Director of Security at BURN

BURN designs, manufactures, and distributes aspirational fuel-efficient cooking products that save lives and forests in the developing world.BURN has revolutionized the global cookstove sector by proving the business case for selling a high quality, locally manufactured and unsubsidized cookstoves.Since 2013, BURN has sold 200,000+ high quality, locally manu...

 

Director of Security

  • Job TypeFull Time
  • QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
  • Experience8 years
  • LocationNairobi
  • Job FieldLaw / Legal  , Security / Intelligence 

About the role

The Director of Security will lead and oversee all internal and forensic audits to ensure organizational compliance and proactively address potential issues. This role involves conducting high-level, confidential investigations into fraud, misconduct, and other unethical activities, ensuring that investigations and audits are conducted with integrity and professionalism.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic direction for internal investigations and auditing functions.
  • Direct and manage complex investigations into allegations of fraud, misconduct, and other unethical behaviour.
  • Oversee evidence collection, witness interviews, and documentation of findings.
  • Collaborate with various departments to ensure thorough and accurate investigations.
  • Plan, execute, and supervise internal and forensic audits to ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Analyze audit findings and provide strategic recommendations for enhancing internal controls and processes.
  • Prepare comprehensive reports on investigative and audit findings, including conclusions and recommendations.
  • Present findings and recommendations to the Senior Management Team and other stakeholders.
  • Ensure accurate and confidential documentation of all investigations and audits.
  • Ensure investigations and audits comply with legal requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.
  • Advise on policy and procedural improvements to prevent future issues and enhance compliance.
  • Foster a culture of integrity and ethical conduct within the organization.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to fraud, misconduct, and compliance failures.
  • Implement strategies to strengthen internal controls and risk management practices.
  • Develop and deliver training programs on fraud prevention, ethical behavior, and compliance for employees.
  • Promote awareness of reporting mechanisms and the importance of ethical conduct.

Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, Law, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field; master’s degree or equivalent is a plus.
  • Relevant professional certifications such as Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or similar.
  • At least 8 years of experience in internal investigations, compliance, auditing, or related fields, with a minimum of 3 years in a managerial or director-level role.
  • Extensive knowledge of investigation techniques, auditing standards, and legal requirements.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
  • High degree of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple complex investigations and audits simultaneously.
  • Familiarity with the regulatory environment in BURN’s countries of operation is advantageous.
  • A willingness to travel within the countries of operation as needed.
  • Proficiency in relevant software and investigative/auditing tools.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to BURN on burnmanufacturing.applytojob.com to apply

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