Fraud Analyst Job in Nairobi – Join 4G Capital’s Fintech Risk & Security Team

4G Capital is looking for a dedicated Fraud Analyst to join our high-impact team based in Nairobi. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals seeking fraud analyst jobs in Kenya within a leading fintech organization.

4G Capital is a market leader in digital lending and microfinance in East Africa, providing unsecured working capital loans and business training to over 1.5 million entrepreneurs across Kenya and Uganda. As Africa’s highest-scoring fintech B Corporation, we’re redefining financial inclusion through innovation, ethics, and sustainability.

Job Title: Fraud Analyst – Digital Risk & Financial Crime Detection

• Position: Full-time
• Location: Nairobi, Kenya (occasional travel to Uganda)
• Department: Risk, Fraud & Compliance

Your Mission – Prevent Fraud, Protect Entrepreneurs

As a Fraud Analyst, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of 4G Capital’s financial systems. You will monitor transactional data, detect suspicious patterns, and lead fraud investigations to protect both the company and the customers we serve. You will work closely with product, operations, and compliance teams to enhance fraud controls and uphold transparency.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer transactions and behavior to identify fraudulent activity and emerging threats.
• Investigate fraud cases, document findings, and support enforcement of internal controls.
• Utilize or help improve fraud detection systems and data tools.
• Report on fraud risks to regulatory bodies including CBK and UMRA as needed.
• Maintain accurate fraud logs, records, and dashboards for internal stakeholders.
• Participate in building internal awareness on digital fraud trends and preventive practices.
• Collaborate with teams across support, operations, and finance to mitigate risks effectively.

What We’re Looking For – Your Skills & Experience

This role is ideal for professionals seeking fintech fraud prevention jobs or digital lending analyst careers in Nairobi.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Statistics, or related field.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in fraud detection or risk analysis within financial services.
• Proficient in Excel and SQL for analyzing large data sets and identifying trends.
• Strong understanding of fraud risk environments and reporting regulations in Kenya and Uganda.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work with integrity across departments.

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) principles and financial crime prevention.
• Experience using fraud detection platforms or systems (e.g., ACI, SAS, or custom-built tools).
• Exposure to digital lending fraud dynamics, particularly in mobile money ecosystems.
• Familiarity with visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.) is a plus.

Why Join 4G Capital?

At 4G Capital, we offer more than a job—we offer a mission. Whether you’re advancing your risk and fraud career in Kenya or stepping up into fintech, this role empowers you to make a measurable difference in the lives of thousands of entrepreneurs across Africa.

What You’ll Get

• Meaningful work that combats fraud and protects microbusinesses.
• A collaborative and inclusive work culture that values growth and innovation.
• Professional development opportunities in one of Africa’s fastest-growing fintechs.
• Competitive salary and benefits based on experience and benchmarks.
• Hybrid working environment with field exposure in Kenya and Uganda.

Apply Now – Help Us Secure the Future of Financial Inclusion

If you’re ready to use your fraud analysis skills for good, apply today and become a key player in Africa’s fintech evolution. Whether you’re transitioning from fraud detection jobs in banking or advancing in digital lending jobs in Nairobi, this is your chance to contribute to impact-driven innovation.

Protect trust. Fight fraud. Empower growth. Join 4G Capital today.