Compliance Officer

Albuquerque Community Foundation•Albuquerque, NM

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the supervision of the CFO, the Compliance Officer protects the Foundation from risk and promotes a culture of integrity and accountability. This position will oversee internal compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and requirements of federal, state, city/county, and national philanthropic contracts, grants, and other initiatives undertaken by NMCT and the Foundation. The position will support and lead specific time-bound projects aligned with organizational strategic direction and objectives, which may involve convening, facilitating, and managing/supporting projects in collaboration with multiple project stakeholders. The majority of such initiatives undertaken by NMCT and the Foundation involve a great deal of sub-granting to nonprofit organizations who must also adhere to the compliance requirements of the contract/grant; as such, the Compliance Officer will also coach sub-grantees in compliance and contract/grant management, conduct audits of sub-grantees’ internal systems and processes to ensure compliance, and offer relational support such as individual meetings and/or program cohorts. The ideal candidate for this role succeeds in balancing multiple priorities with a strong knowledge of compliance, finance, risk management, and nonprofit, governmental, and community relations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business management/administration, law, finance, or other relevant field
Minimum 3 years of experience with contract/grant management at various levels (federal, state, city/county, private philanthropy) is required
Experience should include compliance, risk management, legal reviews, audits, or similar processes
Strong knowledge of compliance/risk management protocols and best practices
Trust: Build relationships based on authenticity, actionable change, adaptability, and cultural humility
Equity: Address ongoing injustice and work to change systems of oppression and harm
Integrity: Provide high-quality service with humility and respect
Accountability: Be responsible and transparent in learning, striving, and adapting towards becoming the community’s foundation
Proficiency in MS Office products
Develop knowledge and expertise in Community Suite and other software
Strong, clear writing and presentation skills
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Excellent analytical skills and ability to accurately interpret complex documents and policies
Strong attention to detail and ability to creatively problem-solve
Self-motivated, initiative-driven, and integrity-based work style with a commitment to professional ethics
Ability to prioritize competing time and schedule demands
Exhibit a professional, courteous, and friendly demeanor
Dependable and sound decision-making capability
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
An understanding of philanthropy and a commitment to the mission of the Albuquerque Community Foundation
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling confidential information and promoting compliance with rules and regulations
Must be available to attend Foundation events and interact positively with attendees
Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation
Current valid New Mexico Driver’s License and insurable

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of program impact and evaluation is desirable, but not required

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and oversee policies, procedures, and a compliance program that ensure adherence to the Foundation’s internal policies, state and federal laws, specific contract/grant requirements, and other rules and regulations
Identify areas of noncompliance and coordinate with Leadership, staff, and external partners (funders, government agencies, contract sub-awardees, etc.) to develop plans for improvement
Perform internal audits for the Foundation and sub-awardees to ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and program requirements at all levels
Serve as a point of contact for regulatory agencies and ensure timely reporting and communications
Maintain current knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations, and legal and technical issues for federal and state funds, including but not limited to updates to the Office of Management and Budget’s Uniform Guidance.
Regularly revise procedures and reports to reflect regulatory changes and improve upon processes
Provide training and support to Foundation staff, sub-awardees, and other stakeholders on compliance requirements and related matters
Conduct risk assessments to identify areas of risk in current and prospective programs/contracts and forecast potential future risks
Develop plans for risk mitigation and management
Review legal and other documents to evaluate alignment with the Foundation’s level of risk tolerance
Ensure risk management policies and strategies are in compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and priorities of the Foundation
Collaborate with members of the Finance and Community Impact & Leadership teams to ensure a coordinated approach to integrating and managing compliance for various simultaneous contracts and programs
Participate in Foundation-wide events, meetings, and initiatives as needed, including but not limited to Board of Trustee meetings and the Annual Meeting
Analyze processes, documents, and systems for compliance and risk
Conduct and prepare policy and compliance audits and summaries
Prepare reports for Leadership and external regulatory bodies as required and appropriate
Represent the Albuquerque Community Foundation at community events, networking functions, and other public forums
All staff are encouraged to develop a practice and learning around diversity, equity, and inclusion