Compliance Officer - Roving

COMPLIANCE OFFICER - ROVING International Rescue Committee ABOUT THE ROLE The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a dedicated Compliance Officer to join our Kenya operations. This roving position will support IRC's mission to restore safety, dignity, and hope to people affected by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933, IRC works across more than 40 countries and operates in Kenya's refugee camps and multiple counties, implementing comprehensive programs in health, nutrition, governance, women's protection, and economic recovery. As a Compliance Officer, you will be instrumental in building and maintaining a culture of integrity, ethics, and accountability throughout our organization. You will serve as a key investigator, advisor, and trainer, ensuring that IRC Kenya and our implementing partners adhere to local laws, IRC policies, donor regulations, and contractual obligations. Your work will directly strengthen organizational practices and protect the vulnerable populations we serve. POSITION DETAILS Job Grade: 8A Monthly Salary: Ksh. 173,250/- Contract Type: Regular Reporting to: Compliance Coordinator Deployment: Roving between Kakuma and Hagadera field offices, with potential support to Lamu and Garissa counties KEY RESPONSIBILITIES As Compliance Officer, you will screen and assess incoming complaints to determine the appropriate investigative response. You will conduct thorough interviews with complainants, subjects, and witnesses following established procedures and prepare detailed investigation reports with findings and recommendations. You will draft investigation-related documents including investigation plans and witness statements while identifying and analyzing evidence to support your findings. Beyond investigations, you will monitor the implementation of corrective action plans and conduct system reviews in collaboration with relevant departments to identify compliance gaps. You will coordinate with various teams to ensure timely responses to compliance audit requirements and track progress on risk mitigation measures. Supporting our partnership management, you will review partner agreements and processes from a compliance perspective to ensure alignment with IRC policies. You will champion a culture of ethics and compliance reporting by designing and facilitating training sessions that promote integrity and responsible conduct. Additionally, you will perform system reviews, support audit requirements, and take on other related duties as assigned by management. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS You hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant social science field including Criminal Justice, Criminology, Sociology, Law, Finance, or a comparable discipline. You have a minimum of five years of professional experience in compliance, investigations, or related fields. You possess strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to examine data and communicate critical information clearly and accurately. Your planning, organizational, and interpersonal capabilities are excellent, allowing you to work effectively across different departments and levels. You communicate proficiently in both English and Kiswahili, both verbally and in writing, with exceptional presentation and reporting abilities. You are proficient in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while responding effectively to changing priorities. Your integrity, professionalism, and sense of urgency are evident in everything you do, and you are genuinely committed to IRC's mission, values, and purpose. PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS All IRC staff members must uphold the IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct, which emphasize Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. IRC is committed to safeguarding practices, preventing exploitation and abuse, protecting children, maintaining fiscal integrity, and ensuring protection from retaliation. The organization maintains a zero-tolerance approach to workplace harassment and provides a safe environment for all employees and beneficiaries. IRC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.