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Job Title:   Compliance Manager

Organisation: FHI 360

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

About US:

FHI 360 is an international non-profit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in health, education, nutrition, environment, economic development, civil society, gender, youth, research, technology, communication and social marketing — creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today’s interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries and all U.S. states and territories.

Job Summary:  The Compliance Manager renders support in the management and coordination of investigations as well as other Office of Compliance and Internal Audit (OCIA) information processing, analysis, and dissemination. Reports discrepancies, ensures investigation plans are well designed, and understands the specific issues to be evaluated. Maintains in-depth understanding of established business process controls. Ensures formal written reports and corrective actions are well defined. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership to the investigations team throughout the investigation cycle which includes initial inquiry/report, analysis, and final report writing.
• Leads investigations of irregularities discovered by internal and external auditor reviews or reported through the hotline or other sources.
• Ensures the investigations documents are received, reviewed, analyzed, and drafted up to organizational standards.
• Ensures documentation relating to the investigative work is complete as required by applicable regulations and department practices.
• Documents processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
• Assists management in compiling and presenting analytical data on internal investigations.
• Reports investigation findings to appropriate management based on the results of regulatory scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and at any time when issues need to be addressed by management.
• Conducts follow-up reviews of financial, operational, or regulatory compliance deficiencies noted during audits.
• Keeps abreast with latest trends in internal controls, investigations, and compliance.
• Initiates and maintains relationships with industry representatives, external auditing firm, co-workers, and others.
• Organizes and formats reports to comply with applicable guidelines and provides appropriate documentation to support conclusions.
• Presents oral and written testimony on basic issues.
• May serve as the Director of Compliance and Investigations in their absence.
• Performs other duties assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent in Law, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a Related Field.
• Certified Fraud Examiners (CFEs), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification is strongly desired.
• Typically requires a minimum of 8+ years of financial analysis experience in investigative role, ethics, compliance, or internal audit.
• Typically requires a minimum of 3+ years of line management experience.
• Prior overseas experience preferred.
• Experience in providing outstanding customer service, performing complex activities associated with ensuring compliance with organization’s system of internal controls is required.
• Project administration experience; experience interfacing with management regarding investigations or internal audit.
• May require audit knowledge and skills in finance/accounting and/or information system operations.
• Knowledge of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) may also be required.
• Familiarity with non-profit and Government Contracting Rules and Regulations, particularly in International Development.
• Demonstrates ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from many sources.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; must be able to work with a minimum of supervision in the conceptualization, planning, management, and implementation of activities.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, project management, and prioritization skills.
• Applies general knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company practices and concepts.
• Familiar with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.

How to Apply:

All candidates who wish to join FHI 360 should apply online at the link below.

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