Job Title: Head, Internal Control Monitoring & RPC

Function: Group Internal Control

Reports to: Group Head Internal Control

Job Purpose

The purpose Of this position is two-fold: To provide reasonable assurance on the operating effectiveness Of the Group Control Monitoring Strategy. To be the trusted control advisor for all the Functions within the Group, with great focus on function and products insight, analysis and reviews. The Internal Control Monitoring & RPC lead Supports the Group Business and Support Functions in developing and driving their own strategies and performance. Continuously monitor the operational risk environment in the support functions, products and RPC and partner with the team to develop the appropriate processes and controls to mitigate the risks inherent within the business.

Devise, implement, coordinate review plans (including the use Of analytics) for the Control Monitoring.

Devise, implement, coordinate the Group Internal Control Virtual RPC.

Assist the Group Executives and relevant Group Heads with the enterprise View of Operational risks and control monitoring issues within their Functions & Business.

Work with the Group Head of Operational Risks and RCSA to drive the implementation of RCSA within the Support & Products Functions.

Key Responsibilities

• The role is expected to bring a strategic outlook to issues, problems and risks and the ability to see the big picture risk issues. The Head, Internal Control Monitoring & RPC should be central to Current issues within all the Group's Products and Support Functions.
• Support the Head of Operational Risk Management with the development Of a scenario analysis program and assessing the plausibility and impact of different outcomes, and helping to generate mitigation strategies.
• Design and implement Ecobank wide review programme in relation to the Products & Support Functions.
• Design and implement a Virtual RPC and monitor all related RPC control activities and reporting.
• Continuously seek ways to see how the controls can be digitized and any independent reviews can be monitored via analytics (RPC Internal Control hub).
• A driver of risk culture change through continuously demonstrating and promoting the value of a strong control culture and strong control management.
• Great communication skills and the ability to conduct training to demonstrate the value of Internal Control and to educate and inform all staff within the Support Functions.
• Conduct forensic skills of investigation, analysis and the ability to manipulate and assess data and sift evidence, getting to the root of the problem understanding complex causal chains and recognizing patterns.
• Must be highly visible and have high level of engagement with the Products & Support Functions, understanding and challenging them. Challenge what is written in procedure versus what actually happens.
• Have the ability to engage with technical and non-technical people alike within the Products & Support Functions.
• Provide Control advisory support with the various digitization initiatives within the Group.
• Develop Subject Matter expertise within Internal Control. Act as the contact person within Internal Control.
• Coordinate Internal Control reviews and Share outcomes Of reviews related to the Support Functions and Products with Group Senior / Executive Management.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of Products & Support Function reporting to Group Head Internal Control.
• Support controlling teams in affiliates to ensure all tasks and deliverables are actioned, executed and followed-up on time and performed accurately.
• Support and monitor the RPC Control Coverage.
• Ensure full coverage of mandatory, targeted and adhoc reviews.
• Participate in digital and other key projects involving Products & Support Functions and provide risk and control expertise to ensure all project deliverables are covered with proper approvals.
• Create the appropriate Governance forums for there to be a discussion on risk and controls coming from Internal Control Monitoring & RPC control activities.
• Provide feedback on Outcomes of control work.
• Continuously refine monitoring approach.
• Oversee the execution of Branch review programme.

Context

Group Internal Control has revised its "operating" model to enable effective triangulation on controls (Product & Support Functions, Regions and the Foundation). Establishing a best-in-class control function in line with 'Path to Green/Satisfactory.

Job Profile

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years work experience in a financial institution or equivalent.
• Experience in Internal Control functions, Risk Management, Internal Audit, Financial Control or Compliance preferable.
• Managerial experience and a proven track record in directing a workforce with related skills.
• An approach that engages business partners, drives strong business control foundations and minimizes reputation and franchise risk.

Education

• First Degree and/or Second Degree in a related field (Accountancy, Finance, Business, Economics, Banking, etc), Internal Control certification.

Personal Attributes

• Exceptional interpersonal, management, and organizational skills.
• Challenging mindset.
• Ability to act as an advisor to the Internal Control team across the affiliates.
• Strong ability to lead and to influence peers.
• Demonstrate commitment to team leadership and employee development.
• Strategic thinking with the matched ability to deliver program improvements.
• Comprehensive written and oral communication skills with senior audience experience.

Ecobank is committed to providing equal opportunities to all and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. To this end, we encourage applications from individuals regardless of their nationality, race, gender, age, social class, religion, beliefs, and disability while fully adhering to the local laws and regulations established where Ecobank operates.