Senior Regional Risk and Compliance Associate

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Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal and internal-equivalent candidates are considered as first-tier candidates.

Under the direct supervision of the Regional Risk and Compliance Officer (RRCO) and overall supervision of the Deputy Regional Director (DRD) for Management, the Senior Regional Risk and Compliance Associate supports the Regional Risk and Compliance Officer (RRCO) in the implementation of institutional policy related to risk identification, management, and treatment in Country Offices (COs) across the Region, including working with the Regional Risk and Compliance Officer (RRCO) to support assessments of reputational, fiduciary, and other types of risk as they relate to strategic planning and subsequent decision-making at both the regional and country level.

The role also supports regional risk registers, fraud‑risk management, enhanced due diligence in high‑risk contexts, Delegation of Authority (DOA) tracking, ERP Governance‑Risk‑Compliance (GRC) module oversight, and implementation tracking of oversight recommendations, as delegated by the RRCO

           Risk Management & Oversight

Support the RRCO in  the integration of risk management with other oversight and control functions, including compliance, internal controls, and due diligence at regional and country levels.

Support monitoring  of assessments of reputational, fiduciary, operational, and programmatic risks, flagging anomalies or non‑compliance to the RRCO.

Contribute to maintaining and updating the Regional Risk Register, ensuring timely consolidation and reporting.

         Country Office Support

• Provide technical assistance to COs in developing and implementing risk treatment plans, especially smaller missions requiring structured support. 
•  Support Regional Thematic Units in their provision of oversight to COs, including project‑level risk management as per the IOM Project Handbook.

•  Provide technical support to COs across the region in their efforts to  strengthening governance, accountability, and compliance frameworks  in coordination with the RRCO. 

   

   

  Fraud Risk Management

• Capacity building logistics & tools: Organize  capacity‑building sessions on fraud risk assessments, including root‑cause analysis and development of fraud risk treatment plans.

• Case preparation (desk‑based):  Compile background documentation and organize files related to allegations of fraud and irregularities in coordination with RRCO and relevant oversight bodies.

• Controls, Compliance & Reporting

• Contribute to maintaining and updating the CCSAT in all COs in the region, ensuring timely consolidation and reporting.
• Support monitoring of internal controls across COs and the RO and provide information and statistics to inform      evaluation of  the effectiveness of mitigation measures and treatment plans.
•  Compile information for lessons‑learned exercises and support documentation of results. 

• Other Duties

• Draft  routine notes, reports,  correspondence, and presentations for senior management.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the RRCO.

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Corporate Governance, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with four years of relevant professional experience; or,

• High School diploma with six years of relevant experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

• Experience in risk management, risk mitigation, crisis management, or corporate governance;

  • Experience in coordinating, supporting, designing, or conducting capacity building or change management initiatives; and,

  • Knowledge and experience in risk management, cybersecurity compliance and security control implementation and maintenance, cybersecurity incident response and recovery.

• Features good communication and strong interpersonal skills;

  • Knowledge of IOM and/or UN financial regulations, policies, procedures and practices is desired;

  • Analytical and reporting skills;

  • Proficient in English with excellent drafting skills; and,

  • Demonstrated ability to innovate and manage transitions.

All IOM staff members in all categories are required to be fluent in one of the IOM's official languages (English, French, Spanish).

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This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.

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