Managing Partner

Overview

Managing Partner / Director

Location :- Abu Dhabi

Role Purpose

• The Advisor – Governance, Risk Management & Internal Audit serves as a strategic advisor to the senior leadership on matters relating to governance, enterprise risk management, and internal audit oversight.
• The role is responsible for strengthening governance structures, establishing risk management and compliance practices, and transforming internal audit into a risk-based, value-driven function aligned with international best practices and UAE federal governance requirements.
• The Advisor will also lead special reviews, strategic assessments, and ministerial initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency, accountability, and operational performance across the Ministry.

1. Strategic Advisory

• Provide independent advice to senior leadership on governance, risk management, internal control, and assurance matters.
• Support in strengthening institutional governance, accountability, and risk oversight mechanisms.
• Conduct independent assessments, strategic reviews, and special assignments requested by senior leadership.
• Provide insights on emerging risks, policy implementation risks, and operational vulnerabilities affecting the Ministry.

2. Internal Audit Function Establishment & Transformation

• Lead the design, establishment, and development of the Ministry’s Internal Audit function.
• Develop the Internal Audit Charter, methodology, policies, and procedures aligned with IIA Standards and UAE government requirements.
• Transition the function toward a Risk-Based Internal Audit (RBIA) approach, ensuring audit plans are aligned with the Ministry’s strategic and operational risks.
• Develop annual and multi-year internal audit plans based on risk prioritization.
• Oversee internal audit engagements and reviews to evaluate governance, internal controls, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide assurance to leadership on control environment maturity and risk mitigation effectiveness.

3. Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework Development

• Design and implement a comprehensive Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework across the Ministry.
• Establish risk governance structures, including risk committees and risk ownership mechanisms.
• Develop risk management policies, procedures, and risk registers across departments.
• Facilitate risk identification, assessment, and mitigation processes aligned with international standards (e.g., ISO 31000).
• Implement risk reporting mechanisms for executive leadership and the Minister.
• Support integration of risk management into strategic planning and decision-making processes.

4. Governance Framework Strengthening

• Develop and implement governance frameworks, policies, and oversight mechanisms to enhance institutional effectiveness.
• Review existing governance practices and recommend improvements aligned with global governance standards and UAE government frameworks.
• Support development of committees, oversight structures, and reporting protocols.
• Promote transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct across the Ministry.

5. Risk Culture & Organizational Capability Building

• Lead initiatives to embed a risk-aware culture across the Ministry.
• Deliver risk management awareness programs, workshops, and training for leadership and staff.
• Support departments in implementing risk management practices within their operations.
• Promote integration of risk and control thinking into daily decision-making.

6. Special Projects & Ministerial Reviews

• Lead strategic reviews, diagnostics, and independent assessments on critical initiatives or programs within the Ministry.
• Conduct special investigations or performance reviews as directed by the senior leadership
• Provide independent insights and recommendations to improve performance, governance, and operational efficiency.
• Support key ministerial initiatives requiring cross-departmental governance or oversight.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Risk Management, Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as ICAEW, CIA, CRMA, CISA, CPA, or equivalent.
• 10–15+ years of experience in governance, risk management, internal audit, or advisory roles.
• Experience working with the health sector, government entities, regulatory bodies, or large public sector organizations is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of international governance and risk management frameworks (IIA, COSO, ISO 31000).

Leadership & Strategy

• Strategic thinking and policy advisory
• Institutional governance expertise
• Executive decision support

• Healthcare Sector Advisory

• Governance and Enterprise Risk Management
• Internal Audit and Assurance

Must Have Skills

• Jordanian only
• Risk/IA experience
• Risk Management / Internal Audit experience
• Health Sector experience
• Has 14+ years of experience
• Interested candidates should send their CV along with the following details:
• Expected salary
• Visa/Work Permit status