Governance & Compliance Officer at a Maritime and Logistics Company

We are a terminal operator with the mandate to provide integrated maritime and logistics solutions to both inbound and outbound traffic for the South South, South East and North Central markets of Nigeria. Investments in equipment and terminal capital development has led to improved port infrastructural development, port logistics and services in terms of berthing of vessels, cargo discharge, storage and delivery. The organization has gone through restructuring and is strategically positioned to become the premier terminal operator in Africa.

We are currently seeking exceptional talents to join our organization in the position below:

Job Title: Governance & Compliance Officer

Reference Number: EIN003
Location: Calabar
Job Level: Supervisory
Type: Permanent

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, initiate, maintain and revise policies and procedures for the general operation of the compliance program and its related activities to prevent illegal, unethical or improper conduct
• Manage day-to-day operation of the compliance program
• Collaborate with other departments to direct compliance issues to appropriate existing channels for investigation and resolution
• Consult with general counsel as needed to resolve difficult legal compliance issues
• Respond to alleged violations of rules, regulations, policies, procedures and standards of conduct by evaluating or recommending the initiation of investigative procedures
• Develop and oversee a system for uniform handling of such violations
• Monitor, and as necessary, coordinate compliance activities of other departments to remain abreast of the status of all compliance activities and to identify trends
• Provide reports on a regular basis and, as directed or requested, keep the Corporate Compliance Committee and senior management informed of the operation and progress of compliance efforts
• Institute and maintain an effective compliance communication program for the organization
• Work with the human resource department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees and ongoing training for all employees and managers

Qualification and Experience

• Good HND/University Degree
• Min. of 3 - 5 years relevant work experience
• Professional qualification e.g. CISSP, CISA,
• Knowledge of internal audit and control
• Knowledge of the International Ship and Port Facility Security (ISPS) Code
• Working Knowledge of port and shipping industry is of critical advantage

Key Competence:

• Internal Controls
• Management of Audits
• Risk Management and Governance

Application Closing Date
18th June, 2018.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resumes to: [email protected] quoting the Job Title and Reference Number in the title of the mail.

Note: Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply