• Application Deadline: Thu, 8 Sep 2022 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Compliance Officer


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 1 - 2 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Finance / Accounting / Audit 
  

Job Description

• Monitor all operational processes or procedures using a compliance management system to ensure that all legal regulations and ethical standards are adhered to.


• Participate in statewide in-country internal control and compliance reviews as well as the implementation of a mitigation plan where required.


• Participate in project kickoff /closure meetings to share lessons learnt from previous projects and highlight donor guidelines.


• Support external audit and the due diligence activities


• Improve on existing procedures and the quality of internal control, based on international best practices, donors’ requirements, and results of internal & external audits.


• Promote adherence to Code of Conduct and other applicable policies.


• Participate in the investigations of any unethical practice if/where it arises within the organization.


• Provide insight on issues that could negatively impact the organization.


• Periodically perform a risk assessment of existing procedures and practices.


• Perform any other related activities as assigned by supervisor.

Qualification, Skills and Personal Attributes

• A Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law or in relation with the position.


• Candidates with CFE, CAMS and ICAN or ACCA qualification or equivalent.


• 1 - 2 years of previous work experience in Audit (external and/or internal) or Compliance.


• Advanced computer skills in MS Office programs


• Excellent communication and writing skills in English.


• Analytical, with an eye for detail and good interpersonal skills


• Organized, efficient and timely in managing assigned tasks


• Professional in appearance and mannerisms with exemplary ethical standards


• Experience working with international NGOs, local civil society organizations, government, bilateral and multilateral donors in a multi-cultural, politically sensitive environment is an advantage.