Compliance Manager at Heartland Alliance Limited / GTE (HALG)

Heartland Alliance Limited / GTE (HA) is an indigenous non-governmental organization established to address the human rights needs of vulnerable persons in the society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Compliance Manager

Location: Regional Office, Abuja - KP CARE 1 Project
Job Type: Full-time
Reports to: Director of Finance and Operations

Job Summary

• The Compliance Manager ensures that KP-CARE 1 project operations at Heartland Alliance LTD/GTE (HALG) comply with internal and external guidelines, including donor requirements.
• The role involves developing compliance plans, conducting assessments, and ensuring adherence to financial controls and policies.
• The Compliance Manager will also evaluate internal operations, manage audit processes, and ensure risk mitigation through training and internal control mechanisms.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop compliance plans for the KP CARE 1 project in line with donor and HALG requirements.
• Perform compliance assessments, reviewing financial controls, guidelines, and regulations.
• Conduct periodic assessments of field operations to ensure policy compliance.
• Test and report on internal control systems, targeting high-risk areas.
• Ensure proper tracking and monitoring of contracts and agreements.
• Provide compliance training to staff and partner organizations.
• Implement internal control mechanisms and oversee asset insurance policies.
• Investigate cases of fraud or mismanagement as needed.
• Produce regular reports on compliance performance and risk areas.

Qualifications

• B.Sc / HND in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACA, ICAN) is advantageous.
• 7 years of experience (5 in international NGOs) in similar roles involving grant management and project design.
• Strong independent working skills and proactive communication are essential.

Application Closing Date
27th September, 2024.