39 Associate Risk jobs in Nigeria

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Lagos Full Time

Banking, Finance & Insurance NGN 400, ,000

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The Risk, Compliance & Recovery Officer is responsible for ensuring the organization adheres to regulatory requirements, internal policies, and best risk management practices. The role also involves managing credit risk, overseeing debt recovery efforts, and ensuring compliance processes are effectively implemented to safeguard the company's assets

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Senior level
• Experience Length : 7 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities:

• Identify, assess, and monitor enterprise-wide risks (credit, operational, regulatory, reputational, etc.).
• Develop, review, and implement internal risk and compliance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Monitor regulatory changes and ensure timely implementation of compliance requirements.
• Conduct regular internal audits and risk assessments to identify potential gaps.
• Ensure all departments comply with internal policies and external regulations (e.g., CBN, NDIC).
• Prepare and submit periodic risk and compliance reports to management and regulators.
• Train staff on risk awareness and compliance best practices.
• Review and analyze non-performing accounts and develop strategies for recovery.
• Contact delinquent customers through calls, visits, and correspondence to recover debts.
• Negotiate repayment plans, settlements, or restructuring where necessary.
• Maintain and update debtor records with payment arrangements and follow-ups.
• Engage third-party recovery agents and monitor their performance.
  Recommend accounts for legal action or write-off based on risk analysis and recovery progress.

Requirements:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Good knowledge of financial analysis and credit risk assessment.
  •Familiarity with regulatory compliance and documentation.

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of
Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO).
The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa's most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food-secure future. Please visit for more information on IITA.

As part of IITA's ongoing efforts to strengthen the institutional performance and financial resilience, IITA is creating a new leadership position; Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO). The Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO) is a senior leadership role at IITA, reporting directly to the Director General and serving as a core member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) with oversight over Finance, Risk Management, Financial Systems and Analytics. The CFRO will collaborate with other SMT members and provide advice on matters with financial and potential risk consequences. The CFRO will lead efforts to drive value for money and cost effectiveness across programs, resource mobilization, and support service functions.

This role is designed to improve clarity, integration, and responsiveness in how IITA manages and communicates its financial health especially in today's evolving donor and governance environment. It will integrate Finance, Risk Management, Financial Systems and Analytics oversight aligning more closely with the expectations of our Board and the complexity of today's financial landscape.

The CFRO will lead the Institute's financial strategy, enterprise risk management, institutional analytics, and financial systems oversight to ensure transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

The CFRO will play a pivotal role in providing strategic and operational leadership of finance at IITA, building institutional resilience by strengthening financial systems and controls, enhancing revenue generation and cost efficiency and recovery mechanisms, and providing clear leadership and vision for the finance function across IITA whilst developing a high-performing finance team.

Position Responsibilities
The Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO) will have the following key responsibilities.

Finance and Revenue Maximization

• Provide operational and strategic leadership for all aspects of IITA's financial management, planning, and reporting
• Support the IITA Board in their governance and fiduciary responsibilities of finances, risk and audit including developing and ensuring the delivery of appropriate and effective financial statements and reports
• Provide strategic oversight of the development and management of budgets, income, expenditure, and cash managementto support the delivery of IITA's global portfolio through sound budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls across the Institute
• Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of financial data, and provide effective business partnering to program and operational leaders to support decision-making, ensuring that all financial information provided is accurate, timely, and insightful
• Enhance revenue by optimizing full cost recovery, leveraging allfunding strategically, and increasing return on infrastructure investments
• Ensure compliance with all donors, CGIAR, audit, and legal and operational requirements

Risk Management

• Develop and maintain an enterprise risk management framework tailored to IITA's evolving operations
• Provide global oversight for identifying, assessing, and monitoring financial, operational, and strategic risks by leading an integrated risk management approach that informs the global risk register and strengthens proposal risk assessments
• Integrate risk management systems, tools, and reporting into a unified global framework to help in monitoring and managing those risks across IITA's portfolio
• Advise the SMT and Board on risks, mitigation strategies and early warning indicators
• Drive the implementation of improvements and corrective actions arising from internal and external audits, incident reviews, case management outcomes, donor feedback, and updates to policies and practices

