Risk and Compliance Coordinator at Plan International

ABOUT THE ROLE

• The Internal Control function is part of the second line of defence in the three lines of defence model, supporting the implementation of effective risk management through monitoring the functioning of the country’s internal controls to ensure that these comply with organisational standards, policies, procedures and guidelines. 
• The role reviews systems, procedures, policies, and controls to ensure they facilitate the achievement of overall goals and objectives of the country office resulting in process improvements. The role will also support RCM in coordinating the country self- assessment process, compliance and assessment and management of the country risk processes.

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
Essential:

•  Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting/Economics
•  Professional qualification in accounting/auditing
•  At least 4 years’ experience in internal audit or related experience 
•  Good analytical skills
•  Good interpersonal skills (open minded, pragmatic, diplomatic…)
•  Ability to remain calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
•  Ability to negotiate, persuade and influence
•  Good listener with strong advisory skills
•  Excellent communication skills (writing and speaking skills)
•  Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint
•  Organised, methodical and meticulous.
•  Project management skills

Desirable:

•  First-hand experience and knowledge of working in development sector
•  Familiarity with project management and development sector donor requirements e.g. USAID, ECHO, EU, DFID, DFAT, UN etc
•  Knowledge of [country} legal and regulatory environment
•  Experiencing in Risk Management.
•  Facilitation and coaching skills.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES 
Behaviors:

•  Be committed to our Feminist Principles, and to applying them in your day-to-day behaviour and your work;
•  Understands Plan International’s purpose, priorities, values and approaches in our work context, adhering to relevant policies, processes, practices and standards and being pro-active in continuing technical and professional development.
•  Respecting all people, appreciating differences and challenging inequality in programmes and the workplace. Empowering other staff to give their best and develop their potential.
•  Promotes equality, including gender equality, inclusion and empowerment of young women in Plan’s work and in its work with partners;
•  Role model our values and behaviors both internally and externally. 
•  The ability to build collaborative working relationships; 
•  Uses creativity to challenge the norm and promote innovation and thinks and acts for the wider organization
•  Communicates effectively at a high level and with a range of appropriate styles for different audiences;
•  Builds capability through knowledge sharing, networking, mentoring, coaching and advocates the importance of knowledge management.

Languages required:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.