GRC Consultant & Project Manager

About the role

The employer is looking for a highly skilled GRC Consultant and Project Manager with a strong background in Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) and project management. The role covers designing and implementing GRC frameworks, managing enterprise risk, ensuring compliance with local regulations and leading strategic projects. Arabic proficiency is mandatory.

Key responsibilities

• Governance: develop and implement GRC frameworks aligned with industry best practice, and advise and report to the Board and executive management on GRC matters
• Risk management: oversee the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program, conduct risk assessments, control evaluations and fraud risk monitoring, design and monitor Key Risk Indicators (KRIs), and run the vendor risk management program
• Compliance: oversee regulatory change management and ensure compliance with local and international regulations, and design and run compliance testing and monitoring programs
• Program and project management: lead the implementation of GRC technology platforms and automation solutions, run training and awareness programs for stakeholders, and manage multiple projects to timely delivery

Required profile

• 3+ years of experience in GRC, risk management and compliance
• Experience in GRC consulting and project management
• Proven leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Arabic-speaking proficiency (mandatory)

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of local regulations and international GRC frameworks
• Professional certifications such as CAMS, CISA, CRISC or equivalent