Systems, Controls, and Automation

• Ensure IITA's financial planning, accounting and systems are robust, meet statutory and regulatory standards and support the delivery of all IITA's work
• Lead the strengthening of financial systems (e.g., ERP) to enhance accurate information, internal controls, transparency, and audit readinessthroughout IITA headquarters and country offices
• Oversee integration of financial systems with institutional planning, analytics, and risk functions
• Promote automation and efficiency across financial and administrative operations

Analytics and Strategic Reporting

• Lead the development of financial dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and scenario-based modeling to strengthen operational financial planning, monitoring, and reporting. Ensure these tools effectively support strategic decision-making and are clearly communicated and understood across the organization
• Guide institutional planning processes through insightful trend analyses and predictive tools
• Translate financial data into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences, including the Board
• Foster a culture of transformation and automation within financial processes and systems championing digital solutions to streamline operations and improve service delivery

People and Capability Development

• Ensure Finance teams are effectively organized to support the achievement of IITA mission and objectives
• Build and lead a results-oriented finance team aligned with IITA's mission and core values
• Ensure continuous staff training and capacity building in financial strategy, systems, and compliance
• Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, responsiveness, and innovation within the Finance function

Requirements
Educational Qualifications
The candidate should hold at least an advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Recognized professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).

Core Competencies

• Minimum of 12 years of progressively senior experience in financial leadership roles, ideally in international, research, or development institutions
• Deep understanding of international donor financial compliance (e.g., CGIAR, World Bank, USAID, BMGF)
• Proven experience with full cost recovery, financial systems implementation, risk oversight, and institutional planning
• Developing and delivering operational and strategic plans and providing advice at a senior leadership level in a large, international and complex organization with multiple stakeholders
• Developing, implementing, evaluating information and financial systems internationally, and an appreciation of the need to use technology for operational connecting globally
• The ability to be both a hands-on and strategic leader and the agility and the ability to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through
• Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High level of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate diverse teams
• Excellent communication skills—able to distil complex financial information for executive and governance-level audiences
• Adaptability to lead in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder, multicultural environment

Benefits
Duty Station:
Ibadan, Nigeria

General information:
The contract will be for an initial period of three years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in US Dollars.

Applications:
Applications must include a cover letter which should address how the candidate's background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Director, People and Culture. Please complete our online application form using this link:

Closing Date:
17th September 2025

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.
While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
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The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) invites applications for the internationally recruited position of Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO).

The International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) is a not-for-profit institution that generates agricultural innovations to meet Africa's most pressing challenges of hunger, malnutrition, poverty, and natural resource degradation. Working with various partners across sub-Saharan Africa, we improve livelihoods, enhance food and nutrition security, increase employment, and preserve natural resource integrity. IITA is a member of CGIAR, a global agriculture research partnership for a food-secure future. Please visit for more information on IITA.

As part of IITA's ongoing efforts to strengthen the institutional performance and financial resilience, IITA is creating a new leadership position; Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO). The Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO) is a senior leadership role at IITA, reporting directly to the Director General and serving as a core member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) with oversight over Finance, Risk Management, Financial Systems and Analytics. The CFRO will collaborate with other SMT members and provide advice on matters with financial and potential risk consequences. The CFRO will lead efforts to drive value for money and cost effectiveness across programs, resource mobilization, and support service functions.

This role is designed to improve clarity, integration, and responsiveness in how IITA manages and communicates its financial health especially in today's evolving donor and governance environment. It will integrate Finance, Risk Management, Financial Systems and Analytics oversight aligning more closely with the expectations of our Board and the complexity of today's financial landscape.

The CFRO will lead the Institute's financial strategy, enterprise risk management, institutional analytics, and financial systems oversight to ensure transparency, accountability, and long-term sustainability.

The CFRO will play a pivotal role in providing strategic and operational leadership of finance at IITA, building institutional resilience by strengthening financial systems and controls, enhancing revenue generation and cost efficiency and recovery mechanisms, and providing clear leadership and vision for the finance function across IITA whilst developing a high-performing finance team.

Position Responsibilities

The Chief Financial and Risk Officer (CFRO) will have the following key responsibilities.

Finance and Revenue Maximization

·    Provide operational and strategic leadership for all aspects of IITA's financial management, planning, and reporting.

