The OPEC Fund for International Development is a multilateral development finance institution established in 1976. Our 12 Member Countries are: Algeria, Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, the Islamic Republic of Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Lead Compliance Officer
Location: Austria
Job Profile
- The Lead Compliance Officer reports to and assists the Senior Director, General Counsel in identifying, prioritizing, and assigning accountability for managing potential threats related to regulatory or policy non-compliance- or ethical misconduct- that could lead to fines or penalties, reputational damage,.
- The position monitors and ensures compliance with internal rules and regulations at all levels in accordance with relevant institutional frameworks, in order to foster an ethical culture and an environment of high integrity in the interactions amongst staff and stakeholders of the OPEC Fund.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Formulates an annual compliance program, which includes identifying areas for compliance review and creating awareness of the importance of compliance and the risks of violations
- Coordinates the OPEC Fund Compliance Function and manages compliance risk, which includes the risk of legal or regulatory sanctions, material financial loss or loss to reputation that the OPEC Fund may suffer as a result of its failure to comply with law, rules, regulations and standards
- Ensures institutional compliance with laws and regulations in every aspect, including governance, internal structure, decision-making processes, principles of procurement and principles of corporate social responsibility, access to information policy, sustainability reporting and adherence to internal instructions
- Ensures operational compliance in every aspect, including compliance with guidelines on Know Your Customer (KYC), Anti-Money Laundering, terrorist financing and tax evasion, as well as compliance in relation to the development of new products or business practices. This also covers assessing integrity risks related to projects financed by the OPEC Fund and to stakeholders that the OPEC Fund works with, including entities responsible for the implementation of projects financed by the OPEC Fund
- Monitors professional conduct compliance in every aspect and investigates violations relating to conflict of interest, insider trading and compliance with the Codes of Conduct established for the Board, Management and Staff
- Ensures compliance with regulatory regimes, particularly in respect of the borrowing program, including reporting requirements, relevant market regulations, and related administrative tasks to avoid liabilities
- Conducts periodic compliance review in accordance with an approved annual work plan and provides specialist guidance on the required action-plans for addressing significant deviations identified in the review, resolving complex or contentious queries and issues; and enabling others to take appropriate actions
- Liaises with peer institutions to regularly identify best practices that could inform the review and update of OPEC Fund internal and external integrity policies
- Works with external stakeholders (authorized officials of partner countries/institutions, law firms and other counterparties) and internal stakeholders (OPEC Fund departments/units) Carries out other tasks assigned by the Senior Director, General Counsel that are related to the job function.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Law and Admission to the Bar or equivalent
- Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience, including five years at a senior level
- Preferably up to two years of experience at an international development finance institution/ international law firm.
Competencies:
- Ability to independently manage the Compliance Function, contribute to the development of the work program, conduct compliance reviews and monitor the implementation of agreed action plans
- Ability to coordinate a complex range of activities with a view to achieving departmental objectives
- Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of other major languages is an added advantage
- Excellent interpersonal, leadership, teamwork and analytical skills, as well as high level of integrity and drive for achieving results
- Demonstrable ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Job Title: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Location: Austria (AT)
Job Profile
- The Talent Acquisition Specialist manages the recruitment process and delivery of a major part of the institution’s attracting, sourcing, selecting and hiring of top talent activities, in line with the existing HR strategy and policies and the OPEC Fund objectives, to ensure that the OPEC Fund meets business requirements and is recognized as an Employer of Choice. The position has no structural supervisory function/s.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Leads analysis of business needs and labor market developments and coordinates with departments to identify staffing needs and selection criteria
- Identifies job descriptions and manages the interview process
- Uses standardized screening techniques, assesses the skills, qualifications and experience of potential candidates
- Provides feedback and advice to management about details regarding applications
- Works closely with management on all diversity initiatives involving recruitment to ensure fairness in hiring practices
- Focuses on Employer branding to ensure that the OPEC Fund is recognized as an Employer of Choice
- Ensures proper on-boarding for new hires and the necessary administrative work is completed promptly and accurately
- Uses various methods to recruit and network with potential candidates including social media platforms, networking events and job fairs
- Sources potential candidates through online channels (i.e., professional networks and social platforms)
- Forecasts quarterly and annual hiring needs by department
- Designs and maintains effective relationships with the Lead HR Business Partners and external search parties
- Fosters long-term relationships with past applicants and potential candidates screening calls, assessments and in-person interviews
- Coordinates with stakeholders to incorporate all metrics into all talent acquisition systems
- Carries out other tasks assigned by the Director, HRP&P Unit.
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in Business Administration / Human Resource Management or other relevant fields
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience
- Preferably 2-3 years of experience in an international development institution.
Competencies:
- Good knowledge of Talent market intelligence and modern technology and methods of sourcing
- Demonstrable knowledge of and experience with the whole talent acquisition cycle and in talent assessment of knowledge, skills and abilities
- Demonstrable skills in cultivating and maintaining relationships across jobs, industries, personality types and with internal & external stakeholders such as search firms and other related vendors
- Demonstrable project management skill
- Fluent in English. A good working knowledge of other major languages is an added advantage
- Demonstrable ability to work in an international multi-cultural environment, with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
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