World Vision Compliance and Risk Management Officer (Tumikia Mtoto Project) Jobs in Kenya
World Vision Compliance and Risk Management Officer (Tumikia Mtoto Project) Jobs in Kenya
Purpose of position: Ensure that all Tumikia mtoto project risks are identified, analysed and sufficient risk mitigation measures are in place and that all project activities by staff and all implementing partners are in compliance with the donor regulations and World Vision policies and guidelines.
Major Responsibilities
Grant management Compliance 20%
Support program and support teams to be fully informed of relevant donor compliance regulations and WVK procedures to support on-track, on time and on budget implementation
Coordinate regular grant monitoring through facilitation and support of regular and timely grant review meetings
Maintain a broad and deep understanding of relevant donor policies, regulations and procedures
In liaison with the supervisor and the relevant project staff, conduct periodic risk assessments and prepare the respective risk profiles that facilitate monitoring of the risk component in the project
Proactively identify compliance risks and advise on necessary actions including setting up grant risk register
Provide ongoing user support to ensure the project is operating in compliance with applicable industry best practices and global regulatory guidelines
Support programme and grants staff in grant revisions, modifications, no-cost extensions, or budget realignments
Risk Identification, Analysis and management 35%
Undertake a project risk audit to ensure that all project risks have been identified and sufficient risk mitigation measures put in place to address them.
Establish and maintain project risk register with accurate and updated information and recording the same on Riskonnect
Provide expert support to ensure risk prevention measures are fit for purpose.
Provide training to staff on key control and compliance risk prevention measures
Provide support on internal control/ mitigation design for staff and implementing partners
Participate in the development, dissemination and monitoring implementation of systems, standards, policies and procedures for the identification, collection and analysis of risk related information
Review audit queries and recommendations and ensure sufficient internal controls/risk mitigation measures are put in place.
LIP/Sub grantee Management 30%
In liaison with the Grants and Compliance Manager, support in conducting due diligence for new sub-awardees to ascertain strength and gaps of partner’s systems and inform capacity building initiatives
Ensure partners assessment process is well documented
Support in drafting partner agreements and discuss with the program team and partners.
Review partner agreements to ensure- donor compliance
and budget accuracy.
Participate in the partner progress review meetings to understand partner spend/ forecasting issues
Visit /conduct reviews for all partners to assess program progress
Support discussions with partners on any amendments to implementation plans
Capacity building 10%
Drawing from the partner due diligence ensure there are partner technical capacity assessment in place and implemented accordingly
Participate and/or facilitate capacity building for all staff, grantees and partners aimed at strengthening risk management and compliance in the project
Maintenance of risk management policies and documentation, and other activities focusing on the advancement of risk accountability and culture
Support the convening periodically of the Risk meetings to discuss the project’s risk profile with relevant project staff
Train staff/partners on FRAUD prevention training
Other 5%
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor or designee from time to time
Attend and lead daily devotions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
A University degree in Commerce, Accounting or Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option) from a recognized university.
Professional qualifications in risk management or finance
Must be a member of a finance or risk related professional body
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience at least 3 years spent working in NGO risk and compliance management.
Knowledge on grant requirements of major donors such as USAID, EC/ECHO, DFID and the UN agencies
Experience in fraud awareness and case investigation management.
Broad spectrum programme experience, with strong analytical skills.
Strong relationship builder with a proven track record in forming good business partnerships and utilizing collaborative approaches.
Excellent communication skills, initiative, the ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently is essential.
An unquestionably high level of integrity and ethics.
Experience of working effectively, independently and with minimal supervision.
How to Apply
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