Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance

Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance Position Description The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance is a leadership position within Winrock International responsible for the planning, coordination, execution, and reporting of risk and compliance activities and acting as internal oversight of the global legal vendors and partners. The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance serves as the agency's risk management expert, internal consultant and change agent with a strategic business focus. The position focuses on monitoring and updating the organization’s formal risk governance framework and providing practical solutions to issues and concerns that impact the organization's ability to fulfill its mission. The Sr. Director helps cultivate and foster a culture of ethics and compliance with the laws within the countries Winrock operates and with Winrock’s policies and procedures. The Sr. Director must have a proven track record in risk management within the context of US government contracting, specifically with expertise in USAID (United States Agency for International Development) programs and oversight from the Office of Inspector General (OIG). This position is a hybrid in-office role with presence required in either Washington, DC area or Little Rock, Arkansas. Organizational Reporting The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance will report functionally to the chairman of the Audit and Compliance Committee of the Winrock Board and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer. Duties and Responsibilities The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance is responsible for implementing a coordinated approach for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and reporting on risk throughout the organization, managing the risk oversight process for Winrock International, conducting internal investigations while ensuring legal oversight within the organization. The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance not only oversees the risk and compliance function but has direct involvement in the day-to-day investigations and resulting outcomes. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Risk Management & Mitigation: Monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of the organization's risk management strategy. Developing a project risk register and execution of an annual enterprise project risk assessment. Establishing an annual oversight plan. Compliance & Ethics: Oversee compliance, anti-fraud, waste and abuse, and resolution/follow up functions. Foster a culture of ethics and compliance with the laws where Winrock operates, ensuring adherence to Winrock’s policies and procedures, as well as expectations outlined by the US Department of Justice (DOJ) Updating Winrock’s established Code of Conduct, Values and continuing training and maintenance of high standards of ethics and integrity across the organization. Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards. Lead and provide guidance on ethical considerations and conduct within the organization. Conduct and manage investigations and reports of code of conduct, ethics and other non-human resources policy violations. Monitoring & Reporting Establish key risk indicators (KRIs) and monitor them regularly. Prepare and present comprehensive risk reports to the executive team and board. Report to the chairman of the Audit and Compliance Committee and president/CEO on risk and compliance monitoring activities; anti-fraud, waste, and abuse; and resolution /follow-up functions. Managing incoming hotline reports of concerns and allegations, following up on next steps, reporting to the Executive Team and Board of Directors on required actions Legal Advice: Provide general legal advice to senior management and other departments. Collaborate with external legal counsel experts on legal disputes and litigation involving the organization. Ensure that business decisions comply with applicable laws and regulations. Advise on corporate governance matters. Assist in the preparation and conduct of board meetings and support the Board Secretary. Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited university. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited U.S. law school preferred Minimum of 12 years of relevant experience with a minimum of 5 years in US government contracting Global travel expected up to 25%. The Sr. Director, Ethics, Risk & Compliance will have the following desired professional skills and competencies: Required: Demonstrated experience with risk management within the context of US government contracting, specifically expertise with the Office of Inspector General (OIG). Senior level experience and knowledge of risk management best practices in the public and/or private sector. Demonstrated ability to resolve complex risk management issues and create financial analysis documents on an executive level. Leadership level knowledge of complex risk-related financial analysis techniques, applications, records, and reporting. Ability to communicate effectively, brief senior officials regarding options and recommendations, and inspire confidence in those recommendations and decisions. Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and facilitate change; demonstrated vision to define and effectively manage strategies, change structures, and change processes necessary to address program priorities of Winrock International. Ability to instill trust and confidence; create a culture that fosters high standards of ethics; behave in a fair and ethical manner toward others; and demonstrate a sense of responsibility and commitment to public service. Ability to conduct investigations across diverse cultures, while demonstrating cultural sensitivity. Preferred: Expertise with USAID (United States Agency for International Development) programs and oversight highly preferred In-depth knowledge of FAR, USAID regulations, and OIG oversight requirements Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP) or similar type of certification Ability to quickly develop a strong understanding and knowledge of the major operational functions of Winrock International, including the organization's mission and function, programs, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Capacity to advise and respond to legal concerns. The salary range for this role is set between $200,000 and $225,000, with the majority of candidates typically land within the midpoint of this range, there is an additional 10% contribution for a 403b annually and an excellent benefits package. Winrock is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all people and value diversity and inclusiveness. Winrock recruits, employs, trains, promotes and compensates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, family care status, or any other basis protected by law. At Winrock we have a clear mission: Empower the disadvantaged, increase economic opportunity and sustain natural resources through unwavering dedication to accountability, equity, innovation, integrity and transformation. Winrock knows that its success comes from the hard work and steadfast dedication of its diverse workforce. Winrock remains committed to maintaining diversity, inclusion and equity across the entire organization