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Manager, Risk Management

Benton Harbor, MI

OUR ORGANIZATION:  
Kinexus Group, recognized as one of Nonprofit Times 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 and 2022 Best Nonprofits to Work For, is a cutting-edge community development organization with growing initiatives to create an economically thriving Michigan. We are change agents who create solutions for business, workforce, and community challenges to promote economic vitality.

OUR TEAM:

Our team is comprised of competent and caring business professionals who are innovative, resourceful, collaborative, and helpful in facilitating the risk management and accountability of the Kinexus Group.  This responsibility requires that we be service oriented relative to the financial needs of all departments while still assuring that all transactions adhere to Kinexus Group policies and procedures, generally accepted accounting principles, and rules established through various federal, state and local fund sources. 

We lead by example by holding true to a high standard of excellence that drives the Internal Operations Team to provide outstanding levels of support, service, and products.  We strive to be exemplary in all activities and to continuously exceed expectations. 

OUR DESIRED OUTCOMES:

Under the direction of the Chief Financial Officer, the Manager, Risk Management has complete knowledge of and analysis of the overall Kinexus Group impact: the full spectrum of business and operational processes, performance, and requirements, and provides advice, guidance, and technical assistance to all Subsidiary Executives, Division Directors, and Senior Leadership staff. Responsible for developing quality processes to ensure compliance and risk management are in place for the effective delivery of services and products, with a particular focus on vendor contracting, final grant review, and RFP oversight.

WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU:

The Manager, Risk Management ensures effective, compliant delivery of services and products while protecting the organization from risk. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to advise senior leaders with confidence.  This position oversees the risk management functions for Kinexus Group Corporate which includes: Contracting and Procurement.

  • Lead risk management functions for Kinexus Group Corporate, including contracting, procurement, and compliance oversight.
  • Partner with subsidiary Executive Directors and leadership to mitigate risk through contract review, tracking, and policy alignment.
  • Conduct enterprise-wide risk assessments, identify vulnerabilities, and integrate risk considerations into strategic decision-making.
  • Monitor and interpret state and federal compliance requirements; advise leadership on implications for contracts and operations.
  • Review and ensure quality, compliance, and alignment of all grant proposals, RFPs, and contractual agreements.
  • Oversee contract and purchasing processes, serving as the final quality assurance checkpoint.
  • Provide input on policy development and continuous improvement of risk management frameworks.
  • Research and interpret federal guidance (TEGLs, TENs, etc.) and communicate relevant impacts to staff.

Supervision:

  • Purchasing/Contract Specialist

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:  

  • Bachelor’s Degree in the fields of business, non-profit or public administration, pre-law or accounting
  • Three years’ experience in program compliance, research and/ or evaluation
  • Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication (both written and verbal) skills

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 

  • Knowledge of Workforce Development systems and policy
  • Knowledge of managing federal and state grants

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

  • Flexible and open.
  • Competitive Salary & Benefits
  • Opportunities for Development, Growth and Giving Back

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US: 

  • A robust onboarding experience to integrate you into our team.
  • Team of Teams training in support of the organizational strategies.
  • Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role.
  • Cross Operational Meetings with your peers.
  • Management Commitment to your success (open door with CEO and COO, partnership with Senior Leadership, and peer-to-peer support) 

We have unique culture that requires individuals to be BOLD, INSPIRATIONAL, ENTREPRENEURIAL and INCLUSIVE. We spend more waking hours with each other than we do with family or friends, so finding someone that adds to our culture is extremely important.

Kinexus Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program. Auxiliary aids, reasonable accommodations and/or services are available upon request for individuals with disabilities. Michigan Relay Center: 711 Voice and TDD. Kinexus is a partner of American Job Centers.

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