Risk Management and Financial Compliance Officer (P) - Expedited Recruitment

Job Description

Job Identification (Reference Number): 17408
Position Title: Risk Management and Financial Compliance Officer
Duty Station City: Bogota
Duty Station Country: Colombia
Grade: P-3
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension
Closing date: 20 November 2025

Introduction

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

IOM is committed to ensuring a workplace where all employees can thrive professionally, while working towards harnessing the full potential of migration. Read more about IOM's workplace culture at IOM workplace culture | International Organization for Migration

This is an expedited recruitment process open only to:
    a) internal candidates; and,
    b) former IOM staff members who were separated in the last 12 months due to the structural adjustment process.

This process is not open to external applicants; their applications will not be considered at this time.

Context

Under direct supervision of the Chief of Mission (COM), in close collaboration with the Senior Resources Management Officer and the Deputy Chief of Mission (DCoM) in IOM Colombia, supported with functional guidance from the Regional Risk and Compliance Officer (RO AMCA), Institutional Risk Division at Headquarters (HQ), the Risk Management and Finance Compliance Officer will  contribute substantially to the development and implementation of risk management and financial compliance systems, contribute to internal control strengthening, and ensure adherence to financial regulations through effective management, accurate reporting, and transparent use of resources in IOM Colombia.

Responsibilities

1. Develop and improve compliance processes to maintain an effective internal control environment.
2. Work closely with Programme Managers and RMU to ensure that SOPs of all projects are revised to include relevant compliance related information, covering all relevant risk and controls, etc.
3. Monitor the use of IOM resources for conformity with approved strategic/project plans, IOM rules and regulations, and donor agreements, ensuring proper documentation and verification.
4.  Monitor compliance of operations with IOM rules, regulations and policies, corporate operational strategies, and expected results; review transactions and/or procedures and flag any inconsistencies, patterns or vulnerabilities, to the CoM, DCoM and Senior Resources Management Officer (SRMO). 
5. Contribute to strengthening internal controls by reviewing documentation and control mechanisms for the selection, monitoring, and verification of vendors, consultants, third party contractors, implementing partners, and grantees.
6.  In coordination with the SRMO, contribute to the implementation of proper planning, expenditure tracking, and verification of financial transactions, including extra-budgetary income, in accordance with IOM rules and regulations.
7.  Contribute to the development of a financial record-keeping system that ensures the organization and accessibility of documentation. Contribute to preparing for and responding to internal and external audits, and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
8.  Support management in integrating risk management into decision-making, planning, and resource allocation in coordination with relevant units.
9.  Coordinate the regular updating of risk registers and monitor the implementation of risk treatment plans.
10. Collect and prepare risk information for internal and external dissemination to support decision-making. 
11. Analyze and interpret financial policies of IOM and donors to recommend solutions to complex financial issues, in coordination with the Senior Resource Management Officer and the Regional Office. 
12. Travel on short notice within the country to support compliance and risk-related activities.
13. Prepare and deliver training sessions to build capacity on anti-fraud standards, risk management and other relevant risk and compliance topics.
14. Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Master’s degree in Business/Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, Audit, Compliance, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with five years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with seven years of relevant professional experience.
• Professional certification as Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Risk Management Assurance (CRMA) or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is an advantage.

Experience

• Knowledge of and working experience with Enterprise Risk Management frameworks, such as ISO 31000 and COSO;
• Knowledge of and working experience of Internal Control Frameworks, systems, and reviews;
• Exposure to and experience in UN or humanitarian field operations and emergencies in various geographical locations and multiple functional areas;
• Experience in monitoring and evaluation and/or audit an advantage; and, 
• Working experience in complex environment.

Skills

• Knowledge of IOM accounting systems, software and procedures a distinct advantage;
• Knowledge of IOM/UN mandate, field operations, organizational structure, and policies & procedures;
• Personal commitment, maturity of judgment, ability to focus on tasks at hand, drive for results, flexibility, tact, integrity and discretion;
• Ability to work under pressure;
• Demonstrated ability to prepare clear and concise reports; 
• Ability to use software to gather, collate, analyze, and present complex information;
• Ability to learn and implement new systems such as Oracle based WAVE and
• Proven ability to work with the highest standards of confidentiality and discretion, ensuring sensitive information is handled with integrity and professionalism. 

Languages

IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish. All staff members are required to be fluent in one of the three languages.

For this position, fluency in English and Spanish is required (oral and written). Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, and Russian) is an advantage.

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
•  Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 2

•  Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
•  Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
•  Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
•  Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
•  Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way. 

Managerial Competencies - behavioural indicators – Level 2

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
   

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations.  Recommended candidates endorsed by the Appointments and Postings Board will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances. Subject to certain exemptions, vaccination against COVID-19 will in principle be required for individuals hired on or after 15 November 2021. This will be verified as part of the medical clearance process.

Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.

IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

For further information and other job postings, you are welcome to visit our website: IOM Careers and Job Vacancies

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