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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Title: Global Compliance Manager</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Location:</span><span> </span>The United States (HQ-based) is the preferred option, with Belgium or UK offices as alternatives.</p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Salary:</span> $82,000 - $95,000 annum (Please note that the salary range indicated applies to US-based positions only. For Belgium or UK-based positions, compensation will be aligned with the respective country’s salary scale.)<br><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Reports to:</span><span> </span>Chief Operating Officer<br><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Type:</span><span> </span>Full-time<br><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Travel:</span><span> </span>Occasional (up to 20%)</p>\n<p> </p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">A<span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">bout NEF</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Since 1915, NEF has supported community-led economic and social development in Middle East, Africa, and Caucasus. As a non-profit international development organization, NEF draws on local teams, experience, and partnerships in these regions to create community-led solutions to reduce poverty, create economic opportunity, increase resilience, and empower conflict, climate- and crisis-affected people to improve their outlook and wellbeing.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">NEF works through a network of country offices and with local partners, with current or recent operations in Armenia, Jordan, Lebanon, Iraq, Mali, Morocco, Palestine, Sudan, South Sudan, and Syria. Our global headquarters are based in Syracuse, NY, London, UK, and Brussels, Belgium.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Position Overview</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">NEF is recruiting a Global Compliance Manager to play a central role in strengthening, coordinating, and advancing the organization’s compliance systems, policies, and oversight across all locations.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The Global Compliance Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating NEF’s global compliance function, ensuring that the organization operates in full compliance with donor requirements, regulatory obligations, internal policies, and ethical standards across all countries of operation.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Reporting to the COO, this role provides practical oversight, guidance, and assurance across compliance domains including donor compliance, partner due diligence, vetting, internal review, sanctions, whistleblowing, and institutional risk mitigation.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">The position is operational in nature, supporting country teams and leadership to prevent, identify, and address compliance risks, while strengthening NEF’s systems, documentation, and audit readiness.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Key Responsibilities</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">1. Global Compliance Framework &amp; Governance</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Serve as the institutional focal point for global compliance across NEF.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Maintain, review, and support implementation of NEF’s global compliance policies and tools, including:</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">anti-fraud and anti-corruption,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">whistleblower and grievance mechanisms,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">partner and vendor due diligence,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">sanctions and counter-terrorism compliance,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">misconduct disclosure and vetting frameworks.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Translate donor compliance requirements into clear operational guidance for country teams.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support COO in compliance-related reporting to senior management and governance bodies.</span><br></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">2. </span></span><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Donor Compliance &amp; Audit Readiness</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Provide compliance oversight for donor-funded projects, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations, donor rules, and reporting requirements.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support country teams in responding to donor audits, spot checks, and compliance reviews, including preparation of documentation and corrective action plans.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Review and advise on high-risk donor clauses and compliance implications during proposal and contract stages (in coordination with programs, finance, and legal).</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">3. Partner, Vendor &amp; Staff Vetting / Due Diligence</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Oversee partner and vendor due diligence processes, including risk assessments, sanctions screening, and compliance checks.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ensure consistent application of staff vetting and misconduct disclosure processes in line with safeguarding and integrity standards.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Maintain oversight of sanctions screening processes and documentation.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">4. Whistleblowing, Complaints &amp; Internal review (Compliance-related)</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Act as the primary compliance focal point for whistleblower reports, fraud allegations, corruption concerns, and other compliance-related complaints.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Manage or coordinate compliance internal review, including:</span>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">intake and triage,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">risk assessment,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">coordination with legal counsel where required,</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">documentation of findings and recommendations.</span></li>\n</ul>\n</li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ensure internal reviews are conducted in line with NEF policies, due process, confidentiality, and non-retaliation principles.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Coordinate closely with HR on cases involving staff relations, while maintaining clear boundaries between. HR processes and compliance internal review.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">5. Support to Country Teams</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Provide practical, real-time compliance advice to Country Directors, Operations Managers, and Finance teams.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support country offices in navigating complex operating environments, including sanctions regimes, regulatory uncertainty, and donor scrutiny.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Promote a culture of compliance that is supportive, proportionate, and operationally realistic.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">6. Training, Capacity Building &amp; Prevention</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Develop and deliver compliance training and awareness sessions for staff and partners (e.g. fraud prevention, whistleblowing, donor compliance).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Support the integration of compliance considerations into onboarding, partner engagement, and operational planning.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Identify recurring compliance gaps and propose preventive measures.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">7. Reporting, Documentation &amp; Continuous Improvement</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Maintain centralized compliance records and case tracking (secure and confidential).</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Produce periodic compliance summaries and risk trends for senior management.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Contribute to the continuous improvement of NEF’s compliance systems, tools, and controls.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Key Interfaces</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">COO</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Country Directors and Operations Managers</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">UK and Belgium Executive Directors</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Finance, HR, Legal, and Safeguarding functions</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">External auditors, donors, and legal counsel (as needed)</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Profile &amp; Experience</span></span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Minimum 8–10 years of experience in compliance, risk management, audit, or governance within NGOs, international organizations, or regulated environments.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Strong familiarity with donor compliance frameworks and operating in fragile or conflict-affected contexts.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Proven experience managing investigations, due diligence, or audit processes.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">High level of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Ability to balance firm compliance standards with operational pragmatism.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.</span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Eligibility Criteria</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Preference will be given to candidates based in the United States (Syracuse, HQ). However, candidates based in Belgium or the United Kingdom will also be considered. <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Candidates should possess the right to work in the location where they are applying.</span></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><br></span><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Please note that the salary range indicated applies to US-based positions only. For Belgium or UK-based positions, compensation will be aligned with the respective country’s salary scale.</span></p>\n<p><br><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">NEF will accept a rolling application until the position is filled. Review of application will begin on <span style=\"font-weight: bold\">April 20, 2026</span>. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">To apply:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Please apply by submitting the following documents to the Near East Foundation’s careers page at https://neareast.org/current-opportunities/:</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Cover letter outlining all relevant experience, how you meet the essential criteria.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Curriculum Vitae.</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer). You will be given further notice prior to us contacting references.</span></li>\n</ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at <a href=\"http://www.neareast.org\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.neareast.org</a></span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\"><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Pre-employment Checks</span> </span></p>\n<p><br><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks prior to start date: </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening; </span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Receipt of satisfactory references;</span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-size: 12pt\">Proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role.</span></li>\n</ul>",
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