Senior level responsibility for the internal investigation and fraud prevention function within the Office of Compliance and Internal Audit (OCIA). Leads all internal investigation activities and maintains responsibility for preparation of notifications to required regulators for respective funders. Directs and develops fraud prevention training and corporate compliance. Serves as representative of FHI 360 and OCIA for matters pertaining to fraud to internal and external stakeholders.
Evaluates risk exposures, safeguard company assets, and compliance with laws and regulations. Regularly evaluates departments/divisions and project/country offices of the organization to determine if they are performing in compliance with recommended processes, procedures and business controls. Suggests corrective actions for projects or country offices where there has been identified incidents of fraud or non-compliance.
Advanced skills in fraud investigation, internal control and internal audit processes are required. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
- Must be familiar with and able to perform job duties of lower-level positions within this job function.
- Provides strategic leadership to the investigation support staff at the regional or organization-wide level. Sets operational plans, goals and policies pertaining to reporting and investigating compliance concerns.
- Able to work with multiple country finance and operations departments. Leverages support and buy-in for major initiatives.
- Executes the department’s fraud prevention and investigation activities and is responsible for the performance and goal achievement of supporting staff.
- Oversees, manages and provides clearance for the annual FHI 360 conflict of interest disclosure process.
- Leads and/or oversees targeted fraud audit engagements for country offices where repeated instances of misconduct have occurred
- Performs data analysis of investigative results for reporting to Chief Compliance Officer, Executive Team and Board of Directors.
- Responsible for monitoring and management of Compliance Hotline services.
- Represents OCIA and FHI 360 in addressing compliance and/or fraud concerns with external and internal stakeholders.
- Develops communication materials for reporting of potential fraud and non-compliance.
- Oversees and trains FHI 360 project-funded compliance officers.
- Collaborates with senior leadership on critical and complex aspects of compliance incidents. Other duties as assigned.
- Prepare comprehensive library of various compliance training materials and conduct virtual and in person trainings.
- Willing to travel 25% of the time internationally.
- 10+ years related work experience.
- 8 years managing an internal audit, internal fraud investigation or compliance department and employee management is required.
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designations strongly preferred.
- Well-versed in internal investigation and corporate compliance standards.
- Is well-versed in state, federal, and international laws and regulations that have impact on internal audit, general accounting, and management controls.
- Has experience with automated financial reporting, government accounting practices, Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), Uniform Guidance (2cFr200), and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) systems.
- Strong familiarity with USG regulatory agencies and reporting requirements.
- Possesses a full understanding of the organizational structure, policies and practices, and the impact on own area and the entire organization.
- Must have excellent communication, diplomatic and negotiation skills.
- Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and accomplish goals.
- Must be able to read, write and speak fluent English.
- Experience working in a Non-governmental organization (NGO) preferred.
- Experience working with a global, international organization preferred.
Typical Physical Demands:
- Typical office environment.
- Ability to spend long hours looking at computer screen and doing repetitive work on a keyboard.
- Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Ability to lift 5 - 50 lbs.
Technology to be Used:
- Personal Computer, Microsoft Office 365 (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, e-mail), office telephone, cell phone and printer/copier.
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