Risk and Compliance Associate

JOB PURPOSE:

As a Risk and Compliance Associate, you will ensure the efficient management of the company’s operations by promoting strict adherence to legal frameworks, regulations, policies, and directives. Your role will focus on optimizing value while actively minimizing risk exposure.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Contribute to the development and implementation of a risk-based audit strategy and annual plan for the company.
• Aid in the development of appropriate policies, procedures, and workflow processes to enhance the effectiveness of the internal audit function in company’s activities.
• Objectively assess the adequacy of governance systems and the management of existing risks, evaluate emerging risks, and propose suitable recommendations to management.
• Prepare relevant reports to facilitate the work of the Audit Committee of the board finance and audit subcommittee in fulfilling its mandate.
• Develop suitable audit programs to address identified risks and other audit objectives outlined in the annual internal audit work plan.
•  Plan and conduct audits to evaluate controls, operational and technical efficiencies, and compliance with relevant laws, regulations, policies, guidelines, and procedures, while ensuring optimization of efficiency, effectiveness, and economy.
• Ensure effective monitoring to ascertain the implementation of recommendations from previous audits and performance reviews in a timely manner.
• Identify and report compliance and risks arising from both internal and external environments.
• Identify compliance issues involving management or individuals with key responsibilities.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Possession of a qualification recognized by IFAC, such as CPA or ACCA or at least advanced level.
• Two years of working experience in auditing, compliance, and risk management with government institutions or state-owned companies or private companies.
• Extensive knowledge and experience in compliance or risk management practices. including the reporting of results.
• Good understanding of risk-based audit and best Enterprise Risk Management practices.
• Results-oriented with a high level of integrity.
• Results-oriented with a high level of integrity.

BENEFITS:

• Professional growth and training
• Medical Insurance covering you and your dependents
• Tools of trade & connectivity
• Communication allowance
• Home Internet

• Fitness club subscription
•  Savings and pension funds
• An exceptional workplace offering growth prospects, continuous learning opportunities, and a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative team."

We aim to provide a great recruitment experience for our candidates while fostering a dynamic and welcoming workplace. Applicants are encouraged to submit application promptly as application are evaluated on a rolling basis. Qualified candidates will be contacted with further communication regarding next stages.