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Oxfam International is seeking a Head of Risk & Assurance

Oxfam International is seeking a Head of Risk & Assurance to join the Integrity function within the Care and Core Operations Hub.

Job Title: Head of Risk & Assurance
Location: Global – Remote (where Oxfam has an office)
Closing Date: 12 July 2026
Contract: Fixed Term (2 Years)
Hours: 36 hours per week

This pivotal role is responsible for strengthening enterprise risk management, assurance, and accountability across the Oxfam Confederation, supporting strategic decision-making and risk governance at a global level.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership in Risk Coordination and Reporting

• Lead the consolidation and production of the Oxfam Global Risk Report, integrating inputs from affiliates, regions, and functions.
• Coordinate the Oxfam International Secretariat (OIS) Risk Report in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring alignment with confederation-wide risk frameworks.

Development and Implementation of Risk Frameworks

• Oversee the continuous development of Oxfam’s Risk Management and Appetite Framework, enhancing methodologies, reporting, and assurance mechanisms.
• Lead strategic oversight of organizational risks, including operational, financial, safeguarding, compliance, reputational, and geopolitical risks.

Risk Governance and Strategic Oversight

• Facilitate risk review, escalation processes, and monitor emerging risks across the organization.
• Convene communities of practice and working groups to promote harmonization and collaboration on risk management.

Compliance and Assurance

• Oversee compliance initiatives related to anti-terrorism financing, anti-corruption, safeguarding, and integrity obligations.
• Lead the review and development of risk and compliance policies, ensuring alignment with legal and sector standards.

Organizational Support and Culture

• Develop briefing materials, dashboards, and analysis for senior decision-makers.
• Promote a proactive, values-led risk culture across the organization.

Person Specification

Essential Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Governance, Business Administration, or related fields.
• Over 7 years of professional experience in risk management, assurance, governance, or related areas within complex organizations.

• Expert knowledge of risk and assurance frameworks, with experience in large or complex organizations.
• Strong analytical, facilitation, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Experience supporting organizational change, transformation, or harmonization initiatives.

Desirable Attributes

• Professional certification in risk management, audit, or compliance.
• Experience within humanitarian, development, NGO, or international sectors.
• Knowledge of safeguarding, anti-corruption, or anti-terrorism frameworks.
• Fluency in French, Spanish, or Arabic is a plus.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Oxfam is committed to fostering diversity, gender equality, and safeguarding the welfare of all individuals. The organization encourages applications from diverse backgrounds and values inclusive working environments.

Application

More details and application options can be found here.