HR Risk Analyst (Open for Nationals of Philippines Only)

JOB PURPOSE

The HR RISK ANALYST will participate in the definition of the HR risk management strategy and implement the risk management processes, as well as maintenance of risk registers and dashboards for the HR Department.

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internally, interacts with HR Managers, HR Specialists, teams under HR Shared Services, Centers of Expertise (COEs), Risk/Assurance units, Division/ Department managers and staff, RES-CTM unit, Ethics Risk and Compliance Office (ERCO), Internal Audit, Corporate Legal, and the Data Protection Office (DPO)
• Externally, may interact with external auditors and other assurance actors

GENERAL DUTIES

• Understands and adheres to the seven Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Understands and adheres to the ICRC Code of Conduct
• Understands the roles of the components of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
• Respects and observes staff regulations and security rules at all times
• Represents the ICRC in a professional manner at all times
• Develops and maintains a pleasant and conducive working environment with colleagues and line managers
• Performs all duties with the highest level of confidentiality in the interest of the employees and the ICRC
• May be asked to perform tasks not covered in this job description and to provide support to other departments when necessary

ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist Risk and Assurance Unit members, staff, and managers of the HR Department in carrying out day-to-day risk management and assurance activities. This involves the following activities:

1. continuous assessment of HR risks related to HR processes
2. understanding potential impact of risk management and mitigation measures in HR activities
3. definition of appropriate measures through adaptation of the process or creation/adaptation of controls
4. mapping of all compliance and risk requirements for business-specific activities
5. annual review of major institutional risks with the Ethics, Risks, and Compliance Office (ERCO)
6. development and maintenance of risk management and compliance dashboards through Business Intelligence tools

• Support the mapping of key business processes and documentation of risks and internal controls using the institutional tools and guidelines. This would include (but not be limited to) the following:

1. facilitate walkthroughs with process owners, SMEs, and stakeholders in gathering information about identified key processes;
2. develop clear and detailed process diagrams of identified key HR processes using Erwin CW;
3. identify and report issues and risks in the process;
4. work with the Internal Controls Coordinator and HR Compliance & Controlling Specialist in updating the HR risk and controls matrix using Erwin CW;
5. prepare process ID cards and/or procedures for identified key or non-key HR processes;
6. review non-key processes submitted by HR stakeholders and publication;
7. support the management of enterprise architecture tools and related requirements;

• Support the annual conformity exercise and HR Management Quality Assessment in line with the monitoring of operational risks.
• Prepare data and support impact analyses of new and/or changes in regulation, policy and frameworks, as well as processes and coordinate with risk assurance actors and internal stakeholders to ensure that appropriate controls are able to mitigate identified risks both in HQ and delegations.
• Assists in developing and deploying proactive strategies and projects in order to build an environment that supports compliance.
• Prepares, consolidates and analyses data to identify trends and emerging risks identified as part of the Risk and Assurance unit activities, for communication to division/department management and the Ethics, Risks and Compliance Office, thereby servicing decision-making, risk assessment, and management.
• Coordinates with internal stakeholders on HR compliance and controlling issues.

General Activities:

• Processes requests and inquiries sent using collaboration and service & task management tools in line with internal procedures and within the defined service level agreement (SLA).
• Conduct briefings on Framework and Compliance activities.
• Supports the Develops relevant communication collaterals to deliver key messages from the CoE including risk management initiatives through various media format and platforms.
• Assists in developing and deploying proactive strategies and projects in order to build an environment that supports HR Compliance.
• Collaborates with other Risk and Assurance functions and relevant internal stakeholders to share best practices and knowledge, support synergies and global initiatives for the improvement of risk management practices and internal control system that help address identified transversal risks and issues.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

• University degree in human resources, business administration, risk management, or other related disciplines
• 3-5 years working experience, in functional HR Projects, business analytics & reporting
• At least 1-3 years’ work experience in audit (external or internal), risk management, or internal control roles
• At least 1-3 years’ work experience in business process management (preferred, but not required)
• Experience working in an international environment that requires knowledge in dealing with employment laws, regulations and compliance of multiple countries is an advantage
• Lean Six Sigma certification, Risk and/or Internal Control qualification with a registered or internationally recognized body is an asset
• Qualification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) an added advantage.
• Very good computer skills. Expertise in Business Process Management (BPM) tools is an advantage
• Fluent command of English; knowledge of French a plus.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce
• An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide
• Training opportunities
• Flexible work schedule (optional)