GRC Manager

Job Purpose:The Governance & Compliance Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the organization's governance framework and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. This role ensures that internal controls are in place, monitors compliance across the organization, and implements best practices for governance. The Governance & Compliance Manager works closely with senior management and other departments to mitigate risks, manage compliance issues, and ensure that the club operates within legal and ethical standards.Key Activities, Responsibilities and Accountabilities (main accountabilities, not exhaustive list of tasks)·       Governance Framework Development:-          Develop and maintain the governance framework, ensuring policies and procedures are in place to meet regulatory requirements and best practices.-          Provide guidance on governance matters to ensure the organization adheres to its statutory, legal, and regulatory obligations·       Compliance Monitoring:-          Ensure the organization complies with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.-          Regularly review and update compliance programs and policies to reflect regulatory changes and organizational goals.-          Conduct audits and assessments to monitor compliance with internal policies and external regulations.·       Policy Development and Implementation:-          Collaborate with department heads to develop and implement compliance policies and procedures.-           Ensure that employees are aware of and adhere to company policies through effective communication and training.-          Assist in the development of policies related to ethics, data privacy, anti-corruption, and regulatory compliance.·       Risk Management:-          Identify governance and compliance risks and implement strategies to mitigate them.-          Oversee the development and implementation of the organization's risk management framework-           Ensure that risks related to governance and compliance are properly assessed, managed, and reported·       Reporting and Documentation:-          Prepare reports on governance, compliance, and risk management activities for senior management and regulatory authorities.-          Maintain comprehensive and accurate records of compliance activities and audits.-          Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory filings and reports.·       Training and Awareness:-           Conduct training programs to raise awareness of governance and compliance requirements among employees.-           Provide regular updates to staff on changes in laws, regulations, and industry standards.·       Internal Investigations:-          Lead internal investigations into potential compliance breaches or governance failures, ensuring proper documentation and resolution.-          Recommend corrective actions and improvements where necessary.-          Handle whistleblowing cases with full confidentiality and submit formal reports to the Audit Committee·       Collaboration with External Authorities:-          Liaise with external regulatory authorities and ensure timely response to inquiries, audits, and inspections.-          Represent the organization in regulatory discussions and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.-          Analyze whistleblowing cases confidentially and prepare detailed reports to be submitted to the Audit Committee.