Applications are invited for the following vacant post in the Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport (MSETT): Compliance and Risk Officer (GMG/SEG 1)

Salary range $3,501,526 – $4,709,163 per annum.

Job Purpose

Under the general guidance of the Director, Enterprise Risk Management, the Compliance and Risk Officer is to ensure that the organization operates within legal and regulatory frameworks, mitigates risks, and maintains a culture of compliance. The Risk Compliance Officer will play a critical role in identifying, assessing, and managing risks, as well as promoting ethical behaviour and integrity within the Ministry.

Key Responsibilities

Management/Administrative:

• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including legal teams, senior management, Departments and Agencies, to ensure a co-ordinated and effective approach to compliance;
• Advises internal management and business partners on the implementation of compliance programmes;
• Prepares and submits compliance reports to senior management and regulatory authorities;
• Reviews existing policies and makes recommendations to the Director, Enterprise Risk Management, in keeping with best practices, to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness;
• Ensures that violations are duly reported to the Director, Enterprise Risk Management;
• Follows up on compliance issues that require investigation.

Technical/Professional:

• Investigates matters related to non-compliance, ensuring that the appropriate records and documents are properly secured;
• Recognises common compliance vulnerabilities and recommends basic compliance controls to mitigate compliance risks;
• Tracks outcome of corrective actions taken and ensures compliance;
• Participates in conducting risk assessments to identify and evaluate potential risks and their impact on the Ministry;
• Provides support with the Development of risk management strategies;
• Develops training programmes to strengthen compliance with existing policies, procedures, and legislation governing the MSETT;
• Serves as a liaison with regulatory authorities and external auditors;
• Provides support with external reviews and audits;
• Monitors and evaluates the effectiveness of compliance programs and makes recommendations for improvement.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent analysis, research and evaluation skills
• Excellent customer and quality focus skills
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Excellent problem solving and decision making skills
• Integrity
• Compliance
• Change management
• Technical/Functional:
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite
• Knowledge of existing legislations, policies & regulations guiding the operation of the Ministry
• Report writing
• Knowledge of policy development skills
• Knowledge of the principles of risk management
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in matters of a sensitive nature
• Ability to manage multiple projects/assignments effectively
• Knowledge of compliance strategies, techniques and monitoring skills
• Ability to cope well under pressured working conditions and to meet deadlines

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and Accounts/Management Studies/Business
  Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized University;
• Three (3) years’ experience in compliance or auditing;
• Specialized training in Risk Management;
• Familiarity with operational, financial, quality assurance, and human resource procedures and regulations.

Special Conditions Associated with the Job

• Maybe required to work beyond regular working hours.
• Maybe required to travel locally in the execution of official duties.

Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Wednesday, 4th June, 2025 to:

The Permanent Secretary
Ministry of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport
PCJ Building
36 Trafalgar Road,
Kingston 10

Email: hr@mtw.gov.jm

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Applications should include the names and positions of two (2) senior persons who can provide a character and work-related reference.

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