Principal Specialist, Governance, Risk

Are you passionate about enhancing workers' employment and employability? Can you connect workers with employers through job-matching, career guidance, and skills upgrading? Ready to collaborate on recruitment, training, and job redesign to support nationwide skills development?
If your answers are "yes", we want you to join us and make a significant impact on the employment and employability landscape today
We are seeking a highly effective
Principal Specialist
to join our Governance, Risk & ComplianceTeam in our department dedicated to employment and employability
In this role, you will support NTUC's sub-department. You will be the subject matter expert responsible for leading complex GRC initiatives, developing advanced GRC solutions, and providing expert advice across the organisation. This role requires deep analytical capabilities to identify, assess, and mitigate risks, ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and grant conditions, and drive continuous improvement in GRC processes, particularly concerning government funding.
Key Responsibilities:
Expert GRC Advisory & Solution Development:
Serve as a subject matter expert on specific GRC domains (e.g., financial compliance, operational risk), providing in-depth analysis and expert advice to management and staff.
Work with the Deputy Director and Assistant Director on developing, implementing, and enhancing advanced GRC policies, procedures, and controls, ensuring they are robust, efficient, and aligned with industry best practices and regulatory changes.
Design and implement GRC solutions for complex or emerging risk areas, especially those related to the proper handling and reporting of government funds.
Advanced Risk Assessment & Mitigation:
Conduct in-depth risk assessments, including scenario analysis and impact assessments, to identify potential threats to the organisation's objectives and resources.
Develop risk mitigation strategies and control enhancements, working collaboratively with various teams to ensure effective implementation.
Monitor and analyse key risk indicators (KRIs) and control self-assessments (CSAs), providing insights and recommendations for proactive risk management.
Compliance Monitoring & Investigations:
Perform comprehensive compliance monitoring activities, including detailed reviews of transactions, processes, and documentation to ensure adherence to internal policies, external regulations, and grant agreements.
Recommend follow up actions on Statement of Grant Claim (SOGC) audits, ensuring accuracy and compliance with grant terms.
Lead or support investigations into complex compliance breaches, whistleblowing cases, or control failures, ensuring thoroughness, objectivity, and timely resolution.
Develop and implement corrective action plans based on investigation findings, tracking their effectiveness.
Process Improvement & Automation:
Identify opportunities for process re-engineering and automation within the GRC function to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and data integrity.
Enhance efficiency and foster collaboration through a more proactive and integrated approach across all functions.
Drive projects aimed at improving GRC systems, tools, and reporting capabilities.
Develop and improve training materials, document case studies, and share best practices in GRC.
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting:
Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including auditors, government agencies, and the different teams.
Prepare high-quality, data-driven GRC reports and presentations with actionable insights and recommendations for senior management and the Board of Directors.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline. A Master's degree or advanced professional certifications (e.g., CISA, CRISC, CCEP, CAMS, PMP) are highly desirable.
Minimum of 6-9 years of extensive experience in a GRC-related role, with a proven track record of leading complex projects or acting as a subject matter expert.
Demonstrated deep expertise in at least one core GRC domain (e.g., internal audit, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, financial crime compliance).
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyse complex data and identify root causes.
Experience in conducting investigations and developing remediation plans.
Familiarity with non-profit governance, government grant frameworks, and relevant Singaporean regulations.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex GRC concepts clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and drive initiatives to completion.
Designation and salary will be commensurate with experience.
We will only contact shortlisted candidates.
Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Strategy/Planning, Analyst, and Other
Industries Non-profit Organizations
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