Corus International
Director, Ethics, Risk and Compliance
Corus International, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Position Title : Director, Ethics, Risk and Compliance
Position Type:
Regular full-time
Department:
Legal and Compliance
Location:
Washington, DC - Hybrid
Salary Range:
$102,000 - $128,000 - $154,000
Contact:
Corus International,
Corus International provides a competitive, growth-oriented, yet fiscally responsible compensation program. When determining an offer for employment, multiple factors are considered including relevant years of experience, education, skills, internal equity, and budget. Our overall approach is to target the minimum to midpoint for starting salaries, based on these factors.
Additionally, Corus provides a comprehensive and competitive employee benefit package to protect our valued and dedicated staff and their families. Our benefits include three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage, low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance. Corus also provides a generous retirement plan and PTO to include vacation, sick, holiday, parental, jury, international travel, and bereavement leave; employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance; employee wellness incentives, and employee work/life balance and assistance programs.
Position Summary:
As Director of Ethics, Risk and Compliance, lead and drive the Ethics, Risk and Corporate Compliance (ERC) Programs by proactively identifying opportunities for risk controls, education & training and/or refining guidelines and protocols to ensure business practices and activities comply with Corus' internal guidelines, government and donor regulations, and legal requirements of the many countries in which we operate.
Responsibilities:Develop frameworks (policies, procedures, processes, and tools) and reports as needed to evaluate, manage, mitigate, monitor and report on ethics, risk and compliance matters.Serve as a strategic business partner to the family of Corus companies by providing oversight, direction, and support to the business and senior management by and providing advice on the interpretation of rules and regulations.Design, implement and manage an effective Ethics & Compliance Framework including policy, processes and tools to ensure business activities comply with Corus' policies, donor rules, applicable government regulations and legislative requirements of the countries in which we operate.Prepare and conduct annual and ongoing Ethics, Risk & Compliance training, education, and communication for staff, partners and suppliers.Oversight of Conflict of Interest and Gifts & Entertainment programs ensuring appropriate identification, evaluation, resolution and documentation of potential conflicts.Manage and triage compliance concerns and reports received through Convercent hotline.Conduct thorough, timely and objective compliance related investigations and partner with other areas such as Internal Audit, Human Resources and Legal.Oversee, manage and maintain Power BI compliance dashboard.Refresh and own the Corus Enterprise Risk Management Framework, including policy, processes, and tools, suitable for the needs of the organization.Oversee Corporate Risk Register capturing and mitigating realized and foreseeable risks across global activities.Develop a network of liaisons who are responsible for Ethics, Risk & Compliance matters across Corus organizations, and provide coaching, technical subject matter expertise and staff training opportunities.Stay abreast of standards and requirements, including all relevant laws, rules and industry standards and company practices and provide timely communications to those impacted.Help develop, improve, and maintain third-party risk management controls and associated policies and procedures.Undertake special projects and support other ERC initiatives as needed.Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years' progressively responsible experience managing legal risk, ethics and corporate compliance; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience must include working for a global organization receiving USG funding.Experience conducting investigations.Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills coupled with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.Proficiency in writing reports or similar documents to a professional standard.Ability to develop effective presentations and training material for all levels within the organization including the ability to successfully present complex subject matter to Corus' Senior Leadership Team, Board of Directors, Audit and Risk Committee, staff, and others.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Strong analytical aptitude with good reasoning skills.Ability to display strong interpersonal skills and interact in a professional and tactful manner.Preferred Qualifications:
Abilities in Spanish and/or French is desirable.Physical and Mental Requirements :
The physical requirements that may be needed to execute responsibilities may include bending, standing, and walking, etc.The mental requirements that are essential to satisfactorily executing the responsibilities outlined in this job description include, but not limited to: learning new tasks, comprehending, and retaining information, completing tasks independently, effectively communicating verbally and in writing, demonstrating proficiency in using computer software to perform assigned tasks.Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities for the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All positions are required to perform any additional tasks assigned by the supervisor. Global positions that are bound by contracts will not be changed without notice and approval.
Working Conditions, Travel and Environment:
Corus has a hybrid work policy, allowing work to be done remotely; two days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office is required. The employee must be available to work outside normal office hours or weekends as required.This position must be able to travel as required for standard domestic and international business purposes. While performing the duties of this job in different locations, the employee may be exposed to precarious settings under high-security risks and/or very basic living conditions and outside weather conditions, as well as to infectious diseases.If applicable, must have authorization to work in the country of assignment.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Zero Tolerance to Abuse
As a member of the Corus Family, each employee is expected to:
Help to develop and maintain an environment that welcomes and develops a diverse workforce.Foster a work environment where everyone feels valued and included.Support employees' evaluation and promotion processes based on skills and performance.Promote a safe, secure, and respectful environment for all members of Corus family, stakeholders in general, and particularly for the communities we serve.Follow Corus Code of Conduct helping to prevent any type of abuse including workplace harassment, sexual abuse and exploitation, and trafficking in persons.Adhere to the Organizational Core Values
Corus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.
