Risk And Compliance Officer

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children's rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children's rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won't stop until we are all equal.

Role Purpose

The Risk & Compliance Officer will support the Risk, Grants and Partnerships Manager in implementing effective risk management, and internal control systems. The role will focus on first-level preparation, follow-up, and coordination tasks to ensure that processes, policies, and procedures are adhered to across the organisation. The Officer will also support cross-functional initiatives including verification, review of legal contracts, and other assignments as delegated by the Risk, Grants and Partnerships Manager.

Dimensions of the Role

The position works closely with the Risk, Grants and Partnerships Manager to ensure timely reporting on effective risk management and Internal Controls, and effective follow-up on agreed actions.

Technical expertise, skills and knowledge

Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of:

• The context in Lebanon, particularly issues affecting the rights and well-being of children and young people, especially girls and young women
• The Civil Society environment in Lebanon with a focus on local and national organisations working on child rights and gender equality
• Knowledge of developing/maintaining internal controls and risk management concepts and systems
• Knowledge of risk management frameworks, processes and Internal Control System
• Knowledge of developing/maintaining financial internal control and risk management concepts and systems

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Audit, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience in Finance, internal control, audit, risk management. INGO experience is desirable.
• Good understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and donor compliance requirements.

Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in work.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and functions.
• Good time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate high professional integrity.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to work in a team.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and organisational needs.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Arabic.

Location: Beirut

Type of Role: Fixed-term | Full-time | Open for Nationals only

Reports to: Risk, Grants and Partnership Manager

Grade: Hay 12

Closing Date: Open on rolling basis

Please note that Plan International will never send unsolicited emails requesting payment from candidates.