Compliance Officer at Centre for Integrated Health Programs (CIHP)

CODE: COM-02   

• The incumbent will provide support for the formulation and articulation of Risk Management philosophy, emphasizing risk tolerance levels/stance and threshold points for various elements of risk; review standard operating manuals, policies and procedures and ensure that they are in line with the rules and regulations of institutional donors, advising updates where required.
• S/he will identify potential areas of compliance vulnerability and risk; develop/implement corrective action plans for resolution of problematic issues, and provide general guidance on how to avoid or deal with similar situations in the future.
• The job holder will use initial and interim assessments of their compliance status, prepare what is required to achieve a satisfactory level of compliance and coordinate periodic field visits to ensure timely implementation.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Ability: 

• University degree in Accounting, Finance or its equivalent.
• ICAN, ACCA or recognized equivalent is a requirement.
• At least five years’ post NYSC financial Management experience with at least 2 years of NGO experience in a similar position in a CDC/USAID funded project.
• Experience and professional qualification experience in budgeting, financial management and finance.
• Working knowledge of USG rules and regulation including HSS grant policy, 45 CFR 75, A122 other donor regulations and GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles).
• Ability to work collaboratively with program staff and stakeholders across organizational boundaries; Possess mentoring, leadership and soft skills including confidentially, integrity etc