Exiting position in a local, International Environment

We are looking for an experienced manager to oversee our compliance with Data, Health and Safety regulations to ensure UWC RCN adheres to legal standards, internal policies and accreditation standards. The successful candidate will be a member of the Leadership Team and will report to the Rektor.

You will be responsible for identifying relevant regulations in all aspects and levels of business as well as providing guidance on compliance matters. You are well-versed in legal guidelines and corporate governance best practices, keeping in mind the UWC Mission and Values and Red Cross Principles. You must be comfortable saying “no” when necessary, and be result-oriented.

The goal is to preserve the integrity of UWC RCN and UWC Connect by making sure the college stays on a lawful and ethical course, do all possible to ensure the safety of people (students, employees and visitors) and build trust with all stakeholders.

Work area

The Data, Health and Safety Compliance Manager (Compliance Manager/CM) establishes and maintains management and administrative systems, policies and processes to enable UWC RCN and its daughter companies to remain compliant with legal requirements, internally established control systems, accreditation standards and recognised best practice for UWC and international residential schools and associated programmes.

Key areas of compliance must be embedded within UWC RCN policies and policy implementation regarding GDPR, Working Environment Act, Education Act, Transparency Act, Accreditation Standards, Risk Analysis, Safeguarding, Outdoor Education Qualifications, Transport Routines and Internal Controls. These should be framed within the ethical framework of the UWC Mission and Values and the Red Cross Principles. Developing and overseeing control systems to prevent or deal with violations of legal guidelines and internal policies, evaluating the efficiency of controls and improving them continuously, revising procedures and providing reports to periodically identify hidden risks or non-conformity issues are essential functions of this position.

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• Verbal and written fluency in Norwegian and English language
• Relevant higher education; BSc/BA in law, finance, business administration or related field
• Knowledge about relevant laws and regulations in Norway and Internationally
• Awareness of GDPR, Transparency Act, Working Environment Act
• Knowledge about or interest in educational and international institutions
• A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace
• Experience in use of internal control systems and risk management

Desirable Qualifications and Competencies

• Proven experience as compliance manager
• Good knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping
• A business acumen partnered with a dedication to legality
• Methodical and diligent with outstanding planning abilities
• An analytical mind able to “see” the complexities of procedures and regulations
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail oriented

Our offers

• An exciting job and opportunity in an international environment locally
• Working in a supportive and motivating Team focused on UWC RCN’s vision and values
• Good pension and insurance schemes
• Possibilities for professional development, learning and growth
• Access to the Red Cross Haugland rehabilitation centre's pool and training room
• Access to various outdoor activities, organised through the school

Working on the banks of this beautiful fjord in an international community provides a unique opportunity to live and work locally in a global community established to educate for peace and sustainability. Our vision is to build an integrated team of employees made up of those with local roots and others with global connections and international experience. Terms and conditions are designed to attract the best candidates with appropriate qualifications and experience who are committed to the work of UWC RCN.

You must submit a police certificate that is no older than three months before you can take up the position.

If the position appeals to you pleas send an application and your CV to appointments@uwcrcn.no.

Application deadline is 01.10.2023.

For questions to the position or for the full Job Description please contact Admin Team Leader Leif-Arne Skaar, phone number 913 35 723/email address leif-arne.skaar@uwcrcn.no, or Rektor Pelham Lindfield-Roberts, phone number 453 37 613/email address pelham.lindfield@uwcrcn.no.