Risk Management and Compliance Officer

JOB SUMMARY

The Risk Management and Compliance Officer will be responsible for the development, review and implementation of risk and compliance management strategy, framework, policies and procedures to ensure long term sustainability of KCIC, security of company assets, protection of the rights of funders, beneficiaries, stakeholders and compliance with policy, statutory and regulatory requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Develop and implement a risk management framework to ensure sustainable operations, policy and regulatory compliance;
Develop and monitor key risk appetite metrics and risk indicators for mainstreaming risk assessment in planning and decision making;
Coordinate regular updating of risk register and implementation of the risk mitigation measures;
Provide support to managers in analyzing and strengthening existing processes on risk & compliance issues and maintaining an effective internal control environment to support operational efficiency;
Train staff and inculcate a risk culture within KCIC
Monitor implementation the recommendations of the internal audit, external audit and the Board’s Audit and Risk Committee;
Develop and implement risk reporting score cards for individual units and KCIC as a whole;
Monitor resource application in conformity with strategic plans/project plans, current policies and procedures, and donor funding agreements and requirements;
Review internal control systems for adequacy with clear accountabilities and conduct regular and ad hoc risk assessments to identify and evaluate risks;
Develop comprehensive risk information packs for stakeholders such as management, the Board, donors, and partners;
Analyze reports and data by various units to identify and manage potential risks.

Qualification

Bachelor’s Degree in Law, Business Administration, Risk Management, Finance or any other related field from a recognized University;
A Master’s Degree in related field will be an added advantage;
Relevant Professional qualification such Certified Public Accountant (CPA),
Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Risk Management Professional ( CRMP);
Membership of a professional body.

Experience

Seven (7) years’ experience in Risk Management and Compliance with knowledge of current best practices and trends;
At least three (3) years’ experience with donor funded organization;
Knowledge and experience in risk management principles, practices and processes.

Functional Skills

Analytical Skills
Planning and Organizational Skills
Communication Skills
Report Writing Skills
Problem Solving Skills
Behavioral Skills
Professionalism and Integrity
Interpersonal Skills
Innovation and Creativity
Reliability and Adaptability
Team Player

Interested candidates are invited to complete and submit the KCIC Employment Application Form under the apply button and then send their up-to-date CVs with their contact details, copies of academic and professional certificates, details of current and expected remuneration, the names of three professional referees and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet our requirements to hr@kenyacic.org. The subject of the email should be the position being applied for.

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