Risk & Compliance Manager

Position Summary: Responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks that could impact the Foundation’s operations, reputation, or compliance with laws and regulations. This role oversees internal controls, conducts audits, reviews contracts, and ensures organizational compliance with applicable laws, policies, and standards. The Risk Manager works collaboratively across departments to develop risk management strategies, strengthen accountability, and promote a culture of compliance and integrity throughout the organization.

Salary

$77,256

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive risk management program aligned with the Foundation’s mission and goals.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls to safeguard organizational assets and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Conduct internal audits to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to established procedures.
• Review contracts, agreements, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs) for risk exposure, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and organizational policies.
• Collaborate with leadership and department managers to identify operational, financial, legal, and reputational risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Monitor and report on compliance with grant and funding requirements, insurance coverage, and vendor obligations.
• Maintain and update the organization’s risk register and ensure timely follow-up on audit findings and corrective actions.
• Responsible for completing insurance applications and renewals in collaboration with appropriate departments; implementing policies and procedures and monitor cybersecurity risks (including maintaining and reviewing cybersecurity insurance); establishing and reviewing policies and procedures in the area of risk and compliance; in collaboration/coordination with applicable departments
• Serve as liaison with external auditors, insurers, and regulatory agencies.
• Develop and deliver training programs to promote awareness of risk management, ethics, and compliance responsibilities among staff.
• Support business continuity and emergency preparedness planning and implementation.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.

Experience

Minimum of five (5) years of experience in risk management, auditing, compliance, or related field; nonprofit experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Familiarity with nonprofit operations and regulations.
• Strong knowledge of internal controls, risk assessment methodologies, and audit procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both internally and externally and manage stakeholder/funder relationships with a focus on business improvement.
• Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations, and organizational policies.
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Budget management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, and reporting.
• Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development, and task facilitation.
• Proficiency in operations of various office equipment and computer software programs Windows XP, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to recognize change and manage a growing organization.
• Ability to sit for 5-6 hours, stand, walk, bend/stoop, and twist/turn for up to 1-2 hours.
• Ability to stand up/lift, lift and carry, lift overhead, and push/pull up to 15 lbs.