Director of Contracts, Risk Management, Compliance

UPO Union Pharmaceutique d'Orient s.a.l

. Identify, communicate, measure and manage organization-wide risk .

Posted 11/7/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesLead💰 $101,654 - $107,654 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in risk management, compliance policies, and insurance procurement while effectively communicating and collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Proficient in conducting assessments, audits, and legal research to ensure organizational safety and compliance with applicable laws.

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Risk ManagementCompliance PoliciesInsurance ProcurementLegal ResearchAuditing Procedures

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Hard Skills

Risk AssessmentData AnalysisContract NegotiationPolicy DevelopmentInsurance Claims ManagementCompliance Standards KnowledgeSafety AuditingContingency PlanningDocument ManagementMS Office Proficiency

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving AptitudeSensitivity to Diversity

Tools & Technologies

Computerized Legal Research ProgramsAI SoftwareData Entry Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreeMaster’s DegreeJuris Doctorate Degree

Industry Keywords

Nonprofit EnvironmentGovernment FundingFederal ComplianceLiability InsuranceSafety Procedures

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify, communicate, measure and manage organization-wide risk
Conduct quarterly assessments of programmatic, financial, safety and security risks
Evaluate risk consequences and implement appropriate mitigation measures
Manage liability insurance procurement with insurance brokers
Develop and implement risk-management and compliance policies and procedures
Manage insurance claims and relationships with brokers, underwriters and other third-party administrators
Audit current safety processes and procedures
Develop and implement risk-management controls and systems with UPO offices and program management
Identify UPO safety sites for fires, natural disasters and other emergencies
Ensure Basic Business License renewals for UPO, UPO Inspire and UPO CDC
Coordinate fire drills, elevator protocols and other safety requirements with the Office of Facilities Management
Design processes to eliminate or mitigate potential risks
Create organization-wide contingency plans for crises
Evaluate policies and procedures for compliance with applicable laws at the direction of the General Counsel
Maintain data for PMR reports and present recommendations to executive management, senior management and, when necessary, the board of directors
Implement solutions and plans
Evaluate employee risk awareness and recommend or conduct training
Assist with contract and procurement matters and contract negotiations
Review, edit and draft contracts, memoranda, letters, leases, policies and procedures
Conduct legal research and analysis using computerized legal research programs and AI software such as ChatGPT
Analyze and interpret laws, regulations, contracts and other documents
Maintain and improve systems for compiling, organizing and indexing files and records
Assist with document retention and destruction
Maintain and improve legal resource materials
Collaborate with staff on tasks and projects
Maintain confidentiality
Perform clerical duties as needed, including filing, typing, copying, invoicing, purchasing supplies and answering phones
Assist with Board of Directors matters
Become familiar with the agency mission and strategic plan
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree
Excellent computer, data entry and MS Office skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to handle private, sensitive, confidential information appropriately
Strong attention to detail and organization
Ability to work sensitively and effectively with individuals of diverse educational, socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
Experience working with liability brokers and insurance companies
Knowledge of compliance and risk-management matters involving federal (e.g., OHS, CSBG, OSSE) and local government funding streams
Selected candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check and/or FBI fingerprinting, as well as pre-employment drug screening, as applicable
Master’s or Juris Doctorate Degree and at least two years of experience with risk assessment and control are desired
Experience with auditing and reporting procedures is desired
Familiarity with compliance standards and regulations is desired
Familiarity with DC and federally funded programs or a nonprofit environment is desired
Strong computer and research skills are desired
Analytical mind with problem-solving aptitude is desired
Excellent communication and presentation skills are desired
Prior work experience with a nonprofit or government agency is desired

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health/Kaiser, 70/30 split
Dental/MetLife, all employees paid
Vision/VSP, all employees paid
401k Safe Harbor Match: 5.5% given as a benefit; will match 1% of staff contribution
Sick Leave: 4.5 hours every pay period
Vacation Leave: 4.5 hours every pay period
2 Personal Days
Paid Holidays
Position eligible for working remotely