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RUBAO COME

RUBAO COME

Maputo,Maputo

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages

Work History

Lead Risk and Compliance

South32
Maputo Province
12.2018 - 01.2024
  • Tasked with translating the Mozal & South32 business and financial plans into meaningful operational objectives and goals; Lead the ongoing development and implementation of the Risk Management System and ensuring processes and systems are maintained in line with all applicable standards; Oversee, the development, implementation and maintenance of comprehensive environmental, safety and health programs geared to improve the performance of the operation environmental regulations; Have established and supported energy efficiency, water efficiency, source water protection, and facility level recycling sustainability strategies for Mozal; Used the established systems to collect data, evaluate and author in-depth reports with subsequent action plans on relevant aspects, emerging risks or risk shifts (including regulations changes, impacts and aspects) and opportunities to create value or sustainable business continuity for the operation; Devised strategies for modifying existing policies to better integrate sustainability initiatives; Performed yearly gap assessments on relevant standards (e.g
  • COSO framework, ISSB, SEC standards) and aligned the internal controls programme to the revised standards/ guidelines; Performed controls improvement recommendation to ensure compliance with sustainability reporting standards; Consistent in the delivery of risk reduction approach as applied in everyday general routines and production processes; Established a Sustainability Committee (governance, appointments, structure); Performed walkthroughs, test controls, identify gaps and effectively communicate findings and recommendations for control redesign to key stakeholders (sustainability committee); Led teams into safety inspections and audits as integral part of delivery on safety management plan
  • Build capacity of teams for compliance, commitment and change through delivering specialist, independent and technically capable risk support, tools, training and training to all process owners (Developed training materials, process maps, SOPs, work instructions, change management tools and communication strategies); Facilitated risk assessments, material risk reviews (review of strategies, polices/ procedures, performance standards, verification activities, business continuity plans BCPs or trigger action response plans TARPs); Drive business process capability improvement through Six Sigma methodology
  • Coordinate and support the effective delivery of the Insurance portfolio (local and global insurance) including completion of yearly surveys/ asset integrity reviews (with FM Global & SWISS RE) gaps management and reporting
  • Drive process improvement in insurance case management and reporting

Lead Reporting and Governance

South32
Johannesburg
05.2015 - 11.2018
  • Delivery on social performance metrics for the South32 South Africa entities; Established systems and processes for effective community investment governance, implementation and reporting; Leading the strategies definition, planning & budgeting across the business unit (department), including the resource requirements for the execution of strategies and monitoring / tracking; Provided specialist support on governance and risk management activities aligned with Implementation of Social Labour Plans (SLPs) in the South32 South African operations
  • Includes the establishment of clear procedures, policies, drafting the scope of services, instituting the NDAs; Performed Audit/ Assurance activities; Delivered on Sustainability Reporting; Change Management Lead

Superintendent Community Relations

South32
Maputo Province
04.2012 - 05.2015
  • Delivery on social performance metrics for the Mozal Aluminium - South32 JV
  • Conducted analysis into the corporate relationships with the host community which led to an informed, well received 5-year community investment strategy, that was integrated into cyclical business planning
  • This included baseline studies, impact and risk assessment, management plans and social monitoring and evaluation; Tasked with local and provincial government relationships and to leverage on opportunities for social development as well as enhancing South32's reputation and social license to operate, impacts, risks and opportunities; Conducted gap analysis and implemented remediation plan into the internal control environment (policies and procedures); Delivery on a portfolio investment over $30m worth of South32 community investment in Mozambique
  • Successfully managed partnerships & fund beneficiary relationships with multinational NGOs; Delivery on Sustainability Reporting - aligned with the global industry best practice environmental and Social Performance and reporting standards, requirements, and guidelines e.g., IFC, GRI, and IPIECA.

Superintendent Finance, Governance and Risk

BHP Billiton
Maputo Province
09.2010 - 04.2012
  • Led the identification and analysis of material risks to evaluate (considering the existing controls) whether the risks are tolerable in the context of business plans; Delivering specialist, independent and technically capable risk and governance support, tools, coaching and training to process owners; facilitate risk assessments and reviews of business continuity plans for material risks in line with Group standards, policy and procedures; Monitor the effectiveness of critical controls and take corrective actions where required so that material risks are controlled; Record and report on material risks that have the potential to impact the delivery of business plans; Developed and Improved Fraud/Misappropriation Reporting and Risk Steering committee process at the operation; Coordinate and supported the preparation and on time delivery of Board and Fiscal council meeting presentations.

