Qualifications and experience:
Must have a minimum diploma in compliance/law/business administration/science or equivalent.
A Degree in law is an advantage
A certification in implementing and managing quality management systems
A certification in internal auditing/lead auditor:
Occupational Certificate: Compliance Officer (NQF 6)
PGDip in Management Practice, specialising in compliance management)
Experience and Skills required:
Must have an understanding of compliance laws/regulations/standards, entrepreneurial skills and confidence in handling data.
3 - 5 years prior experience in compliance and/or risk management roles in the trade, distribution and processing environments (experience in food, chemical sectors will be an advantage)
Familiarity with ISO 9001/14001
Have the ability to think startegically
Superior attention to detail in order to identify and correct risks in the business operations
Must be a strong communicator and capable of expressing oneself clearly both speaking and in writing in English
Possess a collaborative personality and be open to suggestions from team members and to offering opinion/suggestion
Exemplify strong knowledge of industry protocols and best practices
Excellent analytical skills and ability to accurately interpret complex documents and policies
Strong time management and organizational skills and able to meet deadlines
Should have a strong moral code and sense of ethics
An understanding of market in trade and distribution of industrial chemicals
Ability to work remotely from compliance team
In your position as compliance officer, you will be responsible for:
Masterminding and reviewing existing compliance policies and protocols on behalf of the organization
Maintain and implement a compliance program to ensure the organization operates in accordance with global and regional legislation and regulations and organisation internal strategies and policies
Monitor and track compliance metrics and systems
Review any marketing materials and publications to ensure it is compliant
Remain up to date on compliance standards, regulations and laws related to the organization and update policies accordingly
Perform compliance audits internally throughout all pillars of the business to determine whether establish protocols are being followed and where they can be improved
Liaising with various assessing bodies for purposes of external assessments and audits, and assisting in external audits
Developing training modules and conducting training with staff in relation to all matters related to compliance
Maintain up to date written documentation and policies related to the organization's business activities
Create compliance resource library for staff members to reference when they have questions