Head Risk Management & Compliance at BOURBON Oil & Gas November, 2024

In charge of Risk Management & Compliance Duties related to processes, finance, efficiency, code of conduct, ethics or major projects on a recurring basis or not. Includes and not limited to:

• Suggest recommendations to cover the identified risks and ensure the implementation of appropriate action plans
• Participate in the evaluation of risk management and internal control processes
• Participate in the development of a self-assessment compliance control framework and development of a pool of “best practices”.
• Propose risk and compliance topics and participate in the elaboration of a multi-year risk and compliance audit plan.
• Is accountable within his scope of responsibility of BOURBON compliance standards      such as defined in BOURBON compliance program.
• Is a trusted advisor in the whole business for all risk and compliance related matter and receive and treat all non-compliance cases raised through helpdesk.

Description and Expected Outcome/Performance Indicators

• Design & implement an overall risk management process for the organization.
• Perform Risk Assessments
• Perform Risk Evaluation
• Risk and Compliance Reporting 
• Conduct Internal & External Policy & Compliance Audits
• Auditees’ action plan analysis (quality and criticality) as per company and corporate guidelines
• Develop and improve specific tools and techniques to mitigate non-compliance risks
• Prepare compliance reports for the MD and Risk compliance committee of the board;
• Conduct independent investigations into ethics and compliance matters where appropriate (treatment of trigger events related to alleged business malpractices, elaboration of work program, deliverable format, compliance cases follow-up, supervision in case formal investigation has to be performed by compliance auditor. 
• Establishing the company risk threshold & Business Continuity Plan
• Maintain Records of Insurance policies and Claims
• To monitor the country program’s adherence to Bourbon procedures and policies in relation to Supply Chain, Finance, HR and Programs as set out in relevant Business Ethics and Compliance guidelines.
• To Train and retrain internal and external stakeholders in BINL on Bourbon Compliance and Ethics guidelines and procedures.
• To be familiar with relevant rules and regulations in relation to Supply Chain, Finance, HR and            Vendor / Client Relations as set out in the Compliance guidelines.
• To ensure awareness of fraud and anti-corruption policies, and lead the effective communication of these policies to staff, clients and vendors.
• To produce Annual/ Monthly/ weekly activity reports to the Managing Director
• Ensure a robust and comprehensive complaints mechanism is put in place to receive complaints and respond in a timely way to allegations related to fraud, waste, or corruption
• Review all the company procedures and ensure they are according to corporate guidelines when applicable;
• Create new procedures when needed

Qualifications, Skills and Experiences

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/ Business Administration/ Commerce or Finance.
• Master’s Degree in Auditing/Compliance or a related discipline will be an asset
• Possession of ICAN / ACCA is required
• Possession of a CCO/CAMS or a recognized professional certification in Internal Audit / Compliance will be an asset
• Fluency in English. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Work Experience

• At least 10 – 15 years’ finance experience with a minimum of 5 years in Audit and Compliance.
• Experience working within a multinational organization preferably in Marine / Oil and Gas/ FCMG with knowledge of Business Ethics and Compliance rules and regulation.
• Professional Risk Manager (PRM), Financial Risk Management (FRM) or other core risk management certification would be beneficial
• Must be able to demonstrate a broad technical knowledge and expertise covering conduct of business matters, corporate governance matters and regulatory risk and regulatory change matters Practical and commercial approach to problem-solving
• Proven track record of delivering enhancements to process efficiency
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles
• Knowledge and Assets and liabilities management (ALM)
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements, and projections
• Analytical skills and an eye for detail and planning and organizational skills