Government & Compliance Officer at Workforce Group

Job Description

• To provide enforcement services and associated enforcement support, actively ensuring timeliness of services provided and providing timely information.
• Ensuring Internal Audit & Compliance.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Develop, initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct
• Manage day-to-day operation of the compliance program
• Collaborate with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution
• Consult with general counsel as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues
• Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures
• Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of such violations
• Monitor, and as necessary, coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends
• Provide reports on a regular basis and, as directed or requested, keep the Corporate Compliance Committee and senior management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts
• Institute and maintain an effective compliance communication program for the organization
• Work with the human resource department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees and ongoing training for all employees and managers

Job Specifications

• Good HND/University Degree
• Min. of 3 - 5 years relevant work experience
• Professional qualification e.g. CISSP, CISA,
• Knowledge of internal audit and control
• Knowledge of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
• Working Knowledge of port and shipping industry is of critical advantage

Job Competency Requirements:

• Internal Controls
• Management of Audits
• Risk Management and Governance

Key Performance Indicators:

• Revenue and Shareholder Value Assurance
• Cost Management
• Governance and compliance management