Risk Manager

Department:
Operations

Location:
Africa

Description
Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa. ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-Level Overview
Our client is seeking interim support for its Risk Function through the appointment of a Junior Risk Consultant. The role will reinforce the team's operational capacity, assisting in enterprise risk management, internal controls, integrity due diligence, and compliance. This position will support the existing three-person risk team and contribute to maintaining strong governance and control frameworks as the client continues to expand its investment and infrastructure activities.

The ideal candidate will be a self-starting, adaptable professional with hands-on risk management experience, capable of integrating quickly into a high-performing team and contributing immediately to ongoing operations.

Role and Responsibilities
Role:
Interim Risk Manager
Direct Report:
Senior Risk Manager
Candidates Required:
1
Key Deliverables:

• Design/Systems:
• Support the implementation of the overall risk strategy and policy to ensure risks are managed consistently within the client's Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of second-level controls, identifying and implementing improvements to strengthen the risk management process.
• Execution:
• Support the Risk Team in identifying, measuring, reporting, and monitoring risks across the Group.
• Develop and maintain risk dashboards and reports to support leadership decision-making.
• Assist in implementing compliance procedures, including Integrity Due Diligence (IDD), AML-CFT, and Conflict of Interest processes.
• Support due diligence exercises related to investments into the client's business units, funds, and platforms.
• Contribute to documentation and handover of risk and compliance processes to ensure continuity post-assignment.
• Capability Building:
• Support the design and delivery of risk and compliance training and awareness programs.
• Contribute to the development of technology capabilities (databases, automation, analytics) to enhance team efficiency and risk oversight.
• Provide guidance on best practices and industry insights to strengthen team capability during the interim period.

Requirements
Experience Required:

• Relevant experience in risk management, preferably within investment management, development finance, private equity, or investment banking.
• Consulting experience (e.g., EY, PwC) considered advantageous.
• Prior exposure to interim or project-based assignments preferred, with demonstrated ability to deliver impact quickly.
• Experience in African markets or within DFIs/multilaterals (e.g., IFC, AfDB, World Bank) is a strong plus.
• Exposure to cross-functional risk disciplines (enterprise, operational, and compliance) desirable.

Technical Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of enterprise risk management, internal controls, compliance frameworks, and integrity due diligence.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, or data visualization tools for dashboarding and trend analysis.
• Familiarity with risk management software or automation platforms (e.g., SAP GRC, Resolver, Archer) beneficial.
• Understanding of macroeconomics and finance; ability to evaluate controls using established frameworks.
• Proficiency in English; French language skills a plus.

Other Skills:

• Excellent communication (oral and written) and project management skills.
• Self-starter with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Adaptable, pragmatic, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to build relationships quickly and work collaboratively across functions.
• Demonstrated agility in joining existing teams, managing ambiguity, and contributing with limited supervision
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and sensitivity to balancing risk management with business opportunities.
• Capacity to document processes and deliver structured handovers at project completion.

**Working Arrangement

Location:
Casablanca preferred; minimum of 60% time in Casablanca if unavoidable
Travel:**
None

**Terms of agreement:

Start Date:
Immediate
Contracting Period:**
6 months