Head, Investigation

Location: Nigeria

About the Role

Dangote Cement Plc is seeking an experienced and highly ethical Head, Investigation 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.