Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya · On-site
Position: Director, Risk, Audit, and Compliance Location: Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zambia Reporting to: Executive Director Finance and Administration About Us World Bicycle Relief mobilizes communities in rura…
Skills: Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, Compliance, Governance, Financial Stewardship
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Lead global risk management, internal audit, and compliance activities to provide independent assurance to management and the Audit Committee. Strengthen organizational effectiveness, internal controls, and regulatory compliance across multiple countries of operation.
Requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 10 years of progressive experience in risk, audit, or compliance within multinational organizations. Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, or ACCA are preferred.
Position: Director, Risk, Audit, and Compliance
Location: Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zambia
Reporting to: Executive Director Finance and Administration
About Us
World Bicycle Relief mobilizes communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles. We partner with communities to expand access to education, markets, healthcare and other essential services. With our purpose-designed
Buffalo Bicycles, individuals in low-income regions are a force for change, unlocking pathways to new opportunities for themselves, their families and entire communities.
We are a mission-driven, global non-profit social enterprise that manages a highly refined bicycle supply chain from design through final distribution. World Bicycle Relief uses an innovative business model to create sustainable bicycle ecosystems. Through World Bicycle Relief's 501(c)3, we provide transport solutions to those who cannot afford them, and through Buffalo Bicycle Ltd, we sell the rugged Buffalo Bicycle and spare parts. Buffalo Bicycle Ltd also offers users repair and maintenance services via a retail network of shops and local mechanics. World Bicycle Relief has distributed over 1,000,000 fit-for-purpose bicycles and trained 4,000+ community-based mechanics. Girls with Buffalo Bicycles are 19% less likely to drop out of school; business owners see 53% more revenue; and health workers serve 63% more households.
Purpose of the Position
The Director, Risk, Audit & Compliance is responsible for leading World Bicycle Relief's global risk management, internal audit, compliance, and governance support activities. The role provides independent assurance, risk insight, and practical guidance to management and the Audit Committee while helping strengthen organizational effectiveness, accountability, internal controls, donor stewardship, and regulatory compliance across World Bicycle Relief's countries of operation, Buffalo Bicycle entities and affiliated fundraising organizations.
The Director serves as a trusted advisor to management and the Board, balancing independence with collaboration to support achievement of the organization's mission and strategic objectives.
Job Responsibilities
Enterprise Risk Management
Internal Audit
Advisory & Organizational Improvement
Compliance & Governance
Investigations & Special Reviews
Requirements
Reporting Structure
The role maintains direct access to the Chief Executive Officer, Audit Committee Chair, and Audit Committee as appropriate. The Director will regularly present risk assessments, audit results, compliance matters, and emerging issues to Executive Leadership and the Audit Committee.
Work Location: Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, or Zambia
WBR is a registered not-for profit in the USA (501c3), Canada, UK, Germany, Switzerland, and Australia. We have supported programs in 20 countries, and have country offices, staff, and assembly facilities in Colombia, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia. WBR is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Application Closing Date: July 24, 2026
Mobilizing communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles.
World Bicycle Relief mobilizes communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles. A global non-profit, World Bicycle Relief is a catalyst for change, partnering with people in rural communities around the globe to realize their goals by expanding opportunities to access education, markets, health facilities and vital services with the tool they need to thrive. Compared to walking, bicycles represent an enormous leap in productivity and access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities. The simple, sustainable nature of bicycles empowers individuals, their families and their communities. World Bicycle Relief has a goal to reach 1 million bicycles and empower 5 million people by 2025.
Offices: 1000 W Fulton Market, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60607, US
Mobilizing communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles.
World Bicycle Relief mobilizes communities in rural regions around the world to thrive with life-changing bicycles. A global non-profit, World Bicycle Relief is a catalyst for change, partnering with people in rural communities around the globe to realize their goals by expanding opportunities to access education, markets, health facilities and vital services with the tool they need to thrive. Compared to walking, bicycles represent an enormous leap in productivity and access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities. The simple, sustainable nature of bicycles empowers individuals, their families and their communities. World Bicycle Relief has a goal to reach 1 million bicycles and empower 5 million people by 2025.
Offices: 1000 W Fulton Market, 4th Floor, Chicago, IL 60607, US
