Abrar Admin

Qatar Foundation Research and Development

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 JOB PURPOSE:
 
 
 
 To manage the QF wide Whistleblower Program and enhance Qatar Foundation&rsquo;s Review &amp; Investigations processes. To carry out fair and impartial investigations and contribute to development of the wider compliance framework within the Foundation.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 KEY RESULT AREAS:
 
 
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 Manage the oversight and administration of the Whistleblower program
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 Manage, select, and implement an appropriate software application for the Whistleblower program ensuring alignment with QF requirements
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 Lead and contribute to refining and developing related policy, procedures, and protocols
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 Review and carry out assessment of initial allegations as per the Foundation&rsquo;s established complaint screening criteria and process
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 Develop and establish standardized investigation protocols, guidelines, and practices
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 Conduct internal reviews or investigations into allegations of non-compliance with law, regulation policy, or ethical standards and draft detailed investigation reports
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 Work with all levels of management (including N-2, N-3) to implement remedial measures or close gaps in internal controls identified in the investigative process. For certain reviews, engagement at N-1 level may be required, together with the Head of Compliance / Director of R&amp;C
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 Generate and distribute regular and ad-hoc reports and continuously seek opportunities to enhance reporting.
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 Present reports to Audit Committee as required (likely together with the Head of Compliance / Director of R&amp;C)
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 Contribute to strategic decisions within the Compliance Department, including ongoing and ad-hoc projects, providing inputs which contribute to the enhancement of the compliance function
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 Provide independent assurance, making sure compliance with internal and external obligations through compliance monitoring process
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 Contribute to fraud prevention, mitigation, lead investigation trainings and raise awareness of fraud within Qatar Foundation
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 Other reasonable tasks as assigned by supervisor
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 MINIMUM SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE &amp; EXPERIENCE:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s or Master&rsquo;s degree in relevant field (Risk Management, Compliance, Law); or other fields such as Human Resources, Public Administration, Psychology; relevant combination of education, training and work experience
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 5-7 years of experience in similar roles; experience working in GCC is preferred
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 Strong experience and knowledge of regulation and legislations in the State of Qatar
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 Certification on ACFE; other professional certifications such as CIA, CPA and ACCA are an advantage
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 Extensive experience performing investigative work, which may include performing Whistleblower investigation or mediating Whistleblower cases
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 Demonstratable investigative experience; gathering, reviewing/analyzing document, interviewing witnesses, researching case laws to determine compliance or non-compliance
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 Advanced knowledge of ethics and compliance profession and investigations standards
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 Strong emotional intelligence and cultural awareness / sensitivity and discretion required
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 Strong ability to analyze data and draw reasonable conclusions and communicate clearly
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 Excellent teamwork and interpersonal skills and ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in a diverse multi-cultural environment
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 Excellent writing skills with the ability to draft and edit a variety of written reports and communications and to articulate ideas clearly and concisely; Arabic proficiency is preferred
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 Strong knowledge in CaseWare or other relevant software is an advantage. Proficiency in ERP applications and MS Office applications
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