Senior Financial Analyst

VALE
Maputo - Moatize Coal Project
07.2007 - 08.2010
  • Aligned all financial activity with the regulations of the GAAP and ensured compliance with the corporate governance (SOX); Collaborated extensively with auditors (audit processes); Improved management reporting through implementation of new consolidation procedures, systems improvements (Primavera ERP); Provided technical support into the establishment through to compliance of the new legal entity (holding company) Vale Emirates Limited
  • Delivering specialist, independent and technically capable risk and governance support, tools, coaching and training to process owners; facilitate risk assessments and reviews of business continuity plans for material risks in line with Review of standards, policies and procedures
  • Monitor the effectiveness of critical controls and take corrective actions where required so that material risks are controlled
  • Successfully served as a Trustee member of the Vale Trust (Fundacão Vale)

Financial Accountant

BHP Billiton
Maputo
01.2007 - 06.2007
  • Supervised the payments and receivables function; Investigated and resolved discrepancies in monthly bank accounts while under tight deadlines; Collaborated extensively with auditors (audit processes); Successfully driving the interpretation of the IFRS and their application in the context of specific company transactions.

Management Accountant

BHP Billiton
Maputo
08.2002 - 12.2006
  • Drive the production planning and costing function including customisation of ERP system (SAP) to respond to needs/ specifications of the Aluminium Production cycle and finance reporting interface; Championing group reporting tools/ systems (Hyperion, EIS & AIMS) as well as leading the external reporting; Led cost reduction through efficiency and supported management in the implementation of improvement initiatives with a yearly target of 15% of annual budget; Facilitating the integration of risk management routines into the operation's business planning process
  • Provided training and drove process compliance.

Accounting Internship

AON MINET Insurance Brokers
Nairobi
02.2001 - 07.2001
  • Management of Insurance claims processes; handling of customer queries, and computerized maintenance of client's account; reconciliation and payments to insurers.

Teacher

Ministry of Education
Gaza Province
02.1996 - 06.1998
  • Taught Mathematics to grades 6-7
  • Established and enforced rules for behaviour and procedures for maintaining order among 4 classes of 37 students
  • Combined discipline plan with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration, participation, and progress student accountability
  • Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.

Timeline

Lead Risk and Compliance

South32
12.2018 - 01.2024

Lead Reporting and Governance

South32
05.2015 - 11.2018

Superintendent Community Relations

South32
04.2012 - 05.2015

Superintendent Finance, Governance and Risk

BHP Billiton
09.2010 - 04.2012

Senior Financial Analyst

VALE
07.2007 - 08.2010

Financial Accountant

BHP Billiton
01.2007 - 06.2007

Postgraduate Certificate Business Administration - Business Administration

Heriot-Watt University
01.2004 - 06.2005

Management Accountant

BHP Billiton
08.2002 - 12.2006

Accounting Internship

AON MINET Insurance Brokers
02.2001 - 07.2001

BBA - Finance And Banking

Africa Nazarene University
08.1998 - 05.2002

Teacher

Ministry of Education
02.1996 - 06.1998

Summary

Results-driven planning and operations management professional with exceptional analytical, problem solving, communication and leadership skills. Over 17 years dedicated to operational sustainability through effective governance, compliance, financial controls, internal audit, risk reduction programs, environmental advocacy and social performance. Successfully led crossfunctional teams through continuous improvement projects, strategy and business continuity plan (BCP) reviews, goal alignment, systems changes, and training. Proactiveness, integrity, resilience and persistent personality. Aspiring coach.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate Business Administration - Business Administration

Heriot-Watt University
United Kindom
01.2004 - 06.2005

BBA - Finance And Banking

Africa Nazarene University
Kenya
08.1998 - 05.2002

Skills

  • Risk Management Strategies
  • Governance and Assurance
  • Compliance Reviews
  • Compliance Reporting
  • Internal Controls and Audits
  • Risk Identification
  • Shareholder Relations
  • Complaint Management
  • Injury Investigations
  • Safety Requirements
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Operational Efficiency
  • Training and Development
  • Leadership and supervision
  • Process engineering
  • Project Management

Certification

  • Certified Operational Risk Manager

Work Availability

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Affiliations

Global Academy of Finance and Management

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimeContract Work

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Important To Me

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