Risk and Compliance Specialist (P-3) – Fixed Term – Kinshasa

About the role

Under the supervision of the Risk and Compliance Manager, you will strengthen risk assurance and compliance efforts within UNICEF's large‑scale country office in Kinshasa. You will support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of risk management practices across processes, systems and entities.

Key responsibilities

• Provide risk management support, including monitoring and reporting on risk mitigation activities.
• Deliver compliance support to ensure adherence to organisational rules, internal controls and ethical standards.
• Assist in fraud risk management and conduct related investigations.
• Offer oversight and advisory services to senior management.
• Create awareness and build capacity on risk and compliance topics.
• Coordinate with the regional office for additional support as required.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree (Master’s or higher) in Business Administration, Financial Management, Operations Management, Strategic Management, Risk Management, Audit, Investigation, Internal Control or Statistics.
• Minimum five years of continuous professional experience in risk and compliance, with several years in internal audit.
• Proven experience in financial management, especially in developing and implementing financial controls.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to contribute to UNICEF’s mission of protecting children’s rights.
• Professional development within a global humanitarian organisation.
• Fixed‑term contract with competitive benefits.