The Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Policy & Compliance Officer is responsible for ensuring that KCA University’s policies, procedures, and operations comply with applicable legal, regulatory, and governance requirements. This role focuses on embedding a strong risk management culture across the University while ensuring adherence to institutional and statutory frameworks.
Key Responsibilities
Compliance Monitoring: Monitor adherence to legal and regulatory frameworks including the Commission for University Education (CUE), HELB, Data Protection Act, OSHA, Employment Act, and other relevant statutes.
Risk Assessment: Conduct compliance risk assessments and conformance reviews; recommend corrective actions and monitor the closure of identified findings.
Conformance Guidance: Guide risk owners on conformance testing and follow up on remediation actions to ensure gaps are addressed.
Audit Support: Support internal audit readiness, regulatory inspections, reporting, and general compliance processes.
Capacity Building: Identify capability gaps and facilitate staff training sessions on compliance, risk management, and ethical standards.
Policy Management: Maintain policy registers and compliance documentation. Develop, review, and maintain ERM and compliance policies, frameworks, standards, and guidelines.
Cultural Alignment: Promote the understanding of the role and benefits of embedding risk management into organizational policies. Assess the extent to which risk culture and risk appetite are demonstrated through staff behavior.
Advisory & Analysis: Advise on appropriate risk management methodologies and tools. Analyze management information to recommend improvements for risk management practices.
Systems & Stakeholders: Ensure efficient operation of risk reporting systems. Build and maintain productive stakeholder relationships through effective communication and consultation.
Qualifications and Experience
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, Public Administration, or a related field from an accredited institution.
Experience: A minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in finance, audit, compliance, or risk management.
Professional Certifications: Possession of any of the following is an added advantage:
Certified Regulatory Compliance Manager (CRCM)
Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
ICA Certifications
Financial Risk Manager (FRM)
Professional Risk Manager (PRM)
IRM Certifications
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) and regulatory frameworks within higher education.
Analytical and problem-solving skills.
High level of integrity and ethical judgment.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
Strong organizational and documentation skills.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should visit the KCA University website or apply via the portal links provided. Applications must be submitted by the deadline specified.
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