Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management

2 weeks ago


Old Toronto, Canada Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario Full time
Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management

Friday, May 17, 2024

Term: Permanent, Full-Time

Division/Branch: Corporate Services Division / Internal Audit and Risk Management Branch

Application Deadline: May 31, 2024

Salary Range: Min: $120,741 to Max: $150,925

PositionLocation: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid

TheAlcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and private cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.

The Corporate Services Division of the AGCO is seeking a Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management (Director). Reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), the Director is responsible for setting the strategic direction and overseeing the execution of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Internal Audit, and Emergency Management functions. The position plans, obtains buy-in, and directs activities to grow and mature these functions. The Director supports the AGCO’s governance framework and assists the C-suite and Board in fulfilling their oversight responsibilities. Issues often have commission-wide impact, involve multiple stakeholders, and require complex analysis and the ability to weigh the possible outcomes of various approaches. In addition, this position is responsible for identifying opportunities for continuous improvement to meet AGCO, Branch, and Divisional objectives, best practices, and legislative requirements.

In this role, the successful candidate will:

  • Provide strategic leadership and advice to the C-Suite, Senior Management, and business areas on all aspects of Enterprise Risk Management, Internal Audit, and Emergency Management.
  • Lead, innovate, and execute risk management, internal audit, and emergency management strategies aligned with AGCO priorities. Develop and implement frameworks, policies, and procedures in line with industry best practices and Ontario Public Service (OPS) directives.
  • Lead the development and implementation of the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) program to support risk governance and management across the organization.
  • Develop the AGCO Risk Register/Profile and report the results to the Board and the Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG).
  • Develop a new agency-wide risk management program, including the creation of mandatory learning for all staff, people leaders, and executives, as well as new ERM leads for each division and quarterly divisional risk registers.
  • Facilitate C-Suite discussions on the agency’s top-level risks, including the controls, strategies, and action plans to address these risks.
  • Direct the development and execution of the Strategic Risk-Based Audit and Evaluation Plan and report the results of audit and evaluation engagements.
  • Evaluate business strategies, policies, and standards, providing meaningful insights based on knowledge and research to improve agency management and control processes.
  • Lead the emergency management and business continuity planning function to ensure the agency effectively prepares for and responds to emergency events. Ensure that all mission-critical services continue to be delivered to internal stakeholders, the government, regulatory clients, and other external stakeholders.
  • Support and monitor the AGCO Whistleblowing Compliance Program.
  • Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and education awareness relating to risk management and business continuity for all AGCO staff.
  • Identify and evaluate training needs in their respective branch/team to support the development of a smart risk culture at the AGCO. Support the AGCO’s Enterprise Risk Management program by engaging in regular conversations related to risk management in their respective branch, and on a quarterly basis, contribute to and review the divisional risk register.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • A university degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field with extensive experience in a senior management capacity leading a diverse functional team.
  • A professional accounting designation (e.g., CPA, CA, CMA, CGA, CIA, CISA) is required.
  • In-depth knowledge of audit methodologies, governance, controls, standards, and best practices acquired through at least 10 years of experience in auditing roles (internal or external) and/or risk management.
  • Advanced knowledge of Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), auditing and control frameworks, and emergency management frameworks and principles.
  • Strong leadership skills and political acumen with a proven ability to drive organizational change and lead a team through change and growth.
  • Excellent time management skills to independently manage the planning and execution of several audits, special assignments, or projects in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Experience in collaborating with various stakeholders, especially governing boards, audit committees, and senior executives, to secure buy-in and support.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • The successful candidate must be eligible to work in Canada and will be subject to an enhanced background check for AGCO Directors.

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.

The AGCO has the responsibility to lead by example in advancing racial equity and to build a diverse, inclusive, accessible and respectful workplace where every employee has a voice and the opportunity to fully contribute. To this effect, you are encouraged to reflect upon the diversity you would bring to the role within your application including, but not limited to, individuals identifying with one or more of the under-represented groups identified within Ontario’s Human Rights Code.

Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.

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