Assistant Director Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance

Company Description

Our client is a visionary healthcare management organisation at the forefront of modernizing and elevating secondary healthcare delivery in Imo State, Nigeria. Recently reconstituted to enhance operational efficiency and administrative excellence, this dynamic institution is committed to ensuring that residents across the state have access to affordable, high-quality healthcare services. By leveraging innovative management practices and strategic oversight, they are reshaping the landscape of public healthcare, fostering an environment where both patients and healthcare professionals thrive.

As part of their ambitious growth and transformation agenda, they are now seeking passionate, skilled, and forward-thinking professionals to join their team. This is an exceptional opportunity for qualified individuals who are eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization and make a tangible impact on healthcare delivery in Imo State.

If you are a dedicated professional with a commitment to excellence and a desire to be part of a transformative journey in healthcare, we invite you to explore the exciting career opportunities available. Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and the pursuit of healthcare excellence for all.

Job Description

The Assistant Director, Internal Audit; Risk and Compliance will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s internal audit, risk management, and compliance frameworks. This role ensures that all business operations and processes comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies, thereby safeguarding the organisation’s assets and reputation. The position will drive a culture of integrity, accountability, and risk awareness, directly impacting operational effectiveness and organisational sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on risk-based audits across clinical, operational, and financial areas to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies, identifying, assessing, and monitoring organisational risks, and recommending mitigation measures to ensure business continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee compliance programmes to ensure the organisation complies with all relevant healthcare laws, regulations, and internal policies, including data protection and patient safety standards.
• Work closely with management, clinical leaders, and external auditors to address audit findings, implement corrective actions, and share best practices.
• Recommend and support initiatives to enhance internal controls, risk management, and compliance processes.
• Provide leadership, training, and professional development to the Audit and Compliance Team to ensure high performance and achievement of departmental objectives.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, compliance, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRISC) is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and healthcare regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement audit and compliance programmes in a complex healthcare environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Must be a resident of Imo State or open to relocation.

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