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    Director - Asset Management - Ottawa, ON, Canada - University of Ottawa

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    00About the Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO)

    The Office of the Chief Risk Officer (OCRO) oversees Operational and Enterprise Risk Management, Insurance, Internal Audit, Protection Services and Emergency Management, as well as Health, Safety and Environmental Management.

    We strive to be a valued partner and advisor to University management, faculties, and staff. We lead in providing early awareness of major risks and opportunities, while supporting our institution's teaching and research mission.

    Our vision for the Office of the Chief Risk Officer is to be a leading resource and trusted partner for enterprise and operational risk management, contributing to the overall success and sustainability of the University.

    The OCRO aims to enhance organizational resilience and foster a risk-intelligent culture that empowers stakeholders to make informed decisions in support of uOttawa's long-term success.

    Our purpose is to establish a dynamic methodology that systematically identifies, assesses, mitigates, and monitors risks that may impact the University's ability to achieve its mission and strategic goals.

    Reporting to the Chief Risk Officer, the incumbent is responsible for directing all activities related to internal audit that align with the University's strategies and risk tolerance policies and practices.

    The incumbent provides an independent, objective perspective that adds value and improves the University's management control framework relating to financial, operational and risk management considerations.

    The Director brings a systematic, disciplined and transparent approach to establishing and implementing cost-effective controls and assessing risks, and recommending risk mitigation measures that align with corporate strategies and risk tolerance while ensuring that the university advocates a position of fiscal responsibility.

    The Director also assists the University's senior leadership team in reviewing and assessing the status of strategic priorities that form part of Transformation 2030.


    Internal Audit Program :
    Assesses internal controls, identifies weaknesses and makes improvement recommendations.

    Develops, implements and monitors an internal audit program using a blend of internal resources while drawing on outside expertise as deemed appropriate.

    Works with senior management to apply best practices in change management to expand recognition of the value-added of a robust internal audit program.

    In collaboration with senior leadership, identifies and assesses key business risks and establishes risk management policies based on the university's risk tolerance and on current industry trends and best practices.

    Designs, develops and maintains internal control documents for the university, which, in consultation with senior leadership of the University, inform the development of an annual and multi-year audit plan, utilizing a risk-based approach.

    Performs audit activity including documenting processes, reviewing and analyzing forensic activity, and identifying and defining emerging issues.

    Reporting :

    Responsible for annual internal audit reporting activity; Manages financial records pertaining to internal audit in compliance with all legislation related to record keeping.

    Conducts ad hoc investigations into identified and/or reputed risks.

    Leads internal investigations of known or suspected violations of policies, procedures, errors, acts of fraudulent nature, misuse of university resources, or conflict of interest.

    Employing best practices in forensic accounting, draws conclusions and formulates recommendations for redress, while remaining impartial at all times.

    Leads efforts for ongoing optimization of all activity related to internal audit across the organization, and supports a framework for ongoing quality control and quality assurance through recommendations on training, communication and improvements to tools and to processes.

    Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in accounting, management, finance or a related field. A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in control, audit, risk or in a field related to the functions of the position, preferably in a large organization with diverse sources of funding
    A minimum of 5 years of experience in a management role
    Experience delivering presentations in both official languages
    Bilingualism – French and English (spoken and written)

    Planning:
    Organize in time a series of actions or events in order to realize an objective or a project


    Client Service Orientation:
    Help or serve others to meet their needs. The University of Ottawa embraces diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

    We foster a culture of respect, teamwork and inclusion, where collaboration, innovation, and creativity fuel our quest for research and teaching excellence.

    While all qualified persons are invited to apply, we welcome applications from qualified Indigenous persons, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women and LGBTQIA2S+ persons.

    The University is also committed to working with applicants with disabilities requesting accommodation during the recruitment, assessment and selection processes.

    Applicants with disabilities may contact .however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

    If this is a front-line position with responsibilities to interact with students, selected candidates must be rated at the Low Advanced proficiency level or higher for both oral comprehension and reading comprehension in their second official language.

    The rating is determined by a proficiency test designed by the Official Languages and Bilingualism Institute.

    Prior to May 1, 2022, the University required all students, faculty, staff, and visitors (including contractors) to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as defined in Policy 129 – Covid-19 Vaccination.

    This policy was suspended effective May 1, 2022 but may be reinstated at any point in the future depending on public health guidelines and the recommendations of experts.

    The University of Ottawa—A crossroads of cultures and ideas

    The University of Ottawa is home to a dynamic community of over 50,000 students, faculty and staff, who live, work and study in both French and English.

    Our campus is a crossroad of cultures and ideas, where bold minds come together to inspire game-changing ideas.

    We believe in the power of representation, and that increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff supports this objective.

    Our goal is to provide students with the best possible learning experience, in an environment that reflects the diversity of its people, their ideas, and their identities.

    The University of Ottawa is a dynamic community of students, professionals and academics pursuing great things.

    Our vision for the university of tomorrow is one that reflects the diversity of our people, their ideas and their lived experiences.

    We believe in the power of representation and in increasing the diversity of our faculty and staff to support this objective.

    We're committed to an inclusive workplace that acknowledges and celebrates all voices, fosters personal and professional development and challenges you to reach new heights.

    Health and Wellness
    Join a vibrant community that puts your health and wellness first.

    With mental health workshops, counselling resources, meetings on the move, and countless fitness resources, you'll have everything you need to find balance in your life.


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