Senior Risk Analyst Lisboa

Senior Risk Analyst
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

About UNICEF

UNICEF is the world’s leading children’s rights organization, working for children in 190 countries to save lives, defend rights, and help fulfill their potential. We are funded entirely by voluntary contributions and are committed to making a lasting difference for children.

Job Purpose

The Senior Risk Analyst will play a critical role in the organization's risk management framework. This position involves identifying, analyzing, and mitigating risks across various departments, ensuring compliance with established policies, and promoting a culture of risk awareness. Additionally, this role will support the organization's governance efforts by developing tools and maps for tracking governance policies.

Key Responsibilities

1. Risk Policy Implementation & Governance

• Implement risk management and governance policies as defined by the CRO.
• Ensure organizational compliance and alignment across departments.
• Monitor the effectiveness of risk controls and governance frameworks.
• Develop tools and dashboards to track compliance and policy integration.

2. Risk Identification, Analysis & Mitigation

• Identify and assess operational and strategic risks.
• Conduct root cause analyses and evaluate risks using predictive models.
• Prioritize risks and support the design and implementation of mitigation strategies.
• Maintain an
  -
  - date risk inventory and related documentation.

3. Monitoring, Reporting & Communication

• Continuously monitor emerging risks and update records accordingly.
• Prepare risk reports, dashboards, and progress updates for management and the CRO.
• Facilitate
  - functional communication to embed a
  - aware culture.

4. Tools, Research & Decision Support

• Use risk management software to monitor, analyze, and visualize risk data.
• Conduct internal and external research to inform risk strategies.
• Generate insights to support strategic
  - making and planning.

5. Training, Awareness & Audit Support

• Deliver training and workshops to raise risk awareness among staff.
• Ensure employee engagement in identifying and reporting risks.
• Support internal and external audits related to risk and compliance.

Qualifications and Competencies of a Successful Candidate

Experience & Education:

• Minimum of 2 years in risk management, consulting in risk areas, or related field.
• Bachelor’s degree in Risk Management, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant professional is an asset.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in risk management software and tools.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various departments.
• Experience in risk management or a related field is preferred.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work model with flexibility.
• A sustainable office environment.
• Additional vacation days and a special day off for your birthday.
• Flexible afternoons for family time.
• Fresh fruit in the office.
• Health insurance.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic team.

Values

UNICEF’s work is guided by the values of Care, Respect, Trust, Integrity, Accountability, and Sustainability . We are committed to upholding these values in all that we do.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about this opportunity and meet the qualifications, please send your motivational letter* and resume to with the reference SRA-2025, until 08/06/2025.

Candidates who do not submit a motivational letter will not be considered.

Equal Opportunity

At UNICEF, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible hiring process.

If you require any accommodation to fully participate in any stage of our recruitment process, please let us know. We will work with you to ensure that reasonable adjustments are made to support your needs.

To request an accommodation, please include your request in your application or email us at. All requests will be handled confidentially.

UNICEF has a
- tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. UNICEF also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. All selected candidates will, therefore, undergo rigorous reference and background checks, and will be expected to adhere to these standards and principles.