Corus International · 3 weeks ago
Director, Ethics and Compliance
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$102K/yr - $163K/yr
8+ years expCorus International is seeking a Director, Ethics & Compliance to join their Global Human Resources team. This role is responsible for leading and driving an effective global ethics and compliance program, ensuring adherence to legal standards and fostering a culture of ethical behavior within the organization.
BankingNon ProfitPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Design, implement and manage an effective ethics and compliance framework; develop policies, processes and tools to ensure business activities comply with Corus' policies, donor rules, applicable government regulations and legislative requirements of the countries in which we operate; support the creation of a culture and working environment where everyone is aware of and feels responsible for maintaining an ethical organization
Oversee the Convercent Helpline and Case Manager system; design the system so that cases are appropriately triaged and assigned to relevant staff for follow-up; regularly monitor open cases and ensure all parties are using the system as designed for effective case management; and analyze data and provide metrics to leadership as requested
Where required, conduct thorough, timely and objective investigations and partner with other areas such as Internal Audit, Finance, Global Human Resources, Program and Risk Management. Develop corrective action plans to address identified issues and prevent recurrence
Build a network of in-county internal liaisons who are responsible for supporting ethics and compliance adherence across Corus entities, and provide coaching, technical subject matter expertise and staff training
Establish and manage relationships with external legal advisors in support of ethics and compliance investigation needs
Lead and conduct annual and ongoing ethics and compliance training, education, and communication for staff, partners and suppliers (to include appropriate use of Convercent, code of ethics policy, conflicts of interest, and PSEAH). Work with GHR to ensure relevant trainings are incorporated into the new hire onboarding program
Serve as a subject matter expert across the organization by providing oversight, direction, and support on the interpretation of rules and regulations
Oversee and enforce the Conflict of Interest and Gifts & Entertainment policies to ensure appropriate identification, evaluation, resolution and documentation of potential conflicts
In partnership with the Office of the COO and Finance, support risk management and internal audit initiatives including providing reports and data for the risk management register, presentations to leadership and/or the Board, and designing trainings in response to internal audit team findings
Stay abreast of standards and requirements, including all relevant laws, rules and industry standards and company practices and provide timely communications to those impacted
Undertake special projects and support other initiatives as directed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of 8 years' progressively responsible and relevant experience; and/or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience must include managing ethics and compliance systems for a global organization receiving USG funding
Experience conducting organizational investigations including ethics and policy violations a must
Exceptional written and verbal English communication skills coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with others; possesses strong interpersonal skills and interacts in a professional and tactful manner
Proficiency in writing reports or similar documents to a professional standard
Ability to develop effective presentations and training material for staff and partners; and the ability to successfully tailor and present complex subject matter to a diverse audience, such as Corus' leadership team, Board of Directors, Audit and Risk Committee, staff, and others
Strong project management skills and analytical aptitude with good reasoning skills
Skilled at identifying issues/problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions
Preferred
Spanish and/or French language skills are a plus
Benefits
Three medical plan options with comprehensive prescription drug coverage
Low-cost dental coverage with 100% paid vision insurance
Generous retirement plan
PTO to include vacation, sick, holiday, parental, jury, international travel, and bereavement leave
Employer-sponsored basic life/AD&D insurance
Employee wellness incentives
Employee work/life balance and assistance programs
Company
Corus International
Corus International works on international development and humanitarianism.
Founded in 2020Washington, District of Columbia, USA
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Speckhard
President and CEO
Recent News
2025-06-27
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