·    Support the IITA Board in their governance and fiduciary responsibilities of finances, risk and audit including developing and ensuring the delivery of appropriate and effective financial statements and reports.

·    Provide strategic oversight of the development and management of budgets, income, expenditure, and cash managementto support the delivery of IITA's global portfolio through sound budgeting, forecasting, and financial controls across the Institute.

·    Oversee the collection, analysis, and reporting of financial data, and provide effective business partnering to program and operational leaders to support decision-making, ensuring that all financial information provided is accurate, timely, and insightful.

·    Enhance revenue by optimizing full cost recovery, leveraging allfunding strategically, and increasing return on infrastructure investments.

·    Ensure compliance with all donors, CGIAR, audit, and legal and operational requirements.

Risk Management

·    Develop and maintain an enterprise risk management framework tailored to IITA's evolving operations.

·    Provide global oversight for identifying, assessing, and monitoring financial, operational, and strategic risks by leading an integrated risk management approach that informs the global risk register and strengthens proposal risk assessments.

·    Integrate risk management systems, tools, and reporting into a unified global framework to help in monitoring and managing those risks across IITA's portfolio.

·    Advise the SMT and Board on risks, mitigation strategies and early warning indicators.

·    Drive the implementation of improvements and corrective actions arising from internal and external audits, incident reviews, case management outcomes, donor feedback, and updates to policies and practices

Systems, Controls, and Automation

·    Ensure IITA's financial planning, accounting and systems are robust, meet statutory and regulatory standards and support the delivery of all IITA's work.

·    Lead the strengthening of financial systems (e.g., ERP) to enhance accurate information, internal controls, transparency, and audit readinessthroughout IITA headquarters and country offices.

·    Oversee integration of financial systems with institutional planning, analytics, and risk functions.

·    Promote automation and efficiency across financial and administrative operations.

Analytics and Strategic Reporting

·    Lead the development of financial dashboards, key performance indicators (KPIs), and scenario-based modeling to strengthen operational financial planning, monitoring, and reporting. Ensure these tools effectively support strategic decision-making and are clearly communicated and understood across the organization.

·    Guide institutional planning processes through insightful trend analyses and predictive tools.

·    Translate financial data into actionable insights for both technical and non-technical audiences, including the Board.

·    Foster a culture of transformation and automation within financial processes and systems championing digital solutions to streamline operations and improve service delivery.

People and Capability Development

·    Ensure Finance teams are effectively organized to support the achievement of IITA mission and objectives.

·    Build and lead a results-oriented finance team aligned with IITA's mission and core values

·    Ensure continuous staff training and capacity building in financial strategy, systems, and compliance.

·    Foster a culture of integrity, accountability, responsiveness, and innovation within the Finance function.

Educational Qualifications

The candidate should hold at least an advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. Recognized professional accounting qualification (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CA).

Core Competencies

·    Minimum of 12 years of progressively senior experience in financial leadership roles, ideally in international, research, or development institutions.

·    Deep understanding of international donor financial compliance (e.g., CGIAR, World Bank, USAID, BMGF).

·    Proven experience with full cost recovery, financial systems implementation, risk oversight, and institutional planning.

·    Developing and delivering operational and strategic plans and providing advice at a senior leadership level in a large, international and complex organization with multiple stakeholders.

·    Developing, implementing, evaluating information and financial systems internationally, and an appreciation of the need to use technology for operational connecting globally.

·    The ability to be both a hands-on and strategic leader and the agility and the ability to adjust to constantly changing situations while maintaining focus on delivery and follow-through.

·    Strategic thinking with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·    High level of integrity, sound judgment, and discretion.

·    Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate diverse teams.

·    Excellent communication skills—able to distil complex financial information for executive and governance-level audiences.

·    Adaptability to lead in a dynamic, multi-stakeholder, multicultural environment.

Duty Station: Ibadan, Nigeria

General information: The contract will be for an initial period of three years. IITA offers an internationally competitive remuneration package paid in US Dollars.

Applications: Applications must include a cover letter which should address how the candidate's background/experience relates to the specific duties of the position applied for, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of three professional referees (which must include either the Head of the applicant's current or previous organization or applicant's direct Supervisor/Superior at his/her present or former place of work). The application should be addressed to the Director, People and Culture. Please complete our online application form using this link:

Closing Date: 17th September 2025

IITA is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse workforce, particularly welcoming applications from women.

