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• Manage the implementation of all aspects of the risk functions of WV
  Uganda, including risk identification, analysis and management
• Lead and define WV Uganda Enterprise Risk Management framework and
  the development of WV Uganda Risk Register.
• Advise Senior Leadership Team on risk management and to incorporate
  risk considerations into strategic decision-making and ensure alignment
  between NO strategy and WV Risk Policy
• Steer the implementation of WV Internal Audit and external audit
  recommendations. Ensure all recommendation are being implemented within
  the agreed time lines and report on progress to WV Uganda National
  Director and Finance Director.
• Coordinate the quarterly review of WVU Risk Register, which involves
  comparing estimated risks with criteria established by the organization
  such as costs, legal requirements and environmental factors, and
  evaluating the organization’s previous handling of risks
• Lead WV Uganda Risk Management Committee and ensure the updated Risk
  Registers are communicated across the offices in all levels.
• Represent WV Uganda Management in Board Audit and Risk Committee
  meetings.
• Be a key member of WV Uganda Integrated Protocol Hotline (IPH)
  Committee, and manage WV Uganda Integrated Incident Management Reporting
  (IIMS)
• Liaise with WV Global Investigator unit in conducting whistle-blower
  investigations, and ensure ultimate accountability on investigation
  conclusions follow through by line management.
• Conduct special reviews & investigations directed by the
  National Director or SLT and ensure that internal controls are developed
  and implemented by various departments, Programs/Projects, Clusters and
  Bases
• Liaise with WV Uganda external auditor and coordinate WV Uganda
  Annual Statutory/External Audit
• Manage and consolidate WV Uganda annual Internal Control
  Self-Assessment (ICSAT)
• Conduct organization-wide training and awareness sessions on
  internal control and risk issues; and establish risk awareness and
  zero-fraud culture within WV Uganda
• Develop and submit quarterly reports on risk status of WV Uganda to
  Finance Director and National Director.

• The ideal candidate for the World Vision Enterprise Risk Manager
  career opportunity must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business
  Management or related field with a subject of study in Risk Management.
  Certified Risk management is preferred.
• Three to five years’ experience working in Risk Management or
  related field.
• Experience working in a large international organization and
  communicating cross-culturally.
• Strong writing and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Deep understanding of identification and management of
  organisational potential and inherent risks
• Comprehensive knowledge of risk management practices and principles
• Extensive experience in risk-based internal audit with strong
  knowledge and understanding of governance practices, internal control
  systems and ability to monitor risk management activities, internal audit
  and assurance practices
• Persistence and ability to overcome resistance or challenge
  differing perspectives with well-reasoned and logical explanations
• Strong communication skills able to tailor communication to required
  audience
• Solid know-how in sponsorship programs, standards and requirements
  is highly desired
• Demonstrated ability in monitoring and tracking compliance with
  policies and procedures
• Experience in audit management
• Ability to identify risk areas and prescribe measures to minimize
  risks
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with all levels
  of staff and donors
• Strong interpersonal and human relational skills
• Proven ability to cultivate and maintain strong interpersonal and
  working relationships in a dispersed international context.
• Membership in a professional risk management association, or
  willingness to obtain within 1 year.

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