Recrutement de 01 Risk and Compliance Officer _CST Level II

Recrutement de 01 Risk and Compliance Officer _CST Level II
Qualified women and people with physical impairments are strongly encouraged to apply.




WFP celebrates and embraces diversity.

It is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all its employees and encourages qualified candidates to apply irrespective of race, colour, national origin, ethnic or social background, genetic information, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, HIV status or disability.









Do you have experience in providing specialized support in the establishment of risk assessment and risk management activities and interested in humanitarian work?

If yes, this opportunity is for you!





We are looking for candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our humanitarian principles. We select our candidates on a competitive basis, and we are committed to promoting diversity and gender balance.







JOB TITLE:



RISK & COMPLIANCE OFFICER



TYPE OF CONTRACT:



REGULAR CONSULTANCY





GRADE:





CST LEVEL II





DUTY STATION (City, Country):





CONAKRY, GUINEA



DURATION:



11 MONTHS





NUMBER OF POSITION:





ONE (1)





TYPE OF VACANCY:





External







ABOUT WFP



The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency and the leading life-saving and life-changing organisation, providing food aid in emergencies, improving the nutritional status of vulnerable people, providing school meals for children and working with small-scale farmers and communities to improve livelihoods and build resilience.



Why work with us?



Although rich in natural resources, Guinea faces major socio-economic challenges. The poverty rate is alarming, and 21.8 % of households are food insecure. Malnutrition remains high: 6.1 % of children under 5 are affected by global acute malnutrition, 24.4 % are stunted, and 12 % are underweight.



WFP has been present in Guinea since 1964 providing nutritious and immediate food assistance to affected populations during and in the aftermath of crises. WFP Guinea Country Office works in partnership with the Government to improve children’s school attendance and performance, enhance nutrition among the population, increase people’s livelihoods, build sustainable food systems and communities’ resilience to shocks whilst improving their access to profitable and stable agricultural markets.





What is in for you?





➡️ WFP offers a highly inclusive, diverse and multicultural working environment.



➡️ WFP invests in the personal & professional development of its employees through a range of trainings, accreditation, coaching, mentorship and other programs as well as through internal mobility opportunities.



➡️ A career path in WFP provides an exciting opportunity to work across various country, regional and global offices around the world, and with passionate colleagues who work tirelessly to ensure that effective humanitarian assistance reaches millions of people across the globe.



➡️ WFP offers a competitive benefits package including salary, leave plus a medical insurance.



Join us to make a difference in WFP Guinea, watch this video to know more about us!!





ORGANISATIONAL FRAMEWORK:



This position is based in the Country Office of WFP in Guinea-Conakry and reports directly to the Country Director (CD)or to his/her designate.



How can you make a difference?



Under the direct supervision of the Country Director or his/her delegate, you will be responsible for:



Contribute to embedding risk management in planning and decision-making across the office and all aspects of WFP operations through monitoring of key risk appetite metrics and risk indicators, and regular updating of risk registers, including progress towards implementing the risk mitigation actions.
Support the collection of feedback and data on risk performance and contribute potential new implementation approaches.
Support relevant managers in their regular and ad hoc risk assessments in regional, country and field offices to: identify and evaluate risks; contribute to the development and design of mitigation actions; assess effectiveness of the internal controls; and prepare risk information for management to share with external stakeholders.
Support the discussion with functional experts and risk management focal points on: identifying trends and emerging issues; contributing to the preparation of guidance and/or checklists in conformity with WFP policies and rules on periodic risk and/or control assessments;
Utilize available risk management tools to link risk, oversight and evaluation information; review and analyze risk management activities, exposures and mitigation actions in draft Country Strategic Plan (CSP)/Interim CSP including budget revisions.
Collect information/training needs and contribute to the preparation of training programmes or information sessions for colleagues and partners to enhance understanding of risk management and compliance with WFP policies, rules, regulations and procedures.
Using the Three Lines Model, participate in the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) by First Line colleagues for managing the risk and accountability process, including criteria for conducting risk and accountability missions, training materials and modules, etc., to minimize risk to the organization.
Contribute to management accountability across functional units, including through the preparation of comprehensive reports summarizing the status of compliance of internal controls, key oversight themes, and using risk information (e.g., risk indicators, incident reporting) to highlight areas out of risk appetite and contribute ideas on required actions in areas of risk and compliance vulnerability.
Support the completion of the annual Executive Director’s Assurance exercise survey, collect and review inputs.
Support managers to prepare and plan for Internal Audit and External Audit, collect essential documents, organize briefing meetings and follow-up on recommendations.
Support the promotion and dissemination of the 2021 Revised Anti-Fraud and Anti-Corruption (AFAC) Policy and WFP’s adherence to Zero Tolerance for Inaction, including assisting managers in their fact-finding reviews and fraud risk assessments by collecting and analyzing data on fraud incidents, fraud risk metrics, and fraud risk appetite, supporting training in AFAC standards.
Other duties as required including potentially serving as Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI) focal point (e.g., supporting OCI avoidance plans and procedures).




WFP Leadership Framework

 

These are the common standards of behaviour that guide HOW we work together to accomplish our mission.





Leads by Example with Integrity

Drives Results and Delivers on Commitments

Fosters Inclusive and Collaborative Teamwork

Applies Strategic Thinking

Builds and Maintains Sustainable Partnerships

Lives the WFP values and shows humanity and integrity by role modelling care for others

Delivers on commitments and adapts readily to change

Is inclusive and collaborative, and contributes to a culture of learning and personal growth

Demonstrates commitment to gather perspectives, analyse options and risks, and propose new ways of doing things

Builds and nurtures  external partnerships and collaborates with partners to deliver common objectives

Different expectations of behaviour are defined depending on your grade and role/responsibilities within WFP.



To join us in saving lives, changing lives, you will have for...



Education:

Advanced University degree in business/public administration, finance, accounting, international development, audit or other relevant field, or First University degree with additional years of relevant work experience and/or training/courses in audit, performance and risk management or other related fields.


Experience:


At least three (3) years of progressively responsible professional postgraduate experience related to programme/project management, experience in undertaking and/or contributing to risk management activities, including assessing and recommending effective internal controls and mitigation actions, in various organizations preferably those that use modern enterprise risk management frameworks, techniques and systems.







Knowledge & Skills:





Hands-on knowledge of governance, organizational structures, strategy and major initiatives of international organizations.
Experience in writing for governing body and senior management audiences.
Knowledge of governance, organizational structures, strategy and major initiatives of international organizations.
Has participated in risk analysis and risk mitigation strategies development and/or implementation.
Has participated in conversations with other units on impact, timing or planning initiatives, using analytical, evaluative and problem-solving skills as well as resourcefulness, initiative, good judgement, tact and diplomacy.
Has contributed to risk management activities, including assessing and recommending effective internal controls and mitigation actions, preferably in organizations that use modern enterprise risk management frameworks, techniques and systems.


Languages:



Fluency (Level C) in English language. Intermediate knowledge (level B)