Compliance Officer

Job Description

• Monitor all operational processes or procedures using a compliance management system to ensure that all legal regulations and ethical standards are adhered to.
• Participate in statewide in-country internal control and compliance reviews as well as the implementation of a mitigation plan where required.
• Participate in project kickoff /closure meetings to share lessons learnt from previous projects and highlight donor guidelines.
• Support external audit and the due diligence activities
• Improve on existing procedures and the quality of internal control, based on international best practices, donors’ requirements, and results of internal & external audits.
• Promote adherence to Code of Conduct and other applicable policies.
• Participate in the investigations of any unethical practice if/where it arises within the organization.
• Provide insight on issues that could negatively impact the organization.
• Periodically perform a risk assessment of existing procedures and practices.
• Perform any other related activities as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification, skills and personal attributes

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or in relation with the position.
• Candidates with CFE, CAMS and ICAN or ACCA qualification or equivalent.
• 1 – 2 years of previous work experience in Audit (external and/or internal) or Compliance.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs
• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.
• Analytical, with an eye for detail and good interpersonal skills
• Organized, efficient and timely in managing assigned tasks
• Professional in appearance and mannerisms with exemplary ethical standards
• Experience working with international NGOs, local civil society organizations, government, bilateral and multilateral donors in a multi-cultural, politically sensitive environment is an advantage.