Senior Specialist, Governance, Risk & Compliance

Employment And Employability Institute Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Singapore is seeking a Senior Specialist in Governance, Risk & Compliance. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with government funding requirements, handling whistleblowing investigations, and providing essential support to key committees. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in risk management and a relevant bachelor's degree. Responsibilities include compliance monitoring, conducting investigations, and improving internal processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in compliance verification or risk management.
• Strong understanding of internal controls and compliance requirements.
• Experience examining grant claims for compliance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct compliance checks on grant claims and investigations into whistleblowing cases.
• Provide secretariat support to Audit & Risk Committee meetings.
• Perform regular monitoring for compliance with internal policies and regulations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field

Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE, CAMS)

Job description

The e2i Senior Specialist, Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) is a seasoned individual contributor responsible for executing key GRC activities, with a particular focus on recommending follow up actions on Statement of Grant Claim (SOGC) audits, investigations into whistleblowing cases, and providing secretariat support to the Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) and Management Risk Committee (MRC). This role ensures the organisation's compliance with government funding requirements, ethical standards, and effective risk management practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Statement of Grant Claim (SOGC) Compliance Checks:

  • Monitor the submission of SOGC audit reports by companies and follow up with them regarding non-submissions.

  • Draft and send clawback or warning letters to companies when necessary.

• Whistleblowing Investigations:

  • Conduct thorough and objective investigations into whistleblowing cases and alleged breaches of policy, ethics, or regulatory requirements.

  • Gather evidence, interview relevant parties, and analyse information to determine facts and identify root causes.

  • Prepare investigation reports, recommending appropriate corrective and disciplinary actions.

  • Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to due process throughout investigations.

• Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) and Management Risk Committee (MRC) Secretariat Support:

  • Assist the Assistant Director in preparing materials for ARC and MRC meetings, including compiling reports, presentations, and supporting documents.

  • Take accurate minutes during committee meetings and ensure timely distribution.

  • Track and follow up on action items arising from committee discussions, ensuring timely completion by relevant teams.

  • Maintain organised records of all committee documents.

• Compliance Monitoring & Reporting:

  • Perform regular monitoring activities to ensure ongoing compliance with internal policies, external regulations and government grant guidelines.

  • Assist in maintaining the organisation's risk register, tracking identified risks and mitigation efforts.

  • Contribute to the preparation of GRC reports for management and the Board.

• Internal Controls & Process Improvement:

  • Support the review and enhancement of internal control systems to strengthen financial accountability and operational efficiency.

  • Identify and recommend improvements to GRC processes and controls, fostering efficiency and collaboration within the GRC function and with other teams.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional certifications (e.g., CIA, CFE, CAMS, GRC-related certifications) are a strong advantage.

• Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant experience in compliance verification, risk management support, or forensic investigations, preferably within a non-profit or public sector context.

• Proven experience in examining grant claims for compliance and/or supporting investigations..

• Strong understanding of internal controls, financial processes, and compliance requirements for government funding.

• Familiarity with the Singaporean regulatory landscape for non-profit organisations.

• Excellent analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to gather and analyse information effectively.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for report writing and stakeholder engagement.

• High integrity, objectivity, and discretion, especially when handling sensitive information.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple tasks efficiently

Designation and salary will be commensurate with experience.

We will only contact shortlisted candidates.