Job Purpose:

To implement internal compliance strategic objectives and implement the respective strategy, provide operational oversight and control of compliance activities and contribute to organization’s strategic objectives within set KPIs, budget and respective policies and processes.

This position will ensure that the company is adhering to all relevant laws, regulations and internal policies. This involves developing and implementing compliance program, establish the audit calendar and performs random audits at different Nadec night and provide guidance and support to Nadec internal compliance specialists in performing visit and reports.

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Contribution:

• Execute the annual business plan and targets and comply with the strategic agenda of the Corporate Affairs & Communication to deliver Nadec vision and mission.
• Translate the strategy into operational business plans for Compliance and lead the performance and execution of those plans to achieve functional objectives and deliver the Company’s strategy.
• Establish Nadec Internal compliance visit calendar.

Leadership:

• Direct the activities of the Compliance team to ensure that all work is carried out efficiently, in line with the strategic project management plans, policies and procedures.
• Build and lead a motivated, engaged, and competent team, by setting priorities and objectives, managing performance, and providing ongoing feedback and coaching to meet the functional challenges and goals.
• Serve as a role model to ensure employees' awareness and commitment to NADEC vision, mission, values, and corporate strategy to establish a highly engaged and motivated team, and continuously improve performance.

Budgeting:

• Participate in the preparation of the functional budget and assess financial performance versus the budget so that the business is aware of anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance are identified, and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalized.

Core Accountabilities

• Develop Internal compliance audit plan.
• Perform Internal compliance audit program.
• Manage internal compliance team and ensure adherence to plan.
• Prepare and submit reports on compliance activities to management and regulatory bodies when required.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure a cohesive approach to compliance across the organization.

Compliance management

• Establish Nadec’s Depot and market audit plan to ensure product preservations and Compliance to regulations and standard.
• Manage internal compliance team and submit key update on Nadec distribution centre compliance status.
• Follow and deliver on the Annual Compliance Program, and ensure delivery on all deliverables, follow-up and ensure closure on all topics as advised by the department head.
• Follow and implement the investigation process to address any malpractice, misconduct, and fraudulent activity and provide recommendation measures when needed in line internal company policies.

Documents Management and Administration

• Monitor documents and ensure maintaining company’s files and documents to support the development of a comprehensive database, in addition to maintaining historical references

Safety, Quality & Environment

• Conduct periodic inspections and resolve all queries around regulatory matters to ensure compliance with quality and safety measures and recommend improvements to the business process used.

People Management Accountabilities

• Ensure that all subordinates have clear objectives, constructive and accurate performance feedback sessions formal annual performance appraisals, and individual development plans.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Adhere with direction for the development and implementation of organizational unit’s policies, systems, processes and procedures, identifying potential areas of improvement to ensure efficient and effective operation.
• Comply with corporate requirements on adherence to policies, procedures and instructions related to all relevant regulatory directives to ensure a safe and risk-free environment.

Competence and Training:

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of compliance requirements and best practices.
• Complete all required compliance training programs.

Compliance Management System

• Manage the alignment of compliance policies and objectives with the organization’s strategic direction.
• Manage the integration of compliance requirements into business processes.
• Manage available resources for the CMS.
• Emphasize the importance of compliance management and adherence to CMS requirements.
• Manage CMS Achievements and expected outcomes.
• Guide and support personnel to enhance CMS effectiveness.
• Promote a culture of continual improvement in compliance practices.
• Support leadership roles in fulfilling their compliance responsibilities.
• Demonstrate consistent and sustained commitment to compliance standards.
• Manage the access between the compliance function and governing body.
• Facilitate periodic reporting to the governing body and participation in compliance meetings.
• Manage the identification, assessment, and mitigation of compliance risks.
• Follow-up on and manage the adherence to compliance policies and stay informed about policy updates.

Change Management

• Motivate the employees and contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement of systems, processes and practices considering best practices.
• Ensure that all departmental reports and statements are completed and comply with relevant policies and standards.

Job Context:

Sr. Manager - Internal Compliance will be working NADEC head office and might have to travel as and when needed.

Qualifications, Experience, & Skills:

Education and Certifications: -

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance or any related field
• MBA or Masters in a related field (Preferred)
• Certification from International Compliance Association is an added advantage

Experience: -

• 7-12 years of experience in Regulatory Compliance, Business Compliance or Legal Compliance Other relevant experience in relevant field

Skills:

• English (Written and Spoken)
• Arabic (Written and Spoken)
• Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Project Management
• Business Insight (Intermediate)
• Action Oriented (Mastery)