• Application Deadline: Thu, 13 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: Compliance Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate



• Experience 2 years



• Location Abuja




• Job Field Risk Management and Compliance 
  
  

The Role

• The Compliance Officer will support the provision of an independent, objective assurance and risk evaluation designed to add value and improve the organization's operations.


• He/she will support the audit team to accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.


• The prospective candidate should be objective and independent and can analyse documents/business risks holistically with the view to providing quality recommendations to the audit team and the senior management team at large.


• The candidate should be focused, proactive, able to communicate in plain English, both orally and in writing, and can present audit findings in a standard audit report format for management’s decision-making.


• He/she must have sufficient experience to be able to prioritise his/her workload and work with minimal supervision.


• The post holder is required to demonstrate objectivity, initiative, energy, persistence; result driven; integrity and discretion, enthusiasm, and commitment to personal development in the excellent delivery of work against these responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with the audit team to develop and implement MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices’ annual audit plan·


• Identify and collate MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices' Internal & External Risks and suggest ways to mitigate the risks to the audit unit and the SMT.


• Interact with various departments for MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices’ policy development and modification.


• Evaluate MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices’ projects/business processes and transactions to analyze productiveness of controls and risk alleviation.


• Ensure employees’ actions comply with policies, standards, procedures, and applicable laws and regulations. Determining the organization’s compliance with relevant laws and regulations


• Ensure resources are acquired economically, used efficiently, and protected adequately.


• Ensure quality and continuous improvement are fostered in MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices control processes.


• Assist in carrying out MSI Nigeria Reproductive Choices’ Anti-Fraud & Bribery trainings & sensitization programmes at theregional levels.


• Conduct risk-based audits of finance, procurement, vendor management, inventory, fleet, and fixed asset processes.


• Review financial and operational transactions to ensure compliance with organizational policies, donor requirements, and regulatory standards.


• Perform periodic petty cash reviews, cash counts, and expenditure verification to assess the adequacy of internal controls.


• Evaluate procurement and vendor management processes to ensure transparency, value for money, and compliance.


• Conduct inventory and warehouse audits, including stock verification, reconciliations, and investigation of variances.


• Review fleet management activities, including fuel usage, vehicle utilization, maintenance, and transport controls.


• Verify the existence, safeguarding, movement, and disposal of fixed assets and ensure asset records are accurate.


• Provide spot check and compliance oversight for the Southwest (SW), North Central (NC), Northwest 3 (NW3), and Abuja Support Office (ASO).


• Prepare and monitor implementation of corrective actions, and support investigations into fraud, misconduct, and policy violations.


• Identify risks and control weaknesses, recommend improvements, and support compliance awareness and anti-fraud initiatives across assigned regions and functions.


• Issue periodic reports to the Audit Manager summarizing results of audit findings at the centres, regional offices & the SM unit.


• Any other task assigned by the Country Director, the Line Manager, and any other superior officer

Key Experience/Qualification

• B.Sc. in Accounting, Finance, or related fields


• Minimum of 2 years’ post-NYSC experience in a similar role.


• A member of any recognized professional body will be an added advantage. E.g., ACCA, ACA, CIA, etc.


• Fluency in English, both oral and written.


• Ability to present audit reports in a succinct format

Skills Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain findings and insights.


• Integrity – The candidate should demonstrate high ethical work standards.


• Travels – Ability to travel for at least 30% of the overall work schedules.


• Independence – Ability to work alone with little or no supervision.


• Diversity – Ability to change with current trends and affairs.


• Persuasiveness – Ability to effectively communicate the necessary course of action.


• Assertiveness – Be confident during the audit process and take control of the agenda.


• Reliability – They must be ready to be available for all critical audit processes by investing their time and energy


• Good team player and strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.


• Excellent document review skills.


• Good judgment and strong initiative


• Candidate must be able to work under pressure with keen attention to detail.


• Excellent organizational skills and ability to interact effectively with third parties.


• Strong ability to think strategically, creatively, and innovatively.


• High professionalism, self-motivation, efficiency, and results-oriented delivery on short timelines.