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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Senior Manager, Risk Management
Location: Lagos
Division: Business Risk Management
Job Purpose
- To assist Senior and Executive Management with the implementation of proper best practice Risk Management framework, policies and processes; promote competence, awareness and integration, and facilitate an efficient reporting protocol on risk exposures and prevention strategies to key stakeholders.
Job Summary
- Support the Shareholder return strategy by developing and implementing Processes that are aligned to achieving elements on the business score card.
- Participate in the review of business processes (headcount, process optimisation etc), to drive efficiency gains.
- Participate in Contract negotiations to reduce cost and drive MTNN Asset Optimization efforts.
- Provide input into forecasting, planning, and development of the budget for the unit and actively monitor business risk management operations, ensuring expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets.
- Serve the Division’s internal customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
- Serve MTNN’s customers and provide solutions to improve the customer experience.
- Drive an increase in MTNN’s Net Promoter Score
- Collaborate with other business units in the development of business models for use in MTNN and develop measurement strategies to support ongoing strategy development and project optimization.
- Provide timely and quality reports to stakeholders including escalation of risk issues in line with appetite and escalation process.
- Network and build solid relationships with internal units and relevant third parties (e.g. strategic investors, technical and finance partners, business consultants etc.) and develop a close working relationship with relevant information sources to provide an integrated service.
- Partner with MTNN’s Ecosystem Partners to deliver business value
- Review internal and external business environment and provide input into the development of plans for the roll-out of Risk Management in conjunction with the Business Units across MTNN, in alignment with the Group Risk Management Framework.
- Analyse long term implications of actions on the viability of the business from a broad perspective and assess the impact of risk management decisions and recommendations on other areas in relation to the organisation
- Develop, implement and fine-tune methods, processes and systems to enhance divisional performance and ensure MTNN’s operations are driven by best practices to achieve continuous improvement and foster innovation.
- Provide input into the development of risk management policies and procedures and develop operational plans and targets in alignment with MTNN business strategy.
- Implement and maintain Business Risk Management policies and procedures and ensure periodic review of their effectiveness and impact.
- Analyse local conditions utilizing appropriate models and competitor activities and assess potential business risks.
- Facilitate enterprise-wide risk assessments, mitigation and ownership in all Business Units across MTNN including annual Principal Risk assessment workshop with Excom, in line with the Group ERM framework.
- Ensure that ERA (risks management system/ tool) is implemented and fully utilized to automate the risk management process within MTN Nigeria.
- Perform in-depth evaluations on key risks within the organization and assist the business in developing prevention strategies and business continuity plans.
- Provide input into the development of procedures and processes for crisis prevention and management.
- Facilitate the implementation of defined project risk management framework and provide ongoing risk identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting to the stakeholders.
- Support the Insurance unit in its implementation of Insurance risk management per Group framework.
- Provide Enterprise Risk Management reports to stakeholders and contribute to reports to Audit and Risk Committee on a quarterly basis.
- Regularly monitor and review resources of the department ensuring they are allocated and utilized in a cost effective and financially disciplined manner.
- Provide training to management and staff on risk matters and train the use of ERA software,
- Facilitate the application of the risk maturity model across selected risk specialist areas
Requirements
Education:
- B.Sc/B.Eng in Any numerate discipline
- Risk Management qualification would be an added advantage
- Professional Certification - ACA or ACCA or CIA is required.
Experience:
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience in Risk Management in a Telco, Consulting or an audit firm
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an area of specialization; with experience in supervising/managing others
- Experience working in a Large organization
- Manager track record of 3 years or more; with at least 3 years in relevant sector/ industry
- Worked across diverse cultures and geographies advantageous
- At least 3 years financial experience in Business Risk or Auditing
Training:
- Risk management tools
- Computer and systems training
- Project Management
- Principles and practices of ERM
Job Conditions
- Normal MTNN office environment.
- Willingness to travel at any time
- May be required to work extended hours
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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