Risk & Compliance Specialist

Key Responsibilities:

Planning and Management 

• Develop an annual risk assessment plan and facilitate the identification, measurement, evaluation, monitoring and control of risks in World Vision Haiti
• Plan, design and implement the risk management process for the organization

Training and Capacity Building:

• Ensure that all grant staff are thoroughly informed of the organization's policies, regulations, and processes.
• Organize project-wide training and awareness sessions on internal control and risk issues, and provide staff with the tools to understand and manage their responsibilities in risk management and reporting.
• Evaluate compliance systems and ensure that appropriate software is in place

Risk Monitoring and Reporting

• Lead the monitoring and reporting of deficiencies and weaknesses in internal controls and ensure that appropriate corrective actions are taken;
• Provide appropriate advice to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) on the risks that World Vision Haiti is willing or unwilling to take, in accordance with WVI's values.
• Rigorously monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Receive and review reports of suspicious transactions or suspicious activities carried out by staff and report them to SLT
• Analyze common audit findings and propose strategies for improving internal control in all projects in order to mitigate risks.
• To stay informed of the risks arising from changes to relevant regulations and to recommend changes to policies and procedures in consultation with relevant department heads and legal advisors.
• Monitor the landscape, identify associated risks and provide recommendations 
• Actively assist management in crisis management in the event of a business interruption.

Partnership Management

• Conduct an initial and detailed selection of potential partners in accordance with World Vision International's policies and procedures
• Coordinate independent evaluations and financial and programmatic due diligence of partners.
• Monitor the implementation of recommendations and relevant follow-up measures based on partner assessments.
• Continuous assessment of the risks of contractual partners, maintenance of an up-to-date risk register and recommendations on ways to mitigate these risks.
• In consultation with the SLT, assist partners in implementing effective and robust internal controls and financial management systems.
• Ensuring that sub-beneficiaries are well managed and governed, these responsibilities include maintaining good collaboration between stakeholders and respecting the objectives set by the organization.

Compliance Management

• Conducts special reviews and investigations as directed by the Chief of Party and ensures that internal controls are developed and implemented by various departments and partners.
• Stay regularly informed of the risks arising from changes to relevant regulations and recommend changes to policies and procedures in consultation with relevant department heads and legal advisors.
• Conduct spot checks on compliance with finance and program implementation.
• Conduct policy and compliance audits by liaising with the internal and external auditor

Integrated Incident Management System (IIM & Ethic Point)

• Evaluate and analyze new whistleblower reports when received in accordance with WVI's recommended criteria;
• Conduct investigations into whistleblowers and provide advice on appropriate action to take
• Supporting case managers to ensure closure in the WVI system
• Ensuring accountability for investigation findings

Knowledge and Experience

• In-depth knowledge in the field of ethics and compliance.
• Demonstrated ability in writing technical communications and management reports.
• Proven experience and success in working with and mobilizing leadership.
• In-depth knowledge of risk management practices and principles.
• Extensive experience in risk-focused internal auditing with a strong knowledge and understanding of governance practices.
• Have in-depth knowledge of security policies such as ISO standards, control and abuse policies, regulations, monitoring, evaluation, review and reporting associated with auditing.
• Master's degree in Finance, Social Sciences, Business Management or equivalent
• At least 5 years of experience in Risk Management within a complex environment
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Preferred: An MBA or ACCA
• Qualification in enterprise risk management. Strong writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong interpersonal and working relationships in a challenging environment.
• A high degree of accountability and integrity.
• Ability to demonstrate judgment and initiative
• Possess a strong sense of auditing and investigation
• Ability to identify at-risk areas and prescribe measures to minimize risks.
• The position requires the ability and willingness to travel throughout Haiti and abroad up to 20%.

Language requirements:

• Creole
• Francais
• English

Applicant Types Accepted:

Local Applicants Only