MTN NAIJA JOB OFFER, TUESDAY 9, NOVEMBER 2010

JOB TITLE: RISK MANAGER
DEPARTMENT: INTERNAL AUDIT
LOCATION: LAGOS




JOB DESCRIPTION:
Align operational targets to business strategy
Analyze long term implications of actions on the viability of the business from a broad perspective
Analyze the impact of solutions on other areas of the business, as well as the interdependency of units
Drive best practice, continuous improvement and innovation at process and procedure level within Business Risk Management unit
Construct, implement and fine-tune methods, processes and systems to enhance effectiveness and meet organizational goals
Utilize appropriate models for analyzing potential risks to the business, taking a 360 degree view of the organizations’ risk profile
Analyze local conditions, as well as competitor activity to create competitive advantage
Provide input into benchmarking local and international risk management best practices and strategies
Provide input into the development of risk management policies and procedures
Ensure implementation and maintenance of BRM policies and procedures
Provide input into the development of plans for the roll-out of Risk Management in conjunction with the Business Units across MTNN, in alignment with the Group Risk Management Framework
Assist Senior Manager with establishment and implementation of structures to comply with the Group Risk Management Framework in conjunction with the Business Units across MTNN
Provide input into the implementation of improvements to Risk Management capabilities within Business Units in MTNN
Facilitate on-going enterprise-wide risk assessments and mitigation of risks and ownership in all Business Units across MTNN, in line with the Group ERM framework; which involves interviews and workshops with Senior Management
Ensure that CURA (risks management system/ tool) is implemented and fully utilized to automate the risk management process within MTN Nigeria
Ensure ongoing risk identification, assessment and reporting to the stakeholders
Provide input into the development of procedures and processes for crisis prevention and management
Ensure the implementation of defined project risk management framework
Ensure the implementation of Insurance risk management in terms of group framework
Perform in-depth evaluations on key risks within the organization
Analyze and advise on costs associated with risk non-compliance maintenance and prevention
Assess current and potential risks and assist business in developing prevention strategies and business continuity plans
Monitor and report on exposures
Support the ERM environment in aligning to other disciplines within Business Risk Management unit
Provide input into forecasting, planning, and development of the budget for the unit
Manage and optimize the budget, ensuring all expenditure is in line with the agreed budgets
Monitor costs and determine initiatives to optimize resources
Ensure preparation of ERM reports to stakeholders when required
Provide input into reporting to Audit and Risk Committee on a quarterly basis
Liaise constantly with Senior Management and Executives on various risk matters especially tracking ownership and mitigation of risk items identified
Train risk champions on the use of CURA software, and liaise with them on an on-going basis regarding ERM projects
Provide training to management and staff on risk matters, as required


JOB CONDITIONS: General working conditions May be required to work extra hours Willingness to travel at any time
REPORTING TO: SM, Business Risk

REQUIRED SKILLS:
8 years work experience comprising:
At least 3 years financial experience in Business Risk or Auditing
At least 1- 2 years of leadership experience in similar positions, fast-moving industries would be an added advantage
A strong background in managing business risk in a fast – moving industries (i.e. Telecommunication)

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Permanent


QUALIFICATION:
First degree in numerate discipline Qualified Chartered Accountant (ACCA or ACA) would be an added advantage Risk Management qualification would be an added advantage


This vacancy expires on 11/18/2010


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http://careers.mtnonline.com/vacancies.asp?deptid=6&id=1525