Risk and Compliance Coordinator – Botswana Open University

Job Description

Botswana Open University is looking for self-motivated, solution-driven individuals who have the ability to work in a multi cultural environment with a proven track record to occupy the position of Risk and Compliance Coordinator.

Main Purpose of the Job
To provide expertise in the management of risk and compliance and ensure there is an effective and robust risk and compliance system in place.

Qualifications and Experience
• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, such as Compliance, Risk, Legal or other related qualifications from a recognised institution.
• Post Graduate Qualification in Enterprise Risk Management
• Training in Compliance Management is an added advantage.
• At least five (5) years post qualification experience in a corporate environment with a risk and compliance role.
• Exposure to corporate and board governance

Key Performance Areas
• Develop an effective and robust framework and system for risk management, monitoring and reporting.
• Coordinate the development, maintenance and review of the corporate risk register, monitor risks and provide timely reports.
• Ensure a robust system of internal controls and control assessment.
• Develop capability around risk governance aligned with the operating model and risk strategy, by providing support, education and training to staff.
• Provide support to the Governing Body on risk governance.
• Develop a sound compliance management programme.
• Develop and implement the compliance framework and policies to manage compliance risks.
• Drive a compliance culture through awareness and trainings.
• Monitor and report on relevant regulatory developments affecting the organisation; and assess whether internal operations are aligned to these developments.
• Carry out any other risk and compliance management responsibilities as may be expected.

Competencies
• Complete multiple assignments, maintain quality, work under pressure, and adhere to deadlines
• Decisive and assertive
• Methodical and organised
• High level of attention to detail
• Resilience and personal drive
• Results and performance driven
• Team player

Application Procedure Applications, together with copies of current CV, relevant certified copies of certificates, Omang and two recent references must be sent before the closing date to the following email address: [email protected]

NB: Hand deliveries will not be accepted.

Please address to; The Director, Human Resources
Botswana Open University
Private Bag BO 187
Gaborone
Tel: 3646024/29

Closing date: 07th July 2023