Internal Auditor – The African Capacity Building Foundation
The Foundation seeks to recruit an Internal Auditor whose specific responsibilities will among others include:
1. Undertake audits/special reviews at the Foundation and Projects with respect to all phases of the audit process including preparing risk-based audits/review programs, consolidating the results of the audit in accordance with IAD Standards.
2. Document, evaluate and test systems and controls at the Foundation and Projects to determine their adequacy and effectiveness
3. Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and accounting management systems.
4. Review the implementation and performance of financial and management systems in order to assess reliability in respect of producing accurate accounts and records of transaction.
5. Develop and discuss findings, agree on recommendations and timelines for corrective action with responsible officers of audited activities; Monitor the implementation status of such recommendations.
6. Draft audit assignments reports for organization-wide sharing including to Senior Management and the Audit and Risk Committee of the Executive Board
7. Support Head, Internal Audit in preparing quarterly and annual reports for the Executive Board, Audit and Risk Committee meetings.
8. Translate into French and/or proofread all relevant documents/reports of the Internal Audit department which are submitted to audit clients and other users.
Selection Criteria
Selection will be on a competitive basis and the following minimum qualifications, experience and competencies are required:
1. Education: Advanced University degree in Auditing, Accounting, Finance, or related field with a financial orientation and a recognized professional certification such as ACCA, CPA, CIA or CFE.
2. Experience: A minimum of six years’ experience in a similar position preferably with an international organization. Strong experience in handling technical accounting and financial reporting issues. Experience in internal audit, external audit or compliance review, exposure to internal control framework like COSO will be an advantage
3. Language proficiency: Excellent English and French Language Skills.
Core Competencies
- Planning and organizing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Communication
- Respect for organizational, intercultural and ethical values
- Learning and Innovation
Functional Skills and Knowledge
2. Strong analytical, creative thinking and problem solving skills;
3. Ability to interact with officials at the highest levels during audit assignments.
4. Excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written, proven ability to clearly and concisely prepare, present and discuss findings and recommendations.
5. Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively and harmoniously in a multi-cultural environment;
6. Ability to cope with multiple tasks; willingness and ability to travel extensively, at times to difficult locations.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications, quoting the reference “Internal Auditor/04/17,” including curriculum vitae with three (3) referees should be received at the email address below by 19 March 2017.
Address:
The Executive Secretary
The African Capacity Building Foundation
P.O. Box 1562
HARARE, Zimbabwe
E-mail: Recruitment@acbf-pact.org
Only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted.
QUALIFIED FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION.
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