Duties and responsibilities
1. Audit Planning & Execution
 Lead the planning and execution of internal audit assignments according to the annual audit plan.
 Conduct risk assessments and develop audit objectives based on identified risks and business processes.
 Analyze and evaluate accounting documents, preparing reports that reflect audit results and document the process.

2. Internal Controls Evaluation
 Assess the design and operational effectiveness of internal controls.
 Identify control deficiencies and recommend improvements to mitigate risks.
 Identify and assess areas of significant business risk, internal controls and corporate governance processes.
 Collaborate with management to develop acceptable solutions to mitigate identified risk.
3. Data Analysis
 Utilize data analytics techniques to identify trends, anomalies, and potential areas of risk.
 Collaborate with IT audit specialists to assess the effectiveness of IT controls.
4. Reporting
 Prepare comprehensive audit reports outlining findings, conclusions, and recommendations for management.
 Present audit findings to stakeholders, including management and the audit committee.
 Coordinating with external auditors to ensure proper audit coverage and avoid duplication of efforts.
5. Follow-Up
 Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions.
 Evaluate the effectiveness of corrective actions taken in response to audit findings.
6. Advisory Role
 Provide advisory services to management on internal control enhancements and risk management practices.
 Stay informed about industry trends, regulations, and best practices relevant to internal audit.
7. Team Leadership & Development
 Mentor and train junior audit staff to enhance their skills and professional development.

 Support the audit team in executing audits efficiently and effectively.
8. Compliance Assurance
 Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.
 Assist in the preparation and review of internal audit processes and methodologies.
 Planning and performing financial and operational audits to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
 Maintaining updated knowledge of laws, regulations, and industry best practices and ensure the organization’s adherence to these.
Risk Management:
 Identify and effectively manage organizational risks in order to maximize achievement of organizational objectives
 Manage the process of identifying organization key risk areas including identification of emerging risks
 Oversee the process of conducting annual organization-wide risk assessments to measure the likelihood and impact of identified risks, i.e., developing parameters, methods, and tools for evaluating, categorizing, and prioritizing risks- likelihood, risk consequence, and thresholds to trigger management action.
 Assist in the development of the organization’s risk mitigation strategy/ plan, proposing appropriate controls including the scope of management and other individual accountability and a monitoring plan, to ensure the implementation of the strategy/ plan.
 Responsible for preparing and submitting quarterly reports to the Board on risk management issues including the risk register and on emerging risks.
 Send quarterly updates to senior management on the implementation of organizational risk management strategy/ plan.
9. Assisting in the investigation of suspected fraudulent activities within the organization and recommending appropriate action.
10. Perform any other duty as may be assigned.

Person Specifications
Academic & Professional Qualifications
 Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.
 Masters ‘degree preferred
 Relevant professional certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CPA, CISA) is strongly desired and preferred.
 Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants or a relevant professional body

Experience
 Minimum of 5 years of experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk management.
 At least three years must be in Audit (Public or private institutions), two of which should be at a Managerial or senior supervisory level. Experience in accredited audit firms and/or in a Non-Governmental organization is preferred
 Experience in a senior role within an internal audit function is highly desirable.