Senior Asst Manager, Risk management and Governance

National University Polyclinics; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alexandra Hospital is seeking a Senior Assistant Manager to join the Reliability Matters team. You will drive risk management, governance, and data protection initiatives, helping shape the hospital's risk culture and safeguard patient information.

The role involves implementing internal controls, coordinating data protection activities, and collaborating with departments to strengthen control environments in a demanding healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of proven experience in internal controls, compliance, or audit in healthcare.
• Degree from a university in Accountancy or equivalent; professional certification preferred (CIA/CA).
• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines.
• Excellent communication, problem solving, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical mind with the ability to work independently.
• Knowledge of internal auditing techniques & standards preferred.
• Proficiency in data analytics tools (Tableau, Power BI, Power Automate) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance risk management, governance, and data protection initiatives.
• Develop and promote positive internal control culture across the institution.
• Identify control gaps and recommend process improvements with industry best practices.
• Collaborate with departments to build data analytics capabilities for controls.
• Monitor implementation plans and provide updates to Senior Management.
• Participate in special reviews and projects as required.
• Assist the Data Protection Officer to ensure PDPA compliance and perform DPIAs.

Skills

Risk management

Governance

Data analysis

Communication

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy or equivalent

CIA or CA certification preferred

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Power Automate

Job description

Senior Asst Manager, Risk management and Governance

Job ID: 10556

Job Function: Administration

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated professional to join the Reliability Matters team at Alexandra Hospital. This pivotal role supports and enhances risk management, governance, and data protection initiatives. You will play a crucial part in shaping our institution's risk culture and contributing to our commitment to sustainable and reliable healthcare.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the following:

Internal Controls & Compliance

• Support and execute strategies to promote a positive internal control culture across the institution.


• Develop a deep understanding of operational functions and process workflows through risk and control self-assessments and internal control testing.


• Identify control gaps and recommend process improvements, ensuring alignment with industry best practices.


• Collaborate with departments to build data analytics capabilities for enhancing control measures.


• Perform follow-ups on observations, monitor control implementation plans, and provide regular updates to Senior Management.


• Participate in special reviews and projects as required.

Data Governance & Protection

• Assist the Data Protection Officer in ensuring compliance with PDPA and other relevant privacy regulations.


• Conduct data protection impact assessments for relevant processes and systems.


• Perform regular walkabouts to identify gaps and provide recommendations to mitigate data protection risks.


• Coordinate Data Protection Control Self-Assessments and perform validation checks.


• Support data breach incident management, including investigation, reporting, and mitigation efforts.


• Provide guidance and conduct briefings on data protection best practices.


• Stay updated on evolving data privacy regulations and implement necessary policy updates.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• At least 6 years of proven experience in internal controls, compliance, or audit, preferably in a hospital or healthcare setting.


• Degree from an established university in Accountancy, ACCA, or equivalent. Professional certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) is preferred.


• Ability to multi-task and work under tight timelines.


• Excellent communication, problem solving, presentation, negotiation and interpersonal skills.


• Strong analytical mind with the ability to work independently.


• Self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.


• Knowledge of internal auditing techniques & standards preferred.


• Proficiency in data analytical tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Power Automate) is an advantage.


• Experience in data protection work will be an added advantage.

*Only Singapore Citizens and Singapore Permanent Residents may apply.