Position Type:
Regular full-time
Department:
Legal and Compliance
Location:
Washington, DC - Hybrid
Salary Range:
$102,000 - $128,000 - $154,000
Contact:
Corus International,
Corus International provides a competitive, growth-oriented, yet fiscally responsible compensation program. When determining an offer for employment, multiple factors are considered including relevant years of experience, education, skills, internal equity, and budget. Our overall approach is to target the minimum to midpoint for starting salaries, based on these factors.
Additionally, Corus provides a comprehensive and competitive employee benefit package to protect our valued and dedicated staff and their families. Our benefits include three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage, low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance. Corus also provides a generous retirement plan and PTO to include vacation, sick, holiday, parental, jury, international travel, and bereavement leave; employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance; employee wellness incentives, and employee work/life balance and assistance programs.
Position Summary:
As Director of Ethics, Risk and Compliance, lead and drive the Ethics, Risk and Corporate Compliance (ERC) Programs by proactively identifying opportunities for risk controls, education & training and/or refining guidelines and protocols to ensure business practices and activities comply with Corus' internal guidelines, government and donor regulations, and legal requirements of the many countries in which we operate.
Responsibilities:Develop frameworks (policies, procedures, processes, and tools) and reports as needed to evaluate, manage, mitigate, monitor and report on ethics, risk and compliance matters.Serve as a strategic business partner to the family of Corus companies by providing oversight, direction, and support to the business and senior management by and providing advice on the interpretation of rules and regulations.Design, implement and manage an effective Ethics & Compliance Framework including policy, processes and tools to ensure business activities comply with Corus' policies, donor rules, applicable government regulations and legislative requirements of the countries in which we operate.Prepare and conduct annual and ongoing Ethics, Risk & Compliance training, education, and communication for staff, partners and suppliers.Oversight of Conflict of Interest and Gifts & Entertainment programs ensuring appropriate identification, evaluation, resolution and documentation of potential conflicts.Manage and triage compliance concerns and reports received through Convercent hotline.Conduct thorough, timely and objective compliance related investigations and partner with other areas such as Internal Audit, Human Resources and Legal.Oversee, manage and maintain Power BI compliance dashboard.Refresh and own the Corus Enterprise Risk Management Framework, including policy, processes, and tools, suitable for the needs of the organization.Oversee Corporate Risk Register capturing and mitigating realized and foreseeable risks across global activities.Develop a network of liaisons who are responsible for Ethics, Risk & Compliance matters across Corus organizations, and provide coaching, technical subject matter expertise and staff training opportunities.Stay abreast of standards and requirements, including all relevant laws, rules and industry standards and company practices and provide timely communications to those impacted.Help develop, improve, and maintain third-party risk management controls and associated policies and procedures.Undertake special projects and support other ERC initiatives as needed.Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years' progressively responsible experience managing legal risk, ethics and corporate compliance; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.Experience must include working for a global organization receiving USG funding.Experience conducting investigations.Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills coupled with the ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organization.Proficiency in writing reports or similar documents to a professional standard.Ability to develop effective presentations and training material for all levels within the organization including the ability to successfully present complex subject matter to Corus' Senior Leadership Team, Board of Directors, Audit and Risk Committee, staff, and others.Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.Strong analytical aptitude with good reasoning skills.Ability to display strong interpersonal skills and interact in a professional and tactful manner.Preferred Qualifications:
Abilities in Spanish and/or French is desirable.Physical and Mental Requirements :
The physical requirements that may be needed to execute responsibilities may include bending, standing, and walking, etc.The mental requirements that are essential to satisfactorily executing the responsibilities outlined in this job description include, but not limited to: learning new tasks, comprehending, and retaining information, completing tasks independently, effectively communicating verbally and in writing, demonstrating proficiency in using computer software to perform assigned tasks.Other Duties:
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities for the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All positions are required to perform any additional tasks assigned by the supervisor. Global positions that are bound by contracts will not be changed without notice and approval.
Working Conditions, Travel and Environment:
Corus has a hybrid work policy, allowing work to be done remotely; two days per week (Tuesday and Wednesday) in the office is required. The employee must be available to work outside normal office hours or weekends as required.This position must be able to travel as required for standard domestic and international business purposes. While performing the duties of this job in different locations, the employee may be exposed to precarious settings under high-security risks and/or very basic living conditions and outside weather conditions, as well as to infectious diseases.If applicable, must have authorization to work in the country of assignment.Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Zero Tolerance to Abuse
As a member of the Corus Family, each employee is expected to:
Help to develop and maintain an environment that welcomes and develops a diverse workforce.Foster a work environment where everyone feels valued and included.Support employees' evaluation and promotion processes based on skills and performance.Promote a safe, secure, and respectful environment for all members of Corus family, stakeholders in general, and particularly for the communities we serve.Follow Corus Code of Conduct helping to prevent any type of abuse including workplace harassment, sexual abuse and exploitation, and trafficking in persons.Adhere to the Organizational Core Values
Corus International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.