Head of Counter Fraud Woking, Surrey, UK

We are currently seeking to recruit a Head of Counter Fraud.

About the Role

This post is part of the senior team in Global Assurance and will establish frameworks to reduce the risk of loss of funds and resources from fraud, corruption, mismanagement and criminal activity, Thereby reducing reputational risk so sponsors and donors regard Plan as a well managed, ethical and accountable organization. Dimensions of Role: Leads the Counter Fraud unit, managing a team of two staff and others as and when assigned Advises the International Board, senior management and operational management on strategies and practices designed to reduce loss from fraud and irregularity Works with Plan National Organisations Builds networks and links in with other International NGO’s and institutional donors counter fraud efforts Represents Plan International in professional practice bodies Key End Results and typical Responsibilities: Ensures an effective counter fraud framework and service is in place ; Research and utilise best practice to develop and implement the counter fraud framework [policy, procedures, tools, training, reporting and monitoring mechanisms] Ensure management and staff across Plan International are aware of and are trained in fraud exposure understanding and mitigation practices Develop pro-active and reactive services to minimise losses from fraud and corruption; Carry out fraud exposure analyses Review controls effectiveness to mitigate losses Ensure allegations and incidents are properly investigated, to professional and international standards Support management in the resolution of incidents Provide support in loss recovery actions Acts as functional lead for counter fraud, ensuring ; Consistent and accurate advice on counter-fraud policy, practices and trends is provided to all levels of management a strong and able counter fraud team is in place, delivering services of a high quality across the range needed for excellent business delivery Team management establishes clear mutual roles and responsibilities Key services are delivered efficiently, reviewed and adjusted to meet business needs The set up and maintenance of a global team of counter fraud practitioners (a network of trained resource from staff with other line responsibilities) Management are well informed about counter fraud activities and levels of risk Produce regular reports on counter fraud activity and impact to senior management and International Board Work with other risk and control resources to identify and help implement effective fraud reduction control and practices Dealing with Problems: Collaborate with other governance, risk and compliance resources to build a culture of zero tolerance Work collaboratively with internal teams to ensure early indications of potential issues. Own the resolution to problems to ensure the project continues to remain on track and is delivered within agreed timeframes. Communications and Working Relationships: Liaises closely with other risk and control related staff across Plan Communicates at all levels, from International Board across to Program Unit level Works as part of Global Assurance management team Ability to communicate within multicultural organisation, recognizing legal, cultural, and ethnic variations and practices Ability to communicate with other professional bodies, e.g. law enforcement agencies Has to be able to work in co-operation with managers and staff Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives: Knowledge Excellent demonstrable knowledge in the field of counter fraud Aware of current best practices in investigation techniques and practices Awareness of global standards and legislation around fraud and corruption Understanding of the role and approaches of international development sector Skills Excellent investigative capability Ability to synthesise information into concise reports and action plans Persuasive and able to argue a case Can manage directly reporting and indirect staff Able to make decisions based on experience, considering context and situation Able to offer practical solutions to management to help resolve incidents Able to pursue a line of reasoned action even where pressure may be applied to compromise Perseverance and tenacity Good oral and written communications Good English language, other major languages an advantage (French, Spanish) Behaviours Ability to work in partnership with others, both within Plan and externally Flexibility in approach, ensuring application of skills and experience is relevant to situation and context Adapts well to different environments and situations Cross-culturally agile and gender sensitive Aware of impact on others and use impact to create a positive working environment Commitment to development and humanitarian values and standards and child protection Physical Environment and Demands: Global role, requiring significant international travel Location: Plan International Headquarters, Woking, Surrey, UK. Travel: This is a global role and there will be extensive international travel. Type of Role: Permanent Reports to: Director of Global Assurance Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 Closing Date: Wednesday 29thAugust 2012

References will be taken and background and anti-terrorism checks will be carried out in conformity with Plans Child Protection Policy. Plan operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.

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Head of Counter Fraud

Woking, Surrey, UK