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Manager Internal Audit
POSITION: Manager Internal Audit
LOCATION: Kampala, Uganda
EMPLOYMENT TIME: Full-time
EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
TRAVEL REQUIRED: 30%
REPORTING TO: Director of Finance
Job Description
The Manager Internal Audit will be responsible for providing an independent, objective evaluation of the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance /compliance processes of the Organization and to make recommendations for improvement where necessary. In addition, He/S will be Responsible for planning and leading audit assignments within the organization’s operations. The job holder is expected to leverage his/her knowledge of audit to lead the execution of operations audits while documenting findings in a manner that is consistent with Audit’s standards and recommending corrective action relating to internal controls and processes that might not be effective or lacking.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Manage and conduct performance, operational, financial, IT, and compliance audit assignments within the organization using a risk-based approach to support achieving organizational objectives.
- Assist in building and developing the Internal Audit department, including hiring, training, and supervising internal audit staff.
- Develop audit plans with defined scope, objectives, expected outcomes, and timelines.
- Ensure compliance with Raising the Village’s standard operating procedures, manuals, and ethical/professional requirements.
- Conduct scheduled audits, non-scheduled audits, and fraud investigations. Analyze issues, identify outcomes, and draft reports with recommendations to improve internal controls, operating efficiency, and compliance. Present findings to management for appropriate action.
- Prepare the internal audit plan and submit it to the Finance Director for review and approval.
- Review completed audit projects’ working papers to ensure sufficient and reliable evidence is gathered for reporting.
- Collaborate with department managers and leads to review and enhance the organization’s policy manuals and procedures.
- Prepare a monthly summary report for all completed audits.
- Identify risk areas and communicate them to the Finance Director every month.
- Provide consulting services to management and staff.
- Maintain compliance with professional, ethical standards and The IIA’s (The Institute of Internal Auditors) standards throughout internal audit activities.
- Ensure all business processes in the organization are risk-management compliant, including assessing areas for compliance with relevant laws and evaluating the effectiveness of implemented controls.
- Perform any other tasks assigned by management.
- Maintain open communication with management and the audit committee.
- Ensure timely compliance with all regulatory requirements from bodies such as FIA, URA, and NGO Bureau.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce/ Business Administration or any other related field.
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, ACCA.
- At least 5 years of experience in Internal Audit Department with an NGO, Public and/or International Organization
- Knowledge of the techniques, tests, and sampling methods involved in conducting audits and the requirements of auditing standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to schedule and direct the activities of other staff in accomplishing the goals of the department and review work in progress and upon completion.
- Good knowledge of Human Resource Management principles and practice.
- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Report writing skills
Application Process
To apply, please submit your application by August 24, 2023.
Raising The Village is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We highly encourage women candidates to apply.
