Manager Field Compliance LN at International Medical Corps (IMC)

International Medical Corps (IMC) is recruiting a Manager Field Compliance LN to oversee compliance activities and supervise country-level compliance officers in Nigeria.

Job Title: Manager, Field Compliance LN
Organisation: International Medical Corps (IMC)
Location: Maiduguri, Borno State
Employment Type: Not specified
Industry: NGO, Humanitarian and Nonprofit Organisations
Experience: Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years in humanitarian relief or equivalent experience
Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant discipline
Salary: Not specified
Application Deadline: 23 November 2026

Job Overview

International Medical Corps (IMC) is recruiting a Manager, Field Compliance LN to oversee compliance activities and supervise country-level compliance officers in Nigeria.

The successful candidate will provide technical guidance, coordinate compliance reviews, monitor the implementation of corrective action plans and ensure that compliance activities align with the organisation’s Ethics and Compliance Charter, internal policies, procedures and donor regulations.

The role also involves advising country management on internal control improvements, identifying compliance risks, supporting investigations and promoting ethical conduct across the organisation’s operations.

The Compliance Manager will maintain an administrative reporting relationship with the Country Director and a technical reporting relationship with the Regional Compliance Coordinator or Head of Field Compliance.

About International Medical Corps

International Medical Corps is a global humanitarian nonprofit organisation dedicated to saving lives and relieving suffering through healthcare training, emergency relief and development programmes.

Established in 1984 by volunteer doctors and nurses, the organisation is a private, voluntary, nonpolitical and nonsectarian organisation. Its mission is to improve quality of life through health interventions and related activities that build local capacity in underserved communities worldwide.

Key Responsibilities

1. Leadership and Compliance Management

• Manage, provide technical oversight and guide country-level compliance officers responsible for conducting compliance reviews.
• Ensure compliance activities are conducted in accordance with the Ethics and Compliance Charter, country work plans, organisational policies and donor regulations.
• Prepare country compliance work plans, defining the scope, sample sizes, timing and frequency of compliance reviews.
• Review samples prepared by compliance officers before compliance reviews commence.
• Monitor staff progress, conduct quality checks and approve work deliverables in line with the country work plan.
• Evaluate the performance of compliance officers and participate in their recruitment.
• Provide guidance and technical support to compliance officers.
• Conduct compliance reviews when compliance officers are unavailable.
• Ensure that records of compliance reviews stored in shared files are accurate, complete and maintained on time.
• Verify progress on compliance recommendations and agreed corrective action plans.
• Prepare and submit compliance reports for technical review by the Regional Compliance Coordinator or Head of Field Compliance.
• Submit monthly and quarterly compliance reports to country management.

2. Risk Management and Internal Control

• Assist management in identifying, documenting and mitigating compliance risks associated with programme and operational activities.
• Provide advisory support to country management on improvements to internal controls.
• Work with relevant departments to address weaknesses in internal control systems.
• Identify compliance gaps and recommend appropriate corrective measures.
• Suggest improvements to organisational policies, procedures and systems.
• Support management in resolving identified control weaknesses.

3. Communication and Stakeholder Engagement

• Communicate compliance review findings and identified gaps to country management.
• Support the implementation of corrective measures to prevent non-compliance.
• Maintain regular communication with key stakeholders at country and headquarters levels.
• Prepare and provide updates and reports on field compliance activities.
• Conduct regular meetings with compliance officers to discuss work plans, assignments, challenges and other relevant matters.
• Promote transparency, communication and teamwork in implementing the Ethics and Compliance Charter.

4. Capacity Building and Training

• Provide on-the-job training and technical support to compliance officers.
• Work with relevant departments to develop and deliver training on fraud, bribery, conflicts of interest and other compliance matters.
• Support training initiatives for International Medical Corps staff and partners.
• Research relevant developments and remain informed about trends in compliance practices within the international NGO community.
• Promote awareness of organisational ethics and donor compliance requirements.

5. Investigations and Additional Responsibilities

• Assist the Compliance Investigations Unit and country management with investigations when requested and approved by the Regional Compliance Coordinator or Head of Field Compliance.
• Participate regularly in regional compliance meetings.
• Perform additional tasks assigned by the Regional Compliance Coordinator or Head of Field Compliance to support the Field Compliance Unit.
• Carry out other duties assigned by management in line with the nature and level of the position.

6. Compliance and Ethical Conduct

• Promote a culture of compliance and ethical conduct throughout International Medical Corps.
• Maintain a clear understanding of organisational and donor compliance standards.
• Demonstrate integrity, professionalism and discretion in all compliance activities.
• Communicate compliance and ethics standards to staff and partners and encourage adherence to these requirements.
• Handle sensitive information and confidential matters appropriately.

Requirements and Qualifications

Interested candidates should meet the following requirements:

Education

• A four-year Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Risk Management or a related discipline.
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.
• A Master’s Degree in a relevant discipline is preferred.

Work Experience

• At least 5 years of relevant professional experience in a related field.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in humanitarian relief or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated experience in risk management, compliance or auditing.
• Experience working with different organisational business processes, including Human Resources, Programme Management, Financial Management, Supply Chain Management and Information Technology.
• Knowledge and working experience with USAID, European Union (EU), Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and other donor requirements.
• Knowledge of different funding and contractual instruments, including grants, contracts and sub-awards.
• Proven ability to lead, coordinate and supervise staff.
• Experience delivering staff training and capacity-building activities.

Professional Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to gather, analyse and evaluate information, identify problems, draw valid conclusions and prepare concise written reports.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong presentation and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail, integrity, discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters confidentially.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Willingness and ability to travel to country programme locations, often at short notice.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of French or Arabic is an advantage.

Professional Certifications

Professional certification in auditing, grants management, risk management or compliance management is preferred.

Salary and Benefits

The organisation did not disclose the salary range or specific employee benefits in the supplied vacancy announcement.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the International Medical Corps recruitment portal.

Application Deadline: 23 November 2026.

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