Save the Children Head of CO Risk and Compliance Jobs in Ethiopia
Save the Children Head of CO Risk and Compliance Jobs in Ethiopia
Role PurposeThe role holder is responsible in providing leadership and coordination of risk, Internal Control and Compliance, Internal Audit and Fraud management functions of the country office.
Reporting to the Country Director, he/she will champion a culture of compliance throughout the country office and guide appropriate execution of compliance requirements and related internal policies and procedures.
The role holder is expected to ensure best practices, raise awareness and play an advisory role in risk and compliance across the CO.
He/she is also responsible to continuously assess and review policies and procedures of risk & compliance management.
He/she promotes accountability for risk identification, measurement, monitoring, assessment and control, according to the annual risk management plan.
The role holder is expected to lead the development of an organisational culture that reflects our values, promotes accountability and high performance and frees up people to deliver outstanding results for children and excellent customer service for our Members and donors.
Qualifications
Master degree with preferred additional professional certification.
Proven cross-cultural sensitivity and flexibility required.
Excellent knowledge of computer systems; proficient in MS Excel, Ms Word, Outlook; familiar with accounting software; strong ability to present, analyse and process numerical information and financial and statistical data.
Experience and Skills
A minimum of 10 years' relevant work experience out of which 5 years of experience in management and leadership positions preferably with development sector.
Demonstrable experience at a senior level within both the
commercial and NGO sectors, is preferable
A strong interest in international development/humanitarian work
Broad spectrum program experience, with strong analytical skills
Excellent business partnering and relationship building skills
Experience and skills to priorities and create an audit work plan.
Proven ability to have a highly strategic focus, whilst dealing competently with operational matters
Ability to create and maintain a high level of effective output; capacity to work hard and remain focused within expected standards of performance with minimal supervision.
The ability to understand and break down complex technical problems, both translating them into layperson’s terms as well as finding solutions which work
Strong organisational and self-management skills with an ability to lead and work in teams and motivate others
Experience of managing teams, as well as indirect relationships
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Willing and able to travel to support members directly or to relevant events as required.
Commitment to Save the Children values
Ability to capture and respond favorably to suggestions for change and improvement
Experience in providing training and coaching staff.
Additional job responsibilities
The job duties and responsibilities as set out above are not exhaustive and the post holder may be required to carry out additional duties where reasonable in view of their level of skills and experience
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; Save the Children Head of CO Risk and Compliance Jobs in Ethiopia
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