Security Investigation Lead

Job Description

• Dangote Cement Plc is seeking an experienced and highly ethical Security Investigation Lead to lead and coordinate investigation activities across all cement plant operations.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting complex fraud, misconduct, forensic, and investigative audit cases, while ensuring compliance with legal requirements, company policies, and ethical standards.
• This role requires a strategic leader with extensive experience in fraud investigation, forensic auditing, risk assessment, and stakeholder management.
• The ideal candidate will play a key role in protecting the Company's assets, reputation, and operational integrity.

What We Are Looking For

• The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker, skilled investigator, and influential leader with a proven ability to uncover risks, drive corrective actions, and enhance organizational resilience.
• They must demonstrate the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and accountability while managing investigations that safeguard the interests of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and conduct highly sensitive and complex investigations involving fraud, misconduct, theft, and other violations of company policies.
• Plan, coordinate, and administer investigations in line with applicable labor laws, legal requirements, and the Dangote Cement Code of Conduct.
• Gather, analyze, and evaluate evidence to establish facts and present investigation findings to Security Leadership, Internal Audit, and Human Resources.
• Conduct interviews and obtain statements from relevant stakeholders to support investigative outcomes.
• Prepare comprehensive, evidence-based investigation reports and provide regular briefings to senior management.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, recoveries, reimbursements, and operational improvements arising from investigative findings.
• Develop recommendations to strengthen controls and mitigate current and future risks.
• Maintain accurate, secure, and auditable investigation records in compliance with data protection requirements and company standards.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate investigations and implement corrective actions.
• Monitor emerging fraud risks, cybersecurity threats, and investigative best practices.
• Mentor and develop investigation personnel while promoting professional standards and continuous improvement across security operations.

Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Law, Criminology, or a related discipline.
• Professional certification as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) is required.
• Membership or certification with a recognized forensic or investigative professional body such as the Chartered Institute of Forensic and Investigative Auditors of Nigeria (CIFIAN) or an equivalent institution is highly desirable.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years' experience in:
  • Fraud Investigation
  • Forensic Investigation
  • Investigative Audits
  • Risk Management and Compliance
• Experience leading complex investigations within a large corporate or industrial environment is an advantage.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of fraud detection, investigative methodologies, and risk assessment frameworks.
• Proficiency in forensic analysis, data review tools, and fraud prevention systems.
• Good understanding of legal, regulatory, and ethical requirements relating to investigations and fraud management.
• Excellent analytical, investigative, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong report writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple investigations simultaneously while maintaining high standards of accuracy and confidentiality.
• Experience providing litigation support and managing evidence for legal proceedings.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Proficiency in the use of investigation software and related technologies.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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