While all applications will be acknowledged, please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted .

Job Summary

The Risk Management & Internal Control Specialist will be responsible for identifying key risks, evaluating internal controls, and driving compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards You will support management in strengthening governance, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring risk and control frameworks are robust across all business functions by assessing, developing, and implementing robust risk and internal control systems to safeguard assets, mitigate risks, and enhance operational efficiency.

Key Accountabilities

Risk Management

• Identify, assess, and monitor operational, financial, and compliance risks across all business units.
• Perform risk analysis and scenario planning to evaluate the potential impact of internal and external threats.
• Work with business units to develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain the enterprise risk register and update it regularly based on new developments.

Internal Controls

• Evaluate the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls across key business processes.
• Conduct periodic control reviews and internal audits to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Recommend improvements to internal control systems and monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
• Perform control testing and validation to ensure risk mitigation strategies are effective.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure business processes comply with internal policies, legal and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO standards, data protection laws, labor laws).
• Assist with preparing for external audits and managing regulatory inspections.
• Review internal policies and procedures to identify gaps and recommend updates in line with industry best practices.

Incident Reporting & Investigation

• Support investigations of operational breaches, control failures, or fraud incidents.
• Ensure all risk incidents are documented, analyzed, and followed up with appropriate actions.
• Track and report key risk indicators (KRIs) and risk events to senior management.

Training & Awareness

• Conduct regular training and sensitization for staff on risk awareness, internal controls, and ethical business practices.
• Promote a strong risk and control culture across the organization.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years in internal audit & control, risk management and compliance experience from a highly structured organization.
• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a reputable tertiary institution.
• Professional Certification such ICAN, ACCA or CIA is an added advantage.
• Strong understanding of operational risk management in a fast-paced, people-intensive organization.
• Strong understanding of risk and control frameworks (e.g., COSO, ISO
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to assess complex processes and identify risks.
• Proficiency in conducting audits, documenting processes, and implementing control improvements

Job Type: Full-time

Today

Abuja Full Time

Banking, Finance & Insurance NGN 75, ,000

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We seek to hire a Risk Management Officer to fill this position

• Minimum Qualification : Degree
• Experience Level : Entry level
• Experience Length : 2 years
• Working Hours : Full Time

Responsibilities :

• Identify, evaluate, and mitigate operational, credit, market, and compliance risks.
• Develop and implement a risk management framework in line with regulatory guidelines.
• Monitor risk exposure and provide regular reports to management.
• Ensure risk awareness across departments and enforce mitigation strategies.
  Collaborate with compliance and audit functions for early risk detection.

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of experience
• BSc. Degree in a relevant course of study

Vitafoam Nigeria PLC is Nigeria's leading manufacturer of flexible, reconstituted and rigid foam products. It has the largest foam manufacturing and distribution network which facilitates just-in-time delivery of its products throughout Nigeria. Incorporated on 4th August, 1962 and listed on the floor of the Nigerian Stock Exchange in 1978. Vitafoam's successful brands remain household names in the country.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Supervisor, Risk Management

Job Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Employment Type: Full-time

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Risk Manager in implementing risk management policies, frameworks, and strategies across the group.
• Support supervisory oversight of risk management activities in all subsidiaries and business units.
• Identify, assess, and monitor risks that may affect the group's operations, assets, and reputation.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure adherence to internal controls, policies, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct risk assessments, compliance checks, and control reviews under the guidance of the Risk Manager.
• Consolidate and prepare reports on risk exposures, incidents, and mitigation measures for management review.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Risk Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in risk management, audit, or compliance.
• Professional certification (e.g., CRM, CRISC, ACA, ACCA) will be an added advantage.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proven knowledge of risk assessment tools, governance frameworks, and regulatory standards.
• High level of integrity and attention to detail.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: using "Supervisor, Risk Management" as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Company Description

The Sttewwards Limited is a bold, multidisciplinary company committed to redefining deal brokerage in petroleum, marine logistics, and high-risk industries. With deep operational roots across Africa and a global outlook, we bridge markets, facilitate strategic transactions, and advocate for regulatory protection for deal brokers in the energy and logistics ecosystem.

