Internal Controller And Compliance

ROLE PURPOSE: Reporting directly to the Country Director, the Internal Controller and Compliance (ICC) is accountable for assessing, monitoring and help mitigating both internal and external risks across the Country Programme; and providing effective challenge to the quality of management oversight on key functions within the Country Programme. Developing high quality approaches and systems, the ICC works closely with function/department leads and other senior staff, ensuring effective monitoring and response to external risks, associated with: local government and authorities, compliance with policy and regulations, legal and local political issues. Collaborating with teams across the country programme, the Save the Children International (SCI) Regional Office, Global Assurance and Centre for relevant areas.The ICC will also ensure that high quality, effective systems are in place to monitor and respond to internal risks, associated with but not limited to: partnerships and local NGO relationships, compliance with SCI policy and regulation, child safe guarding, fraud and corruption. Additionally, as a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), the ICC contributes to the overall strategic leadership of the country programme, participating in all SMT processes and leading on relevant SMT tasks.       SCOPE OF ROLE: Reports to: Country Director Staff directly reporting to this post:  None   KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY: External Risk and Quality Assurance: Ensure effective monitoring of the policy and regulatory environment in all areas of operation and collaborate with relevant function/department leads to develop effective response and mitigation measures Maintain relationships with key staff within local authorities and government departments, sharing and collecting appropriate information Maintain relationships with key staff in local and international NGOs, sharing relevant information       Internal Risk and Quality Assurance: Act as an independent and objective assessor of compliance and quality in the country programme Deliver an annual programme of work to high quality and a consistent methodology. Deliver high quality, solutions-focussed, value-adding reports that are solutions-driven. Ensure that function/department leads are aware of critical internal policies and support them in developing plans and measures to mitigate risks Where appropriate, support SCI’s Counter-Fraud unit by leading internal investigations (whistle blowing and fraud), actively participate in the partner assessment process, monitor partnerships with local organisations, raise any concerns or issues with the relevant manager and support the development of mitigation measures including delivery of child safeguarding, fraud and corruptions training, and support to internal review of financial procedures and review of financial reports. Work closely with the Finance Director to ensure effective external and internal audit processes Work closely with Supply Chain departments in the procurement process Ensure the effective implementation of the child safe guarding policy across the country programme and that all staff access CSG training and support     Play a key influencing role in building the control environment and broadening the understanding of risk, controls, oversight and accountability in the organisation Country Programme Leadership: Participate in all SMT processes and activities and lead relevant SMT actions Directly advise the CD of any changes in the internal or external risk environment, identifying specific risks and potential mitigation plans and actions Be innovative. Explore new areas/methodology to cover unreached i.e were assurance is not adequately provided by any review. Participate in Country Programme operational and strategic planning processes Ensure a high level of SCI policy awareness among all staff in the country   QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Relevant professional qualifications (CPA/CA/ACCA) Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 5 years spent working at NGO Senior Management level Experience in fraud awareness and case investigation management An unquestionably high level of integrity and ethics Computer fluency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working in complex financial systems Understanding of strategic finance issues with strong influencing skills, sharp business acumen and sound judgment Experience of working effectively, independently and with minimal supervision Strong relationship builder with a proven track record in forming good business partnerships and utilising collaborative approaches   Excellent communication skills, initiative, the ability to meet tight deadlines and work independently is essential Strong analytical, problem solving skills. Available to travel frequently to all country locations. Fluent in written and spoken – English/Arabic Desirable Experience with Save the Children award management and financial systems (AMS and Agresso) Experience in audit management Sound understanding of critical SCI policies