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The Governance, Risk and Compliance Specialist (Manager) position at UNFPA is responsible for leading the Governance, Risk and Compliance function within the Supply Chain Management Unit. This role involves providing strategic advice on governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance, ensuring that these principles are integrated into decision-making processes. The Specialist will work closely with various stakeholders to enhance accountability and efficiency in supply chain operations. The position also includes capacity strengthening, knowledge sharing, and fostering partnerships to support UNFPA’s mission.
Qualifications and Experience
Education:Advanced university degree required. An advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Business Administration, Law, Public Health disciplines, or other related fields is an added advantage.
Additional assets:Advanced knowledge of governance, risk management, internal control, and compliance frameworks, including their development, implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement. Knowledge of legal and regulatory principles relevant to organizational governance, contractual obligations, compliance, and risk management. Understanding of health systems governance and the broader sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) ecosystem, including the roles of governments, UN agencies, donors, implementing partners, civil society, and private-sector actors, is an asset. Specialist training on internal investigation, grants management and grant compliance, Anti-Corruption, Due-Diligence, Accountability, and/or Enterprise Risk Management. Expert knowledge in Product Quality Assurance practices, including experience in technical evaluations, quality control, and monitoring. Familiarity with international quality standards and regulations for health commodities.
Additional qualifications:Certification/qualification from Association for Supply Chain Management’s (ASCM, formerly known as APICS) SCOR-P) or Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply’s MCIPS, Project Management qualifications and certifications such as PRINCE2® Foundation and Practitioner certifications, PMP® or CAPM® from Project Management Institute (PMI), key certifications in insurance management such as Certified Insurance Management Professional (CIMP), Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Fellow, Life Management Institute (FLMI), Certified Risk Manager (CRM), and Associate in Risk Management (ARM) and/or professional certifications in quality management systems, such as ISO 9001 would be an asset.
Knowledge and Experience:A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in supply chain-related Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) at the international level within one or more of the following: International NGOs or similar global organizations, Donors such as the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), the European Union, the UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) or the United Nations system or equivalent, with an understanding of their compliance and reporting requirements. Regulatory bodies or other organizations for example within police services; with a focus on governance, risk management, and compliance. Practical experience in supply chain management, including exposure to procurement, logistics, supplier management, or supply chain processes is an asset.
Out of the seven (7) years of relevant, progressively responsible experience:At least two (2) years of hands-on experience working in development and/or complex humanitarian operating environments in low-resource countries. Candidates must demonstrate a deep understanding of the unique challenges and regulations specific to these contexts. This field experience is required. At least one (1) year of hands-on experience working in global security risk management and/or security analysis is required.
Demonstrated expertise in change managementwith a strong track record in guiding teams through significant organisational changes.
Experience in managing a team, particularly within a remote and/or matrix organizational structure is required.
Strong interpersonal skillsand capability to develop and maintain broad diversified partnerships is required.
Professional written and spoken presentation skills, including for the development of reports, presentations, and the ability to synthesize complex supply chain documents for both technical and non-technical audiences is required.
Experience using Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systemsis required.
Basic knowledge of the principles and operational aspects of sexual and reproductive health commoditiesin global development and humanitarian setting is an asset.
Languages:Fluency in English is required. Working knowledge of another official UN language is an asset.
Required Competencies:
Values:Exemplifying integrity, Demonstrating commitment to UNFPA and the UN system, Embracing cultural diversity, Embracing change
Core Competencies:Achieving results, Being accountable, Developing and applying professional expertise/business acumen, Thinking analytically and strategically, Working in teams/managing ourselves and our relationships, Communicating for impact
Functional Competencies:Organizational leadership and direction, Ensuring operational effectiveness and accountability for results, External and internal communication and advocacy for results mobilization, Managing the organization's financial resources, Providing governance, risk management and assurance advice across supply chain and related operational processes, Aligning human resources management with the organization’s strategic direction
Managerial Competencies (if applicable):Providing strategic focus, Engaging staff and partners, Leading, developing and empowering people/creating a culture of performance, Making decisions and exercise judgement
Compensation and Benefits:This position offers an attractive remuneration package including a competitive net salary plus health insurance and other benefits as applicable.
UNFPA Work Environment:UNFPA provides a work environment that reflects the values of gender equality, diversity, integrity and healthy work-life balance. We are committed to ensuring gender parity in the organization and therefore encourage women to apply. Individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community, minority ethnic groups, indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply. UNFPA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, nationality, or any other grounds prohibited by law.