IT Governance Risk & Compliance Senior Officer

Al Khor International School is one of the largest international schools in the Middle East with more than 4,000 students. We are owned by Qatargas, the world’s largest producers of liquefied natural gas. The school has exceptional facilities and is located in Al Khor Community, 40 minutes north of Qatar’s capital city Doha.   

The Role 

The main purpose of this role is to identify, develop and implement fit-for-purpose policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with approved policies, procedures and best practice. The successful candidate will be in charge of audit-related activities, including planning and oversight of audits, walkthroughs, testing, documentation of findings, issue remediation and follow-up. S/he will work directly with process and control owners to provide guidance, education and recommendations for strengthening the internal control environment. 

The Candidate

We are looking for a motivated individual who is passionate about information security and able to find solutions to complex business challenges. Our ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills.   

More specifically, we are looking for an individual with the following qualifications and experience: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required  

Minimum Experience:  

• 4-7 years of experience in audit, policy development or quality assurance  

Skills:   

• Time management 
• Project management skills 
• Planning and organising 
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Monitoring and evaluation 
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity   

What we offer: 

• Tax-free salary 
• Free accommodation or allowance
• Baggage allowance
• Furniture allowance
• Airfare allowance
• Free club, swimming pool and gymnasium access
• Free education for up to four children
• End of service gratuity 

This is a great opportunity to join an international school that is building on its already successful results and reputation, and is committed to becoming an outstanding school and centre of excellence in the region.  

Al Khor International School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including references and police checks.

Recruitment Requirements: As part of the recruitment process, you will be required to submit fully notarized and attested academic degrees, transcripts, marriage and dependent birth certificates as well as criminal background checks.

The deadline for receipt of applications is 27 September 2018. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.