Chief Ethics Officer at Security and Exchange Commision

Job Description:
Develop and communicate the corporate values of the Commission and incorporate them into a code of ethics
Develop, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the Commission’s ethics programme
Develop and maintain confidential procedure for handling and processing of complaints and allegations as appropriate
Craft and ensure dissemination of corporate ethics statements, support forms and relevant tools
Lead annual corporate governance audits and present findings to the executive management team.
Create a reporting system and procedure for employees and other stakeholders to report ethical lapses or illegal activities
Ensure consistency and integration of ethics policy with corporate philosophies and practice
Design and deliver ethics training programmes to familiarise employees with the Commission’s compliance and ethical goals
Ensure that the Commission’s code of ethics is a dynamic document and that it is modified to reflect changing attitudes and concerns within the business world.
Lead / refer investigations of reported unethical activities as appropriate
Produce periodic reports to executive management and the Board on the state of the Commission’s ethical affairs.

Requirements:
Minimum of 20 years relevant experience (Advanced degrees an advantage)
Corporate governance knowledge and experience a must
Strong conviction about right & wrong and proven track record of strong ethical conduct
Strong desire to ensure that the interests of all parties are protected in all that the Commission says and does.
Strong Leadership and people management skills
Relevant IT skills

Retired judges and ex-intelligence corps members are strongly encouraged to apply.