Regional Compliance Officer at Conservation International

Kenya
Permanent
Full-time

2 months ago

Conservation International is an American nonprofit environmental organization headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. Its goal is to protect nature as a source of food, fresh water, livelihoods and a stable climate.Regional Compliance OfficerThe Regional Compliance Officer (RCO) will support the Finance and Operations Leadership for Africa by monitoring country program implementation of operational policies and procedures, including finance, grants management, human resources, and other operational functions performed in the Africa country program offices. The RCO will perform systematic sampling and testing of financial and operational activity for compliance with Conservation International's internal policies/procedures and external requirements. The RCO will also work under the guidance of the Deputy Director ERM to implement CI's Risk-based Approach, including a plan to monitor the operations of the region, designed to identify potential chances/incidents of non-compliance and fraud.The position is based at any of our African country offices, reporting to the Finance and Operations Senior Director. The RCO will also work very closely with the appropriate staff in the finance, Grants & Contracts, HR, and Global Administration divisions to facilitate consistent application of policies and procedures globally and disseminate lessons learned.RESPONSIBILITIESFinancial Monitoring

Perform a combination of random and targeted sampling protocols to review the accuracy, legitimacy and compliance of financial activity throughout the division. Test transactions and support documentation across several protocols, including the review of original (or scanned) source documentation. Maintain complete and accurate work papers that will be reviewed by the internal and external auditors.
Perform detailed review of monthly accounting schedules and reconciliations prepared by each country office for completeness, timeliness and accuracy. Advise the Sub-Regional Operations leads, internal auditor and Director of Field Accounting of any irregularities.

Operations Monitoring

Perform a combination of random and targeted sampling protocols to review the accuracy, legitimacy and compliance of operational activity throughout the division, including Human Resources, procurement/preferred vendors, fixed assets & equipment, and safety & security. Test the transactions and support documentation across several protocols including the review of original (or scanned) source documentation. Maintain complete and accurate work papers that will be reviewed by the internal and external auditors.

Grants Management Monitoring

Perform a combination of random and targeted sampling protocols to review the accuracy, legitimacy and compliance of grant-making operations activity throughout the division. Test the transactions and support documentation across several protocols including the review of original (or scanned) source documentation. Maintain complete and accurate work papers that will be reviewed by the internal and external auditors.
Ensure compliance with CI's Grants and Contracts policies and procedures.

Internal audit support and Project/Donor assessment

Work with Risk and Internal Audit departments to facilitate resolution of internal audit findings.
Work with Risk Management, Internal Audit, US Finance, Grants Management and HR teams to develop capacity building tools and training modules for compliance and management training.
Liaise with the Risk Management, Internal Audit, US Finance, Grants Management and HR teams as required to ensure implementation of best practices and changes to CI's policy environment. Work with the Risk & Internal Audit departments to identify compliance vulnerability and risk and proactively develop corrective measures.
Assist with internal compliance investigations as requested.

Training & Assurance

Support institutional training efforts related to compliance & policy implementation.
Support compliance and assurance efforts both globally and within the country programs.
Support Sub-Regional Operations leads by performing a mentor/guide role to the country programs within the division to ensure compliance with donor policies and local HR/Finance/Operations policies.

People and Resource Management Responsibilities

This position does not manage staff, an operating budget, or public or private funds. Typically assists peers, temporary employees, contractors, or volunteers.

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Supervisor.WORKING CONDITIONS

This position follows a hybrid work structure, working some days from the office and some remotely. Guidance will be shared during the interview process.
May need to work beyond normal work hours to meet reporting deadlines.
May travel to projects sites from time to time, within and outside of Kenya.

QUALIFICATIONSRequiredIn-depth understanding of the field’s concepts and principles. Performs complex tasks and has some latitude for determining appropriate processes to follow. Ability to foster teamwork. Management skills. Written communication skills. Ability to identify and seek needed information/research skills. Analytical thinking skills. Detail-oriented. Ability to meet deadlines. Mathematical skills. Accounting skills.

Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, business administration, or a related field.
4 to 6 years of progressive experience in operations management (finance, HR, administration, donor compliance), four of which performing audits of nonprofit organizations, preferably in both a public accounting and internal audit context or 4-years in nonprofit accounting.
2 years of experience in Risk-based Approach to financial audit.
Demonstrated understanding of compliance requirements of bilateral and/or multilateral funding sources, including USAID, World Bank, GEF/GCF, European Union, etc.
Understanding of risks and related relevant controls in the grant cycle,e including program, financial and procurement cycles.
Ability to present, discuss, and report on compliance with financial, grants management and donor management team members of varying levels.
Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain effective document and support files for accountability and audit purposes.

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