Senior Executive, Risk Management

Job Purpose

The role also supports funding utilisation oversight and international disaster fundraising governance.

1. Internal Controls & Compliance

• Review and enhance SOPs to improve effectiveness, consistency, and efficiency of internal processes.
• Oversees adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct audits of internal processes and controls.
• Coordinate with internal auditors, respond to audit queries, and follow up with departments on audit findings and corrective actions.
• Conduct regular and ad-hoc operational audits to ensure compliance with approved SOPs across business units.
• Plan and/or conduct surprise audits on petty cash, vouchers and receipt books.
• Work with BU owners to improve controls.

1. Risk Management

• Serve as the process owner for the Society’s Risk Management Plan (RMP).
• Ensure departments identify, monitor, and follow up on risks in accordance with the RMP.
• Conduct periodic risk assessments and review RMP with all BU owners to produce the bi-annual Risk Management report
• Proactively identify risks, control gaps, process weaknesses, or potential fraud risks, and recommend mitigation measures.
• Conduct screening on relevant parties in accordance with the Risk Management SOP.

1. Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Prepare concise monthly reports to Management highlighting discrepancies, non-compliance, key risks, and root causes.
• Proactively identify and report on internal control gaps or compliance risks to the Director of Finance.
• Partner with operational teams to recommend and implement practical improvements to strengthen controls, streamline processes, and reduce cash handling risks (e.g. digitisation, reduced cash touchpoints).

1. Special Projects & Other Duties

• Undertake special projects related to systems, controls, operations, or governance improvements.
• Support Society-wide events as required.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Reporting Officer.

Job Specifications

• Recognised degree / qualification in Accounting or Finance, or professional certification in Risk Management or Internal Audit.
• At least 7-10 years of relevant experience in finance, internal audit, risk, or governance-related roles.
• Prior experience in the Social Service sector and/or internal audit will be an added advantage.

• Strong command of spoken and written English.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise reports that translate financial and control matters into language easily understood by non-financial stakeholders.
• Good understanding of internal controls, risk management frameworks, and audit processes.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail.

• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Well-organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrates integrity, professionalism, and sound judgement.
• Comfortable working with, and supporting, volunteers and diverse stakeholder groups.