About CRS

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in over 100 countries globally, irrespective of race, religion or nationality through relief and development programs. CRS’ programs include emergency response, disaster mitigation and recovery, health, agriculture, education, microfinance, and peacebuilding among others. For nearly 60 years, CRS has taken the lead in responding to disasters affecting the poor and vulnerable communities in Ethiopia. CRS’ disaster mitigation and recovery interventions in conflict, drought and flood prone areas in the country have restored household and community assets through humanitarian assistance including food, agriculture, health, nutrition, WASH, and peacebuilding projects. 

Job Title:                        Manager II– Risk and Compliance

Band:                              10

Required number:        One

Department:                Operations

Employment Term:      Indefinite term 

Reports To:                 Deputy Country Representative - Operations

Country/Location:       CRS Ethiopia/Addis Ababa

Job Summary

You will be responsible for analyzing moderate to complex project and operational activities using fraud tools to detect and prevent fraudulent activities. In addition, the incumbent will provide high-level review, operational internal controls, and risk management expertise with emphasis on quality reporting and risk management strategies that address organizational accountability and resilience. The post-holder is expected to bring innovative perspectives to the country program to influence and implement fraud and risk management reform in an ever-changing operating environment.

 Roles and Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with audit, risk and compliance leads in HQ and the regional level and CP leadership on implementing and strengthening internal control systems and continuous process performance improvement.

• Develop and implement enterprise risk management systems and processes that are geared towards enhancing fraud risk management and oversight.

• Develop risk models to identify, evaluate and respond to possible risks associated with the CP programmatic and operational activities.

• Lead annual risk assessment and planning process to develop and maintain the CP Risk register, annual risk and compliance plan and ensure the plan is responsive to and aligned with the risk profile of the CP. Strengthen country program processes and standards around country-level and project-level risk management and mitigation planning.

• Perform high level and complex investigations regarding actual and suspected fraud activities, providing oversight and appropriate resolution to the Country Program Leadership. Supports the establishment of fraud risk tolerance guidelines with donors ensuring the risk of exposure of the organization is within these guidelines.

• Lead Risk & Compliance initiative by implementing action plans related to risk assessment and annual planning, review exercises and reporting to the CR, Region, HQ and External stakeholders.

• Serve as lead on all FAM procedures reported within the CP and ensure result based corrective action plans in FAM reporting

• Prepare anti-fraud training materials and lead on all trainings related to fraud prevention, fraud reporting and Risk Management across the country program, partners, and vendors.

• Respond to inquiries of donors, Office of Inspector General regarding fraud risk management issues at the Country program or Partners level.

• Effectively manage talent and supervise. Manage team dynamics and staff well-being. Provide coaching, strategically tailor individual development plans, and complete performance management for direct reports. Monitor and assess performance to ensure adequate capacity for successful support of high-quality programming.

Job Requirements

Basic Qualifications (BQs)

• Bachelor’s degree required. Master’s degree in accounting, Business Administration or other relevant field preferred.

• Accounting or audit certification highly preferred (E.g., ACCA, ICAN, CIA, etc.)

• Association of Certified Fraud Examiner Professional certifications or equivalent mandatory.

• Minimum of 10 years work experience, ideally with an international organization, with progressive responsibility in audit, risk and fraud management. At least 5 of these years of experience must entail audit, compliance, fraud or risk management experience with International Non-Governmental Organization.

• Minimum of 5 years of people management experience.

• Knowledge of audit standards and compliance regulations; knowledge of COSO’s Internal Control Framework or The Institute of Internal Audit’s International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing

 Required Languages - English

 Travel - Must be willing and able to travel up to 40%.

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Strong relationship management skills

• Ability and desire to work well with diverse employees, partners, donors, and other external stakeholders

• Strong analytical, organizational, and systems thinking skills

• Must possess ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Demonstrated progression in career with increasing responsibilities.

• Ability to make sound judgment

 Preferred Qualifications – (If applicable)

•     Sound in Fraud and risk management activities in non-governmental organization

• Familiar with case investigation and fraud risk controls

• Good in data analytics, interpersonal and communication skills

• Self-motivated and be able to work under pressure.

• Coaching and training abilities

 Agency-wide Competencies (for all CRS Staff)

These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results.

•         Integrity

•         Continuous Improvement & Innovation

•         Builds Relationships

•         Develops Talent

•         Strategic Mindset

•         Accountability & Stewardship

 Work Conditions/Environment Conditions

• The position is based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and requires approximately 40% travel.

 Key Working Relationships:

Supervisory Responsibilities: Risk and Compliance Managers – Commodity and General

Internal: Country Program Leadership Team, Country Program Senior Management Team, Regional Office – DRD-MQ; RTA for Risk, HQ Ethics Unit & HQ Global Risk and Compliance.

External: External Auditors, Sub-Recipients, Donor Compliance teams, Office of Inspector General & Government authorities.

 What we offer

CRS offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, vision, generous retirement savings plan and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, mission-driven culture that is committed to improving the lives of the poor throughout the world.

 ***Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. We welcome as a part of our staff people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need. CRS’ processes and policies reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.

 CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation

How to Apply

You should fill the application form through this link: CLICK HERE and attach your up-to-date CV on / before the application deadline November 9, 2023. You will be contacted only if selected for written exam/interview. Phone solicitations will not be accepted. These job opportunities are open to Ethiopian nationals only.

CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. 

** Qualified women & persons with disability are highly encouraged to apply**

CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer