Assistant Director Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance

The Assistant Director, Internal Audit; Risk and Compliance will be responsible for leading the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organisation’s internal audit, risk management, and compliance frameworks. This role ensures that all business operations and processes comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies, thereby safeguarding the organisation’s assets and reputation. The position will drive a culture of integrity, accountability, and risk awareness, directly impacting operational effectiveness and organisational sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and report on risk-based audits across clinical, operational, and financial areas to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Develop and implement risk management strategies, identifying, assessing, and monitoring organisational risks, and recommending mitigation measures to ensure business continuity and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee compliance programmes to ensure the organisation complies with all relevant healthcare laws, regulations, and internal policies, including data protection and patient safety standards.
• Work closely with management, clinical leaders, and external auditors to address audit findings, implement corrective actions, and share best practices.
• Recommend and support initiatives to enhance internal controls, risk management, and compliance processes.
• Provide leadership, training, and professional development to the Audit and Compliance Team to ensure high performance and achievement of departmental objectives.

Qualifications

• 10–15 years’ experience in internal audit, risk management, compliance, or a related field, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or management role, preferably within the healthcare sector.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or a related discipline; a Master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CRISC) is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and healthcare regulations.
• Proven ability to develop and implement audit and compliance programmes in a complex healthcare environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Outstanding communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Must be a resident of Imo State or open to relocation.