About the Company
The Arab Investment Company (TAIC) is a Pan-Arab joint-stock company established in July 1974 and owned by governments of 17 Arab states with an authorized capital of US$ 1,200 Million and a paid-up capital of US$ 1,059 million.
About the Role
To support the set up and implementation of a strong governance framework, ensuring that TAIC adheres to all relevant laws and regulations, manage risks in a proactive manner, and promotes a culture of integrity and ethical behavior in line with global corporate governance standards.
Governance Manager reports to the Head of Governance, Risk, and Compliance.
Responsibilities
- Support the development and implementation of the Company's corporate governance framework, policies and procedures
- Support the development of a robust framework that promotes good governance and effective risk management, including processes for identifying, assessing, monitoring, and reporting on risks
- Maintain TAIC's governance frameworks, policies, and practices ensuring these are up to date and align with the company's strategic objectives and regulatory requirements
- Prepare governance reports and documentation for the Board of Directors and supporting board committees,
- Work closely with department heads to ensure adherence to relevant corporate governance codes and best practices, particularly in the context of regulatory and market expectations.
- Manage and maintain the organization's official corporate documents, which may include but may not be limited to management committee meetings, and other corporate governance-related records
- Act as a liaison between the company and shareholders, regulators, and other key stakeholders on governance-related issues
- Regularly reviewing governance policies and practices to ensure they remain current and effective.
- Oversee ethical standards and ensure that conflicts of interest, code of conduct, and integrity principles are adhered to across the company.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Law, Finance or a relevant discipline, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in governance, risk and compliance or postgraduate degree in a relevant discipline, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in governance, risk and compliance.
- Certified CRISC, CCEP or similar
Required Technical Skills
- Knowledge of laws and regulations
- Risk Management
- Compliance monitoring and reporting
- Commercial, economic, and financial acumen
Required Soft Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Decision Making
- Effective communication
- Teamwork
- Integrity
- Stakeholder Focus
- Accountability
