Risk and Compliance Manager

JOB SUMMARY

The Risk and Compliance Manger plays a pivotal role in assuring Medical Teams International Ethiopia activities are in compliance with a complex array of internal and external policies, procedures and regulations. Under the supervision of the Country Director s/he will evaluate, audit, review, assess and monitor the strength and weaknesses of Medical Teams Ethiopia financial and internal control standards and activities. S/He will have responsibility for the development of tools, systems and training to ensure compliance and effectiveness of risk management, control and operational processes of Medical Teams Ethiopia and its Sub-contractors.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Operational Excellence

• Ongoing review and evaluation of current Medical Teams Ethiopia administrative policies and procedures (HR, Finance, Program, Procurement, Vehicle, IT, etc.) to ensure compliance with global policies; and identify gaps, suggest improvements, and create tools as appropriate.
• Verify whether processes comply with applicable laws and regulations, and donor requirements.
• Review the reliability and integrity of financial information and the means used to identify, measure, classify and report such information
• In coordination with Ethiopia's finance team ensure all activities conducted by subcontractors are compliant with donor guidelines; conduct regular site visits, draft reports and corrective action plans
• Develop and implement procedures and templates for formulating, executing and monitoring subawards
• Verify sub awardee accounting systems, financial reporting and internal controls comply to applicable accounting and financial reporting standards.

Risk Management and Fraud Prevention

• Coordinate the entity wide risk assessment process and ensure that there are adequate tools in place for risk management.
• Prepare and maintain a dynamic annual risk-management plan; perform duties necessary to achieve the internal audit objectives and scope
• Evaluate and review the Internal Control System to ensure that it is functioning as planned; modify as required to meet the changes in operating conditions
• Organize, direct and control internal audit activities with external auditors and relevant regulatory bodies; coordinate the implementation of the auditors recommendations
• Initiate and/or participate in special investigations, ad hoc reviews, and unannounced visits for suspected cases of fraud and other investigations as necessary
• Use appropriate project and financial management tools to determine whether results are consistent with the established goals and objectives and if they are carried out within the budget and time frame
• Provide regular reports and updates to senior management to keep them aware of critical issues
• Coordinates with the Director, Compliance regarding global Compliance initiatives, in-country investigations, and the Ethiopia risk management plan.

Capacity Building

• Coordinate and deliver informal, practical training to operations and program personnel on risk management, internal controls, fraud, etc.
• Identify capacity gaps in sub-contractor operations and conduct skills training and capacity building activities
• Provide guidance to senior management staff in finance and operations in the area of internal controls, fraud prevention, financial management and reporting of donor funds
• Other duties as assigned

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department or organization. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Achieving our mission begins with how we build our team and work together. Through our commitment to enriching our organization with people of different origins, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of thinking, we are better able to leverage the collective power of our teams and solve the worlds most complex challenges. We strive for a culture of trust and respect, where everyone contributes their perspectives and reaches their potential as individuals and teams and collaborates to do the best work of their lives. We recognize that diversity and inclusion is a journey, and we are committed to learning, listening, and evolving to become more diverse, equitable and inclusive than we are today. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to adhere to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Policies.

Safeguarding & Code of Conduct

Medical Teams International is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work, whether team members, community members, program participants or others, are treated with respect and dignity. We are committed to the core principles regarding prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse laid out by the UN Secretary General and IASC. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members. As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive work environment, team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner, respect local laws and customs, and to adhere toMedical Teams International Code of Conduct Policiesand values at all times. Team members are required to complete mandatory Children and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse Policy, Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy Training upon hire and on an annual basis.

NOTE: The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by staff assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of staff in this position. Duties, responsibilities, and skills are also subject to change based on the changing needs of the job, department, or organization. This description reflects managements assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned; The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by Medical Teams International as the requirements of the job change.

We are an equal employment opportunity organization dedicated to our core values of Accountability, courageous, Tenacious, Selfless and Not alone.

Qualified women are highly encouraged to apply.

Department : Compliance

Reports to Direct: Country Director

Technical: Finance Director

Work Days & Hours: Monday-Friday, 40-48 hours/week

SupervisesDirect: NA

Technical: NA

EDUCATION, LICENSES, & CERTIFICATIONS

Required:

• Master's degree or equivalent in finance, accounting, audit, economics, business management, commerce or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)

EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Minimum 7 years of internal audit or other directly relevant experience such as auditing, evaluation of risks/internal controls, etc.

• Substantial history implementing UN and USG-supported projects including providing technical assistance to local organizations in accounting systems, financial management and reporting, internal controls and compliance systems.

• Experience developing administrative and financial policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Commitment to Medical Teams Calling Statement, Core Values and Code of Conduct
• Knowledge of donor regulations, including U.S. Government, UN and EU grant rules and regulations
• Ability to identify key audit issues, present sensitive and difficult audit findings and recommendations to management
• Demonstrated tactful and balanced approach when dealing with matters of potential fraud
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to initiate plan, organize and follow through to meet deadlines
• Ability to be flexible and manage stress, especially in situations which require a high degree of sensitivity, tact, and diplomacy
• Ability to act with integrity and maintain the highest ethical standards