Risk and Compliance Lead Job at Nation Media Group

About Us:
Nation Media Group PLC is the largest independent media and digital content company in East and Central Africa. It has a global digital footprint as well as newspapers, television and radio broadcasting operations in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. We attract unparalleled global audiences and see great opportunities in quality and diverse content that inform, educate, and entertain consumers beyond news. We are committed to empowering Africa through independent journalism set on key values that enable us to provide highly desirable and engaging content that fits into people's world.
Our Commitment to Our Employees:
We envision being the Media of Africa for Africa. Our mission is to create value for our stakeholders and positively influence society by providing media that informs, educates, and entertains.

At NMG, we believe in equal employment opportunities and that all voices should be heard. We strive to provide a supportive workplace with good facilities and benefits for all our employees. Our values are: Continuous Improvement & Innovation, Consumer Focus, We Are a Team, Integrity & Trust, and Drive for Performance.
Role Overview:
This role is responsible for the implementation of the Group's Risk Management and Compliance strategy. This includes responsibility for implementing the risk management framework and related policies to support the business in enhancing its control environment and minimize its current and future exposure to financial, operational or other risks. Also includes responsibility for reviewing compliance to regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities
Risk Management
Implement and maintain the Group's Enterprise Risk Management Framework. Undertake risk assessments across the business. Manage risk reporting which meets the needs of the Board and management. Monitor key risk indicators. Monitor the risk register and implementation of actions plans and any potential changes in the environment likely to affect the risk profile of the company. Monitor and track the implementation of the Group's strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and highlight potential risks and gaps. Review breaches of limits in line with the risk appetite and incident reports and ensure appropriate escalation, mitigation actions and reporting. Embed a positive culture of informed risk taking through training and awareness across the company. Ensure management remains informed of current and emerging risks and how they impact the Group. Implement and maintain the Business Continuity Management Framework.
Compliance
Implement the Compliance framework, including the execution and monitoring of the obligations register, monitoring and reporting compliance risks and issues Review and challenge approved compliance policies and standards. Review compliance with legal and regulatory regulations.

Qualifications Experience & skills:
Academic:
Bachelor's Degree from a recognized institution
Professional:
Relevant professional qualification, such as CPA, ACCA, Certified Risk and Compliance accreditations
Experience:
A minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in risk management and compliance.
Skills:
• Considerable knowledge and experience of best practice risk management, compliance and governance frameworks.
• Ability to actively collaborate and support colleagues and peers across the organization
• Robust analytical and interpretation skills
• Proven track record for successfully managing stakeholder relationships and ability to influence decisions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships based on mutual trust and respect.