Overview

• The regional management of compliance and anti-fraud training, recordkeeping, monitoring, and analytical functions involved with regulatory compliance, in accordance with all significant international and local laws.
• The GM Compliance ensures Compliance by monitoring and reporting results of the compliance/ethics efforts of the company and in providing guidance for the Board and senior management team on matters relating to compliance.
• The GM Compliance is authorized to implement all necessary actions to ensure achievement of the objectives of an effective compliance program.

Major Responsibilities:

• The management and maintenance of specified compliance obligations keeping in line with the requirements of emerging local and international laws and changes therein. This requires the following key elements:
  • Regulatory compliance duties,
  • Oversight of the conflicts of interest register,
  • Regulatory knowledge management, and
  • Knowledge and management of procedures to keep the company compliant in all respects, internally and externally.
• 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. Manages day-to-day operation of the Program.
• Collaborate and liaison with other departments (e.g. Risk Management, Internal Audit, Employee Services, Legal department etc.) in order to accurately assess risks and formulate resolutions in the event of non-compliance.
• Works with the Human Resources Department and others as appropriate to develop an effective compliance training program, including appropriate introductory training for new employees as well as ongoing training for all employees and managers.

Functional Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills which permit the individual to effectively communicate within the group the role and function of the compliance team and to lead training initiatives across the region
• Thorough understanding of compliance management across market footprint with the ability to work in a global context thereby collaborating with the HR team
• Ability to manage tight processes, accuracy and attention to detail

Requirements:

Education

• A Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s desired in social sciences relevant to the role
• Graduate degree or compensating experience in compliance management role
• Certifications/ Professional training will be considered an asset

Experience:

• 12 years’ experience in corporate Compliance, Risk & Governance related role
• 5 years Compliance experience at senior level is an asset
• Experience of Telecom Industry is an asset.

Reports to

• Chief Business Development Officer / Chief Regulatory & Legal Affairs