Food Concepts commenced operations in 2001. From inception, our aim has been clear-cut and focused: to revolutionise the food sector in West Africa and to deliver extraordinary satisfaction to our stakeholders.
The journey began with our pioneering of the food court concept in Nigeria – a new and exciting offering for the local market. At the same time, we also imported well-developed QSR (Quick Service Restaurant) brands from South Africa. Since this time we have concentrated on developing our own brands, which already occupy prime market positions. Chicken Republic, as our flagship brand, is a classic success story.
Since launching in 2004, Chicken Republic has already opened 55 stores in Nigeria and Ghana. On this basis, we are proud of the brand’s hard-earned reputation as the fastest growing chicken QSR in West Africa and the number 1 chicken QSR in Nigeria (both in revenues and number of outlets). In addition, Chicken Republic was ranked as one of Nigeria’s top 20 brands across all categories (Financial Standards Awards 2009).
Our multifaceted business also comprises an Operational Division, Central Kitchen Unit and Supply Chain Division.Job Purpose
To ensure the development and implementation of risk policies and procedures in the organization
Core Responsibilities and Key Result Areas
Risk Assessment & Monitoring
Collaborate with relevant teams to identify, assess, and quantify operational and compliance risks.
Maintain and regularly update the organization’s risk register on a weekly and monthly basis.
Track the implementation of risk mitigation strategies and validate outcomes.
Recommend improvements to internal processes to enhance control effectiveness.
Assist in the investigation of fraud, inefficiencies, and other anomalies, providing actionable recommendations.
Compliance & Internal Controls
Participate in the design and implementation of internal control processes to mitigate identified risks.
Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory obligations, and risk standards.
Conduct internal reviews to ensure adherence to risk management protocols.
Identify and report emerging risks and control gaps with recommended mitigation strategies.
Key Performance Indicators
Accuracy and timeliness of risk register updates
Effectiveness of implemented risk controls.
Number and quality of process improvement recommendations
Compliance level with regulatory and internal risk policies
Knowledge Requirements
Knowledge of legislations, its changes and developments as they affect the Food Industry,
Knowledge of Fundamentals of Accounting
Knowledge of Risk & Compliance standards or processes
Knowledge of legal standards and in-house policies
Knowledge of reporting procedures and record keeping
Knowledge of the QSR/Food Industry practices Good interpersonal, communications and flexibility
Job Specifications
A good first degree in Law, Finance, Accounting, or any other related areas
Membership of the ICAN, ACCA or any other related professional qualification is an added advantage
Minimum of 2 years work experience in an administrative capacity in a similar industry / environment
Decision Expectations
Recommend business improvement opportunities
Identify potential risks, proffers risk mitigations and monitors the progress of risk mitigation activities
Assist in risk minimization