Risk and Compliance Intern

JOB PURPOSE

• The risk unit is looking for an intern to support critical unit functions, here in Nairobi. It is a great opportunity to see how the risks are managed, compliance is enhanced and get exposure to both field missions as well as the office-based workplan in Nairobi.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

Under the supervision of the Risk Officer, the Intern will:

• Assist in conducting regular Privacy Impact Assessments to review risks associated with WFP’s data collection, management and sharing practices. Analysis across systems (SCOPE, CTM, CFM, COMET. LESS) and modalities/ activities (in-kind, CBT, SFP, social protection, nutrition, etc.)
• Assist in developing data protection risk mitigation measures, and monitor their implementation with respective units/offices
• Proactively review data-sharing needs across the operation, and coordination and contribute to the development of respective data sharing agreements for the CO, in consultation with Legal, and partners.
• Assist in carrying out compliance assessments in the field and perform walk through tests to identify areas of improvements in the process.

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education:  Recent graduate from a bachelor or graduate programme (within six months prior to the application to the internship programme) in Accounting, risk managed, data analysis, International Relations or Law Enforcement or other relevant field.
• Language:  Fluency in both oral and written English is required. Knowledge of another UN language is an advantage.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Adaptable to an international, multicultural, and multilingual environment
• Availability and willingness to travel as required to different areas in Kenya
• Ability to work under minimum supervision
• Good communication skills and be able to work in a team

DELIVERABLES/OUTPUTS

• Quality reports
• Successful Missions
• Attending to queries and supporting staff accordingly.
• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Ability to learn fast and interpret data and explore systems
• Ability to learn fast and interpret data and explore systems