Foreign Influence Compliance Manager

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

The Foreign Influence Compliance Manager coordinates and facilitates FIU's foreign influence compliance activities as required under Federal and State law through the establishment of collaborative partnerships with FIU stakeholders and compliance partners across all senior vice-presidential areas and FIU campuses.

Assesses foreign influence compliance activities and implementation requirements through risk assessments; addresses non-compliance concerns including performing investigations; and recommends mitigation strategies to ensure compliance. Collaborates with FIU department leaders and their designees on foreign influence compliance initiatives and facilitates leadership's development and implementation of appropriate institutional controls. Monitors changes in federal and state foreign influence compliance requirements and modifies training, resources and associated guidance accordingly based on industry best practices. Manages the coordination, compliance review, and submission of foreign influence reports. In collaboration with the Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), ensures compliance with our global engagement initiatives and alignment to our mission, values, and strategic plan.

• Manages and implements the daily functions of the University's Foreign Influence compliance program ensuring compliance with federal and state laws.
• Analyzes and assesses organizational activities for International/Foreign Influence compliance issues.
• Designs and facilitates the delivery of Foreign Influence compliance communications, education and training.
• Maintains regulatory documentation.
• Develops all required reports for submission to the appropriate regulatory body, including compliance reviews prior to submission.
• Provides relevant substantive content and oversight of the Foreign Influence webpages and platforms.
• Ensures the University remains abreast of emerging foreign influence laws, regulations, and best practices in the higher education sector.
• Investigates non-compliance concerns and assists management with developing mitigation strategies and internal controls to address foreign influence risk for the University.
• Provides the university community with training and guidance resources to facilitate compliance with Federal and State foreign influence legislative and regulatory compliance requirements.

Bachelor's degree in a related field and four (4) years of experience in compliance, finance, audit, law or closely related field.

• Prior experience with foreign influence, research security, or conflicts of interest in academia. Awareness of Export Control regulations, including the EAR, ITAR and OFAC regulations.
• Experience working in Higher Education.
• Related Advanced Degrees (Masters, Juris Doctorate, or PhD), Certificates, and Certifications will also be considered.

Administrative

Starting at $80,000 - commensurate with education and experience

Begin time: 8:30 AM

End time: 5:00 PM

Criminal Background Check

• Handles information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Travel to FIU Campus'

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

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To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

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FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.