Chief Risk Officer

About the role

The University of Ghana invites applications for the position of Chief Risk Officer, reporting to the Vice-Chancellor. The CRO coordinates all risk management activities of the University, develops and deploys the core enterprise risk management toolset and ensures compliance with the Financial Regulations, Governance, IPSAS and other regulatory requirements. The appointment is normally four years and may be renewed based on performance.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deploy the core enterprise risk management toolsets covering identification, assessment, prioritisation, mitigation and monitoring
• Identify and monitor emerging risks and report on them
• Work with risk owners on periodic risk analysis and on risk documentation and reports
• Assess and implement business continuity and disaster recovery measures across the University
• Enhance emergency response procedures and extend risk principles into the wider University strategy
• Develop the data strategy needed to build an accurate picture of operational risk
• Educate the University community and train staff on the risk management strategy and policies

Required profile

• Master's degree in Risk Management, Accounting, Finance, Auditing or Insurance
• Membership of a professional Risk Management body is highly desirable
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in Enterprise Risk Management
• Experience partnering with an executive team

Required skills

• Strategic and entrepreneurial leadership
• Risk management and compliance expertise
• Relationship building and collaborative skills
• Persuasive, influential oral and written communication

To apply, candidates submit a completed application form, an up-to-date CV with copies of academic and professional certificates, and a 2,500-word statement of how they intend to use the post to support the University's mission and vision. Applications close on 18 September 2020.