Overview
Plan International Ghana is seeking an experienced Risk and Compliance Coordinator to support the implementation of effective risk management and internal controls, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing compliance review plans and strengthening internal audit processes.
- Conducting compliance reviews, investigations, and reporting findings.
- Supporting the design of audit tools, facilitating internal control self-assessments.
- Delivering training and guidance on organisational policies, including anti-fraud, anti-bribery, and risk management frameworks.
- Ensuring compliance of contracts, procurement processes, assets, and operational activities.
- Promoting a strong risk management culture and supporting staff and management as a risk advisory resource.
- Coordinating the identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring of risks, including maintaining and updating the Country Risk Register.
- Tracking and reporting on risk mitigation actions and identifying emerging risks.
- Ensuring compliance with donor requirements throughout project lifecycles.
- Coordinating donor audits, spot checks, and monitoring implementation of audit recommendations.
- Supporting partner risk management through due diligence, monitoring corrective actions, and conducting partner audits.
- Serving as the focal point for external audits, including coordinating documentation and ensuring timely follow-up on audit actions.
Required Experience
- At least 5 years’ experience in internal audit, internal control, risk management, or a related area.
- Familiarity with project management and development sector donor requirements e.g. WORLD BANK GROUP, FCDO, USAID, ECHO, EU, DFAT, UN, etc.
- Knowledge of the local legal and regulatory environment.
Qualifications
- University degree in Accounting, Finance, Risk Management, Auditing, or a related field.
- Professional qualification or certification in accounting/auditing (e.g., ACCA, CIA, CPA).