Role Description

This is a remote internship role for a Risk Management Trainer. The Risk Management Trainer will be responsible for developing and delivering risk management training programs, conducting needs assessments, training employees, and providing customer service support. Daily tasks will include preparing training materials, facilitating training sessions, and evaluating the effectiveness of training programs.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge and proven experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
• Possess strong Analytical Skills and Communication abilities
• Experience in Customer Service and Training
• Skills in Management Development
• Ability to work independently and remotely
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Prior experience or coursework in risk management is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Job Description

Position: Risk Management Officer

Department: Risk Manage/ Internal Control & Compliance

Location: Etazuma Mining & Industries Ltd – Abuja, Nigeria

Reports To: Chief Internal Auditor

Role Overview

The Risk Management Officer is responsible for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and reporting the diverse risks facing Etazuma Mining & Industries Ltd. The role ensures that effective risk management strategies and frameworks are in place to protect company assets, enhance operational efficiency, comply with regulatory requirements, and support strategic decision-making. The officer will collaborate with operations, finance, technical, and support teams to embed a strong risk management culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Identification & Assessment

Conduct regular risk assessments across operations, finance, projects, supply chain, and HR.

Identify emerging risks in mining operations (e.g., safety, environmental, and equipment risks).

Maintain and update the organization's Risk Register.

2. Risk Mitigation & Control

Recommend and monitor the implementation of risk mitigation measures.

Work with departments to design internal controls that address high-risk areas.

Ensure compliance with industry standards, environmental regulations, and company policies.

3. Risk Monitoring & Reporting

Monitor the effectiveness of controls and escalate deficiencies.

Prepare periodic risk management reports highlighting exposures, red flags, and trends.

Support management with timely insights for decision-making.

4. Compliance & Regulatory Oversight

Ensure compliance with statutory regulations governing the mining industry.

Monitor adherence to internal policies, operational standards, and legal obligations.

Assist in developing policies and procedures that reduce compliance risks.

5. Business Continuity & Incident Management

Support the development and testing of Business Continuity Plans (BCP).

Investigate risk incidents (operational accidents, financial losses, fraud, etc.) and recommend corrective actions.

Ensure lessons learned are captured and applied across the organization.

6. Risk Awareness & Culture

Train and sensitize staff on risk management principles and practices.

Promote a culture of risk ownership and proactive risk identification at all levels.

Serve as a resource person on risk-related queries from business units.

Key Deliverables

Comprehensive and updated Risk Register.

Quarterly Risk Reports to management.

Timely identification and escalation of emerging risks.

Documented incident investigations and mitigation actions.

Improved compliance with industry regulations and company policies.

Evidence of strengthened risk culture across the organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum of B.Sc./HND in Risk Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or related field.

Professional Certifications (added advantage)

At least 2–3 years' experience in risk management, internal control, compliance, or audit (experience in mining, oil & gas, or heavy industry preferred).

Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent report writing, documentation, and communication skills.

Competencies

Considerable knowledge of risk management methodologies and ERM.

Ability to anticipate, analyze, and mitigate business risks.

Strong regulatory and compliance awareness.

Ability to influence and promote a culture of accountability.

High integrity, independence, and objectivity.

Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and risk reporting tools.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₦300, ₦350,000.00 per month

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Lagos Full Time

Shipping & Logistics Confidential

• Minimum Qualification :
• Experience Level : Executive level
• Experience Length : 15 years

Dangote Cement Plc JOB PURPOSE

Responsible for Risk Management activities for a subsidiary of the Group – mainly monitoring risk(s) relating to Credit, Operational, Market and other Risks. Support the identification, assessment, mitigation and management of risks for the Group's subsidiary in line with Group Risk Management Policies

Major Responsibilities

• Enterprise Risk Management
• Operational Risk Management
• Market Risk Management
• Credit Risk Management
• Strategic Risk Monitoring
  Reputational Risk Monitoring

Qualification And Experience Required

• HND/Bachelor's Degree in Business Sciences, Social Sciences or Engineering.
• Masters' degree in a relevant field of study or relevant professional qualification would be an advantage.
• Minimum of 15 years relevant experience in manufacturing or financial services of which 5 years should be in the risk management.
  Good interpersonal skills with strong verbal and written communication skills.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training and Development
  Annual Bonus

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