Fellowship of Christian Athletes ยท 1 month ago
Director of Risk Management and Compliance
Kansas City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expFellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is seeking a Director of Risk Management and Compliance to develop and oversee strategies that protect the organization and its stakeholders. This role involves collaborating with senior leadership to identify risks, ensure compliance with laws, and promote a safe environment for FCA's programs and ministries.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Identify and evaluate risks across FCA's programs, operations, and activities, including but not limited to legal, financial, operational, reputational, and safety risks, in the U.S. and internationally
Develop and implement risk management plans and policies to reduce or eliminate potential risks
Continuously monitor emerging risks and trends and recommend adjustments to strategies as needed
Collaborate closely with the Director of Safety to implement risk mitigation strategies relating to safety risks
Lead the development, implementation, and enforcement of risk management policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure FCA's compliance with local, state, and federal laws and regulations
Stay current with changes in laws, regulations and industry best practices related to safety, risk management, insurance, and legal issues
Ensure compliance with FCA's internal policies, including safeguarding of children, volunteers, and athletes, and managing crisis situations
Maintain and execute the compliance programs of the company as compliance project manager
Monitor the applicable laws, stay on top of the dynamic laws and regulations and make changes to the system as and when required
Liaise with stakeholders and other senior executives to develop new company-wide policies
Make reports and documentation on potential compliance risks, as a compliance risk manager
Develop and implement risk management training programs for FCA staff, volunteers, and key stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of safety and risk management best practices
Provide coaching and guidance on risk mitigation strategies to department heads, event organizers, and regional leaders
Lead, coordinate, and collaborate with FCA's Director of Safety on FCA's crisis management efforts, including preparedness and response strategies for critical incidents such as natural disasters, accidents, or other emergencies
Oversee the organization's risk insurance policies and ensure they are adequate to protect FCA's assets and activities
Work with insurance providers to evaluate coverage needs and manage claims, including event-related coverage
Advise on risk-related aspects of contracts, agreements, and partnerships
Partner with other departments, including Legal, Finance, HR, Operations, and Program Development, to integrate risk management into all aspects of FCA's operations
Support the development of new programs, events, and initiatives by providing risk management assessments and guidance
Other duties as assigned by the EVP and Legal Counsel
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctorate, admitted to practice law in the United States, or Bachelor's degree in law, business administration, or a similar discipline with prior experience working as a risk and compliance manager
Minimum of 7 years of experience in risk management, legal, safety, or compliance roles, ideally within a corporate, non-profit or sports-related environment
Experience in the development and implementation of risk management programs and policies
Familiarity with liability issues, insurance, legal compliance, and crisis management
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess risk and develop practical solutions
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build relationships at all levels of the organization
Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic environment
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local laws related to risk management, liability, and safety
Preferred
Knowledge of safety standards, particularly related to youth and athletics, is a plus
Company
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
FCA's vision is to see the world transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Britton
Chief Field Officer
Joshua Gilreath
Chief Sport Officer
Recent News
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2025-08-06
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