate from the earliest stage in all Islamic product development initiatives.
• Provide Shari’ah guidance on:
  • Permissible structures.
  • Contract types.
  • Profit mechanisms.
  • Documentation requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive Shari’ah risk assessments for new products and product modifications.
• Document all identified Shari’ah risks and proposed mitigations for Shari’ah Advisory Committee review.
• Review and approve all product documentation for Shari’ah compliance before publication or customer issuance, including:
  • Customer contracts.
  • Marketing materials.
  • Terms and conditions.
• Monitor the ongoing Shari’ah performance of launched products through monthly product compliance reviews.
• Identify any drift from approved structures and recommend corrective actions.
• Benchmark NBC’s Islamic products against regional and international best practices.
• Identify opportunities for innovation and product enhancement.

4. Shari’ah Training, Awareness and Culture

Weight: 15%

The role builds a strong Shari’ah compliance culture across NBC by equipping staff with the knowledge, skills, and awareness needed to uphold Islamic Banking integrity in their day-to-day work.

Key responsibilities include:

• Design and deliver a structured Shari’ah compliance training programme for:
  • Islamic Banking staff.
  • Branch teams.
  • Relevant support functions.
• Ensure competency levels meet defined standards.
• Develop Shari’ah compliance induction materials for all new employees working in or interfacing with the Islamic Banking division.
• Maintain a library of Shari’ah compliance resources, including:
  • Guidance notes.
  • Frequently asked questions.
  • Approved product manuals.
  • Compliance checklists.
• Ensure relevant staff can access Shari’ah compliance resources.
• Champion a culture of proactive Shari’ah compliance.
• Encourage staff to raise concerns and queries through established channels without fear of reprisal.

5. Reporting, Governance and Additional Responsibilities

Weight: 10%

Key responsibilities include:

• Compile and submit periodic Shari’ah compliance reports to the Head of Islamic Banking for inclusion in management packs and Board papers.
• Maintain accurate governance records, including:
  • Shari’ah Advisory Committee minutes.
  • Fatwa registers.
  • Compliance review reports.
  • Training records.
  • Product approval files.
• Support the Head of Islamic Banking in preparing:
  • Islamic Banking strategy papers.
  • Business performance reports.
  • Regulatory submissions.
• Perform other duties and special assignments as directed by the Head of Islamic Banking or Managing Director.
• Represent the department in compliance forums or inter-departmental working groups when required.

Role and Person Specification

Education and Experience Required

Essential requirements

Applicants must have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Islamic Banking and Finance, Shari’ah Law, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Shari’ah compliance, Islamic banking, or related financial services role.
• Strong theoretical and applied knowledge of Shari’ah law as it applies to Islamic finance products and banking operations.
• Practical experience in conducting Shari’ah reviews, preparing compliance reports, and engaging with Shari’ah advisory bodies.
• Experience in Islamic product development or assessment from a Shari’ah compliance perspective.

Desirable requirements

The following qualifications and experience will be an added advantage:

• Professional qualification in Islamic Banking or Shari’ah, such as:
  • CIPA.
  • AAOIFI CSAA.
  • IFQ.
  • Equivalent qualification.
• Experience with AAOIFI Shari’ah Standards and their practical application in a commercial bank.
• Familiarity with Bank of Tanzania regulatory requirements and guidelines for Islamic Banking.
• Postgraduate qualification in Islamic Finance, Finance, Law, or Business.

Knowledge and Skills

Applicants should demonstrate the following knowledge and skills:

Shari’ah Expertise

• Deep and applied understanding of Shari’ah principles.
• Knowledge of fiqh al-muamalat.
• Understanding of Islamic finance contracts, including:
  • Murabaha.
  • Ijarah.
  • Musharaka.
  • Mudaraba.
  • Wakala.
  • Sukuk.

Compliance and Risk Management

• Ability to design and implement compliance frameworks.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments.
• Ability to manage audit processes.
• Ability to maintain regulatory relationships.

Product Knowledge

• Comprehensive understanding of Islamic Banking product structures.
• Knowledge of pricing mechanisms.
• Understanding of operational workflows.

Analytical and Research Skills

• Ability to research complex Shari’ah matters.
• Ability to synthesise findings.
• Ability to produce clear and well-reasoned compliance opinions.

Communication and Reporting

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to draft governance papers and policy documents.
• Ability to present findings to senior management and Board committees.

Attention to Detail

• High degree of accuracy in reviewing contracts, documentation, and financial transactions for Shari’ah compliance.

Competencies

Applicants should demonstrate the following competencies:

Integrity and Ethical Conduct

• Maintains the highest standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Upholds Shari’ah principles without compromise.

Analytical Thinking

• Applies rigorous, evidence-based analysis to complex compliance challenges and product structures.

Influencing Without Authority

• Guides and advises business teams on compliance matters in a constructive and enabling manner.

Planning and Organising

• Manages multiple workstreams with precision and on schedule, including:
  • Audit cycles.
  • Product reviews.
  • Shari’ah Advisory Committee meetings.

Learning and Researching

• Continuously updates Shari’ah knowledge.
• Keeps abreast of regulatory changes and global Islamic finance developments.

Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations

• Produces high-quality compliance outputs that add tangible value to the business.

Deciding and Initiating Action

• Identifies and escalates compliance risks promptly.
• Recommends clear and actionable remediation measures.

Qualifications

Required qualifications and related capability areas include:

• Bachelor’s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas in Business, Commerce and Management Studies.
• Compliance Advisory and Interpretation, meeting some requirements and requiring further development.
• Compliance experience.
• Digital familiarity, meeting some requirements and requiring further development.
• Ethics and values, meeting all requirements.
• Openness to change, meeting some requirements and requiring further development.
• Reasoning, meeting all requirements.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the official NBC recruitment portal.

Application deadline

May 31, 2026

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