IGAD Senior Internal Auditor

Introduction

Intergovernmental Authority on Development, a Regional Economic Community of the African Union, has received some assistance from the USAID and other development partners towards the development and implementation of the Drought Disaster Resilience and initiative. As part of the agenda for establishing the coordinating mechanism for the initiative - the Drought Resilience and Sustainability Platform, IGAD will apply part of the funds towards strengthening institutional development and capacity building efforts to ensure that the requisite skills and support structures are in place that IGAD will play its expected role in providing leadership to the initiative. The purpose of this advert is to invite skilled personnel from the IGAD region who ably satisfy the attached criteria and competences to apply for the available posts that are expected to contribute substantially to the Drought resilience agenda in the region." It is important to note that IGAD is a equal opportunity employer and women and young candidates are especially encouraged to apply. Canvassing will lead to a disqualification without further reference to the applicant.

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Internal Auditor
Job Group: Professional
Duty Station: IGAD Secretariat Djibouti
Accountable to: Head Internal Audit
Deadline: September 25, 2012

I. Overall Purpose

Advise management on the compliance with the internal controls existing and any changes that may be required to enhance accountability, transparency, effectiveness and efficiency of IGAD and IGAD Specialized institutions.

Carry out regular risk assessments of the organizational strategies and operational plans and ensure compliance with best practices in mitigating the assessed risks. Make recommendations to management and the Chief Internal Auditor on how to improve systems and processes in the organization with a view of improving efficiency and effectiveness of delivery of the key mandates and objectives of the organization. Assist the Head Internal Auditor in making audit plans and their implementation for all the operational areas of IGAD including satellite stations. Provide independent and objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve IGAD‟s operations and performance.

II. Core Duties and Responsibilities

1. Overall implementation of the Audit Plans designed agreed with the Chief Internal Auditor (CIA/Head of Audit at IGAD) in accordance with the auditing standards and as per audit manual procedures,
2. Carry out quarterly reviews of the planned audit areas (financial, strategic plans and program activities) Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over those operations.
3. Evaluate whether different divisions and satellite and specialized institutions are performing their planning, accountability, risk management and control activities in compliance with applicable policies and procedures in a manner that is consistent with the IGAD’S mission and regulatory frameworks.
4. Assist/participate in the preparation of annual audit plan including risk based audit programs and in consultation with head of Internal Audit and respective divisions and offices.
5. Engagement of the auditees and ensuring proper communication of audit observations and attendant risks.
6. Make Reports quarterly on audit assignments to the CIA and ensuring proper closure of audit assignments on a quarterly basis.
7. Conduct periodic internal audit of IGAD’s systems, policies, processes and procedures.
8. Carry out special investigations and any other assignments as required by management and or Audit Committee of the Council.
9. Coordinate and liaise with external auditors during the annual audit

III. Minimum Qualifications and Experience

a. At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting or other relevant field.
b. A professional qualification: CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA or equivalent is a must (minimum level 2 qualifications are required).
c. At least 8 years of audit experience in a busy environment in a member state public sector, regional and/or international organization or a private sector or civil society setting
d. Computer literacy and especially familiarity with common accounting and auditing software
e. Ability to work under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality is crucial;
f. Demonstrated ability to make recommendations and use independent judgment;
g. Ability to interact and collaborate with professionals at all levels within and external to the organization;
h. Excellent written and oral communication skills including the ability to communicate and generate reports effectively
i. Experience in at least two IGAD member states will be an added advantage
j. Proficiency in English is a must and French will be added advantage

IV How to Apply

1. Send your Applications to the Following Addresses:
Division, Administration & Finance
IGAD Secretariat
P.O.Box 2653
Tel: 253 354050
Fax: (253) 356994,353520
E-mail: hr@igad.int

2. In the Subject line, please write: Ref: HR1204. Senior Internal Auditor