Risk Management & Compliance Senior Analyst

Risk Management & Contract Compliance Senior Analyst Organization

Summary:

PAX sapiens (PAX) is on a mission to prevent predictable global catastrophes. We use direct grantmaking and coordination tools such as convenings, conferences, and information sharing systems to advance human security and sustainable peace. In support of our mission, our focus areas include strengthening global systems for pandemic prevention, preventing nuclear war, and promoting better US-Chinese relationships in global fora specifically.

The Risk Management & Contract Compliance Senior Analyst will be responsible for developing, implementing and monitoring the organization’s adherence to legal and compliance policies and relevant US and foreign laws and regulations that PAX and its subsidiaries and affiliates are subject to (including but not limited to privacy, anti-corruption, anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, fraud and sanctions laws and regulations) as well as reviewing, negotiating, and monitoring contracts and grant agreements.

This position will work to support the Vice President of Finance & Administration in ensuring operational compliance and risk mitigation.

VP, Finance & Administration

Full-Time, Exempt, Salaried

The Hiring range for this position is: $81,000 - $91,000 annually

Benefits for our US-based employees include:

• 15 paid vacation days a year
• 8 paid holidays
• 10 days paid annual sick leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefit options for employees and family members
• Employee Assistance Program
• Hybrid Work from Home/ In-office schedule
• Professional Development Funds

This position is located at the PAX sapiens headquarters in Broomfield, CO. The PAX office operates on a hybrid in-office/work from home model with Tuesdays and Thursdays in-office.

• Review and approve independent contractor agreements, vendor purchase agreements, MOUs, partnership agreements, and proposals.
• Oversee and support with the timely completion of internal and external reports contract lifecycle activities (review, execution, monitoring, and renewal).
• Analyze, interpret, and apply investor and donor regulations, terms and conditions of grants and contracts, and PAX policies in the day-to-day management of all programs, serving as the lead advisor on award compliance.
• Work with executive team and program leads to negotiate terms and conditions of awards and modifications.
• Administers andmaintainsdocumentation related to contracts, including templates, and electronic records.
• Coordinate the rollout of procurement and contract policies and procedures.
• Delivertrainingto support effective and efficient operations in procurement, solicitation, and contract administration.
• Develop staff capabilities and encourage the adoption of internal polices, ensuringproficiencyand compliance with established procedures.
• Protect PAX interests and effectively communicate the same to staff during negotiations over contract terms.
• Coordinate withthe Vice President of Finance & Administration and outside counselto ensure compliance with laws and regulations.
• Prepare anddisseminatecontractreportsstatustostaffon a regular monthly/quarterly basis.
• Maintain detailed and organized files, and reports /metricsregardingPAX contracts.
• Review insurance policy coverages periodically to ensure coverage needs have not changed.

• Lead the design and development of compliance policies and procedures and partner with program staff to oversee the implementation of compliance standards and practices.
• Identify legal or ethical vulnerabilities before they cause financial or reputational damage.
• Drive the identification and development of corrective action plans to resolve problematic compliance issues. Develop strategies and practices to reduce the potential for violations and noncompliance.
• Stay appraised of relevant changes in rules and regulations and communicate updates to PAX’s staff.
• Enhance subject matter expertise on various relevant compliance topics.
• Develop and conduct training to contribute to organizational learning and increase knowledge in grants, contracts, and…