Risk and Compliance Associate SC6 - Jordan

Organizational Context

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, dedicated to saving lives in emergencies and building pathways to peace and prosperity through food assistance. WFP operates in diverse, multicultural environments, emphasizing inclusivity, professional development, and collaboration to reach millions globally. This role is based in Amman, Jordan.

Job Purpose

The Risk and Compliance Associate will support the Country Director in embedding risk management practices across WFP Jordan's operations. This involves assisting in the regular updating of risk registers, monitoring mitigation actions, and supporting risk assessments at country and field levels. The role will contribute to identifying and evaluating risks, drafting mitigation strategies, and preparing risk information for reporting. Additionally, the Associate will support the collection and analysis of data for assurance exercises, assist in preparing for audits, and promote adherence to anti-fraud and anti-corruption policies. This position plays a crucial role in enhancing operational effectiveness, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring compliance with WFP policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

The role involves comprehensive support for risk management activities across an organization. Key responsibilities include integrating risk management into daily planning and decision-making processes, and maintaining up-to-date risk registers, tracking the implementation of mitigation actions. This position supports the collection and analysis of performance data and feedback to identify areas for improvement and explore new risk management approaches. It also entails conducting risk assessments at various levels, identifying and evaluating risks and internal controls, and assisting in the development of mitigation strategies and reporting. The role requires collaboration with functional experts to identify emerging trends and develop checklists aligned with organizational policies. Furthermore, it involves utilizing risk management tools to analyze data from assurance exercises, oversight missions, and evaluations, contributing to strategic plans and annual reports. Training needs are to be identified to enhance understanding of the risk management lifecycle and compliance. The role also supports the development of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for risk and accountability processes, assists in audit preparations by gathering documents and tracking recommendations, and promotes anti-fraud and anti-corruption policies. Additional duties may include serving as a focal point for Business Continuity Management (BCM) and Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI).

Work Experience

Experience required includes contributing to risk management activities, participating in risk analysis and mitigation initiatives, and conducting monitoring and reporting. Candidates should possess knowledge of results hierarchy, performance metrics, and measurement. Additionally, experience in inter-unit communication regarding impact, timing, or planning, along with basic knowledge of governance and organizational structures, is expected.

Skills

Risk management, Compliance, Policy application, Control implementation, Data analysis, Risk assessment, Mitigation planning, Reporting, Training delivery, Fraud prevention, Audit support, Business continuity, Organizational conflict of interest management

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