ACCESS FINANCE INTERNATIONAL (AFI) JOB DESCRIPTION Department: Risk and Compliance Title: Chief Risk and Compliance Officer 1.0 Key Objective This position exists to assist the Chief Operations Officer in ensuring that the company functions in a legal and ethical manner while meeting its business goals. The incumbent shall be responsible for overseeing an organization's compliance with government laws and regulations in all the countries the organization operates. Responsibilities include coordinating with management to identify potential risks, implementing policies and procedures to uphold laws and regulations, and monitoring adherence to those policies through developing compliance programs and advising management on possible risks.
2.0 Reporting Relationship Title Of Immediate Supervisor: Chief Operations Officer
Title of Immediate Subordinates: Risk and Compliance Officers: 1Legal & Compliance Officer: 1Exchange Control Officer: 23.0 Duties Facilitating the establishment and implementation of policies and procedures to manage risk effectively.Ensuring compliance with the country's laws.Reporting to management on compliance with laws and regulations.Defining and communicating risk and compliance policies and procedures.Identifying, assessing, and managing compliance risk while meeting regulatory standards.Keeping abreast of regulatory and legislative changes impacting the business.Ensuring an approved written risk management policy is in place.Establishing a culture emphasizing commitment to internal controls and high ethical standards.Working with internal audit to ensure risk management processes are effective.Building and maintaining effective relationships with stakeholders regarding risk and compliance.Supporting audits and providing training on regulatory matters.Communicating compliance requirements to employees.Integrating risk management into planning and operational processes.Monitoring changes in organizational activities and ensuring risks are managed.Facilitating identification and documentation of compliance obligations.Conducting compliance reviews to identify gaps and areas for improvement.Implementing security controls to ensure compliance with business goals.Identifying and monitoring critical risk issues.Performing any other duties as assigned.9.0 Education And Qualifications Minimum and Ideal Qualifications:
A Financial Degree/Equivalent.A Master's degree in business management/Equivalent.Leadership Courses.Business Acumen Awards and Certificates.10.0 Experience Minimum Experience Required: 5 years.
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