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Job Description

ZAMBIA FORESTRY AND FOREST INDUSTRIES CORPORATION PLC
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The Zambia Forestry and Forest Industries Corporation PLC (ZAFFICO) is a listed
and publicly traded company whose mission is to establish and manage
industrial exotic forest plantations and agroforestry products to meet demand
and maximize return on investment.
In pursuance of its mission and strategic goals, the Corporation is now inviting
applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates for the under
listed position:
MANAGER RISK
REPORTING TO THE DIRECTOR INTERNAL AUDIT AND RISK

JOB PURPOSE
To manage and promote the development of a positive risk culture across the
Corporation through the systematic design, implementation and monitoring of
an effective Enterprise Risk Management Framework. To ensure that internal
controls are embedded in systems and processes in order to support
achievement of process/system objectives.

MAIN DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Develop, implement, and oversee risk policies, frameworks, and
procedures, ensuring alignment with ZAFFICO’s Strategic Plan.
• Monitor adherence to approved risk policies and procedures, identifying
areas for improvement and ensuring compliance.
• Co-ordinate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation efforts across
departments to mitigate operational, strategic, fraud, compliance and
business continuity risks.
• Oversee the implementation of Corporate and Departmental Risk
Treatment Plans, ensuring effective risk management strategies are in
place.
• Establish and quantify the Corporation’s risk appetite, guiding decisionmaking processes to align with risk tolerance levels.
• Design and implement business continuity policies and plans to ensure
the ZAFFICO’s resilience in the face of disruptions or disasters.
• Provide guidance and support in the development and testing of
Business Continuity Plans (BCPs), ensuring readiness for potential crises.
• Review risks associated with potential investments, ensuring compliance
with relevant regulations and laws.
• Lead the Risk Management team providing direction, support, and
fostering a culture of risk awareness and accountability.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver comprehensive and
informative risk reports contributing to effective decision-making
processes throughout the Corporation.

MINUMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
• Full Grade Twelve (12) Certificate.
• Degree in Risk Management, Accounting, Business Studies, Computer
Science, Engineering or a professional qualification such as ACCA,
CIMA, ZICA.
• Membership in professional bodies like the Institute of Risk Management
Zambia (IRMZ), Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Zambia Institute of
Chartered Accountants (ZICA), Information Systems Audit and Control
Association (ISACA), or Engineering Institute of Zambia (EIZ) is preferred.
• Certification in Risk or Certified Information Systems Audit (CISA) or
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience, including 3 years in a
managerial role, preferably in a large organization, agricultural sector,
or related industries.
• Strong written communication skills, with experience in preparing
detailed risk reports to monitor corporation performance.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Interested candidates may submit their application letters, copies of relevant
academic certificates and curriculum vitae indicating contact telephone or
mobile numbers, names and contact addresses of three (3) traceable referees
and copies of other credentials to the address below:
[email protected]
OR
DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCE
ZAFFICO PLC
DOLA HILL
P.O. BOX 71566, NDOLA.

CLOSING DATE
Closing date for receiving applications is Friday, 26th April 2024.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.