Ethics & Investigations Officer at Rite Foods Limited

Location: Ososa, Ogun state

Job Purpose

The Ethics & Investigations Officer role is to promote and uphold ethical standards, integrity, and compliance across the organization by managing investigations into alleged misconduct, fraud, and policy violations. You will be responsible for receiving, assessing, and investigating reports of unethical behavior, ensuring fair, objective, and confidential handling of cases. The role supports organizational governance by enforcing the code of conduct, mitigating risks, and fostering a culture of transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and assess complaints or reports of misconduct, fraud, and ethical violations.
• Conduct thorough, objective, and confidential investigations into alleged breaches of company policies and code of conduct.
• Gather, analyze, and document evidence, including interviews, records, and data analysis.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports with findings, conclusions, and recommendations.
• Ensure investigations are conducted in line with legal, regulatory, and organizational standards.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and integrity throughout the investigation process.
• Liaise with relevant departments such as HR, Legal, Internal Audit, and Compliance during investigations.
• Monitor and track reported cases to ensure timely resolution and closure.
• Identify root causes of misconduct and recommend preventive and corrective actions.
• Support the development and enforcement of ethics policies, procedures, and codes of conduct.
• Promote awareness of ethical standards through training and communication initiatives.

Qualification

• First Degree or its equivalent in Accounting, Finance, Economics or any other related discipline.
• Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ relevant internal control experience on similar role.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Strong investigative and fact-finding abilities
• Ability to analyze complex information and identify inconsistencies
• Experience in evidence gathering and case documentation
• Understanding of corporate ethics, compliance frameworks, and governance practices
• Knowledge of fraud risk management and internal control principles
• High level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive matters
• Strong ethical standards and objectivity