Head, Integrity & Governance

Job Summary The Head, Integrity & Governance, leads the operational implementation of MRANTI’s integrity and governance initiatives, focusing on complaints management, detection and verification, integrity enhancement, and governance. This role supports the Director, Risk & Integrity, by managing the day-to-day activities of the Integrity & Governance Department and ensuring compliance with MACC requirements. The Head coordinates and manages the activities of the Management Governance Committee, ensuring effective execution of governance and integrity initiatives. Additionally, the Head oversees adherence to the Discretionary Authority Limit (DAL) and drives efforts to promote ethical behavior across the organization.

Job Responsibilities

• Integrity Management: Develop and implement company-wide integrity strategies, ensuring all business units are aligned with the integrity framework. Lead efforts to enhance ethical behavior, conduct integrity assessments, and create initiatives to prevent unethical practices.
• Governance Oversight: Oversee the governance structure, ensuring the organization adheres to regulatory and internal governance standards. Collaborate with department heads to ensure governance policies are effectively implemented and consistently followed.
• Framework Development: Design and maintain an integrated governance and integrity framework aligned with the organization’s objectives and regulatory requirements. Continuously update the framework based on emerging trends and industry best practices.
• Complaints & Investigation Management: Lead the process for receiving and managing integrity-related complaints. Conduct verifications and investigations to address potential breaches of integrity, implementing corrective measures where necessary, and reporting findings to the Director, Risk & Integrity, and Senior Leadership.
• Reporting & Analytics: Develop comprehensive reports on integrity and governance for Senior Leadership and the Board. Provide detailed insights on integrity breaches, governance compliance, and areas for improvement to support high-level decision-making.
• Cross-Departmental Governance Integration: Ensure the integration of governance and integrity initiatives across the company’s operations. Work closely with all departments to embed governance frameworks and proactively address integrity risks.
• Representation on Governance Matters: Serve as the representative of the Director, Risk & Integrity during external stakeholder engagements concerning governance and integrity, including interactions with regulatory bodies such as MACC when necessary.
• Policy Development & Compliance: Assist in the creation and revision of integrity and governance policies, ensuring they are in line with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Oversee the implementation of these policies and provide guidance to departments for compliance.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead the Integrity & Governance team in developing internal capabilities to manage complaints, detection, and verification processes. Foster a culture of continuous learning and ethical behavior within the team.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage with Senior Leadership and department heads to ensure the strategic integration of governance and integrity initiatives across the organization. Support alignment between governance initiatives and business objectives.
• Discretionary Authority Limit (DAL) Oversight: Oversee adherence to the Discretionary Authority Limit (DAL) and ensure it aligns with governance practices and company policies.

Job Requirement

• Candidate should possess a Bachelor Degree in Law, Governance, Risk Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Possession of relevant professional certifications, such as Certified Integrity Officer (CeIO), Certified Compliance and Ethics Professional (CCEP), or equivalent, is highly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in integrity, governance, compliance, or risk management.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership role overseeing integrity, governance frameworks, or compliance initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in managing cross-functional teams and implementing company-wide governance or integrity strategies through collaboration.
• Experience with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software and tools is a plus.
• Strong report-writing skills with the ability to present findings and recommendations effectively to Senior Leadership and the Board.
• Deep understanding of governance, integrity, and compliance frameworks, including familiarity with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
• Experienced in conducting verifications, investigations, and implementing corrective measures to address integrity breaches.
• Proven ability to design, implement, and monitor governance and integrity frameworks aligned with organizational goals.
• High level of initiative and discretion when handling sensitive information or integrity-related complaints.