Risk And Compliance Officer

Genf, Switzerland

Job Description

\\nJob DescriptionThe Global Fund for Survivors of Conflict-Related Sexual ViolenceDescription
  • Title: Risk and Compliance Officer
  • Type of contract: Employment
  • Contract duration: 8-month fixed-term contract
  • Work time: Full-time position (40 hours per week)
  • Reporting to: Risk and Compliance Senior Focal Point
  • Location: Geneva, Switzerland
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Application deadline: 02/03/2025
BackgroundThe Global Survivors Fund (GSF) was launched in October 2019 by Dr Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad, Nobel Peace Prize laureates (2018). Its mission is to enhance access to reparations for survivors of conflict-related sexual violence worldwide, addressing a long-standing gap identified by survivors. GSF provides interim reparative measures in situations where states or other parties are unable or unwilling to meet their responsibilities. It also advocates for duty bearers and the international community to develop reparations programmes, while guiding states and civil society by offering expertise and technical support in designing such initiatives. GSF\\\'s survivor-centric approach is the cornerstone of its work.Role SummaryThe Risk and Compliance Officer will provide direct support to the Risk and Compliance Senior Focal Point in implementing and monitoring risk management activities across GSF projects.Position ResponsibilitiesData collection and screening:
  • Gather and organise the information required for screening partners and suppliers
  • Perform initial reviews of screening data and flag inconsistencies for follow-up
  • Ensure the completeness and accuracy of screening records.
Risk monitoring and follow-up:
  • Support the monitoring of partner compliance with agreed action plans and mitigation measures established during the due diligence process, ensuring alignment with GSF\\\'s risk standards in areas such as fraud prevention, data protection, SEAH (Sexual Exploitation, Abuse, and Harassment), child safeguarding, safety/security, and conflict of interest
  • Track the implementation of risk mitigation measures at the project level (with Country Coordinators and Partners)
  • Report identified risks or areas of concern to the Risk & Compliance Senior Focal Point.
Training and awareness:
  • Assist in organising and tracking partner training on compliance, safeguarding (SEAH and child safeguarding), fraud prevention, data protection, and safety/security
  • Support the drafting of training manuals for Country Coordinators and Partners in key risk areas
  • Assist the Senior Focal Point in identifying and testing new training modules for Partners.
Communication and coordination:
  • Follow up with partners and stakeholders to address compliance gaps or obtain missing documentation
  • Communicate screening requirements and deadlines clearly and effectively.
Documentation and record management:
  • Maintain up-to-date records of risk assessments and compliance activities
  • Organise files related to risk management, safeguarding, and compliance activities
  • Assist in taking minutes of meetings and documenting decisions related to risk and compliance management.
Position RequirementsEducation and Experience:
  • Bachelor\\\'s degree in Risk Management, Compliance, or a related field
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in one of the following risk areas: data protection, screening, child safeguarding, financial risks, or compliance frameworks.
Other Requirements:
  • Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work in a multicultural team and adapt to diverse environments
  • Fluency in English is required (verbal and written)
  • Fluency in French would be an asset
  • Proficiency in Arabic or any other GSF working language is desirable.
How to ApplyPlease send your CV and cover letter to with \\xe2\\x80\\x9cRisk and Compliance Officer\\xe2\\x80\\x9d as the email subject by 2nd March 2025 (midnight CET).
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.The Global Survivors Fund (GSF) is dedicated to fostering diversity, gender balance, and inclusion, reflecting the varied landscapes where we operate and the communities we work with. We welcome applications from qualified professionals of all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs. We particularly encourage candidates from regions where GSF is active to apply.At GSF, we are committed to enforcing stringent Safeguarding policies, covering protection from exploitation, abuse, harassment, misuse of power, and discrimination, as well as child safeguarding and financial and fiscal integrity. We uphold a zero-tolerance approach to any form of unacceptable behaviour.As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be required to provide references from previous employers and complete a self-declaration.GSF does not charge a processing fee at any stage of its recruitment, selection, or hiring processes (i.e. application stage, interview stage, validation stage, appointment, or training). GSF will never request applicants\\\' bank account information.Please note that candidates must be authorised to work in the country where the position is based at the time of application.Your Data - If you choose to apply for this position, you will be providing us with your personal data, which will be processed solely for the purpose of selecting a candidate for this position. We will retain the personal data you share with us as part of the application process for six months from the application deadline, after which it will be deleted. Your personal data will be accessed only by our HR Staff managing the recruitment process and members of the selection panel. You have the right to a) request access to your personal data and information about how we process it, b) ask us to rectify any inaccurate personal data we hold about you c) request the deletion of your personal data or restrict its processing, and d) object to how we process your personal data. To exercise these rights, please contact . If you have any concerns or complaints about how GSF processes your personal data, please submit them to .\\n \\n \\n \\n \\n \\n

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  • Job Id
    JD1644310
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
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  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Genf, Switzerland
  • Education
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