Service Wide Vacancy - Service Wide

Deputy Director, Internal Audit

Position Overview

Deliver independent, efficient and effective Internal Audit Services in line with International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF) Standards, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Instructions, Regulatory guidelines and other best practices. Monitor and evaluate Audit work to ensure that it fulfills the general purpose and responsibilities approved by management as required by Section 80 of the Public Finance Management Act and Section 19 of the Audit and Exchequer Act. Operationalise strategic plans of Audit programmes for assignments, in conformity with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).

Responsibilities

Deliver independent, efficient and effective Internal Audit Services in line with International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF) Standards, Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Instructions, Regulatory guidelines and other best practices.
Monitor and evaluate Audit work to ensure that it fulfills the general purpose and responsibilities approved by management as required by Section 80 of the Public Finance Management Act and Section 19 of the Audit and Exchequer Act.
Operationalize strategic plans of Audit programmes for assignments, in conformity with the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA).
Analyze audit work (reports before issuance and distribution) to the Director/Head of Ministry, Auditor and Accountant Generals’ Offices.
Analyze audit replies and check compliance with standing Rules and Regulations and guide the interpretation of Treasury Instructions and Circulars.
Provide technical advice to the Accounting Officer on the strengthening of operating systems in the Ministry.
Provide professional advice to Audit staff and enforce conformity with standards of Internal Audit, Public Service Regulations & Procedures.
Prepare and assign Audit assignments to subordinates and recommend staff development training based on identified gaps to ensure adherence to Audit best practices and policies.

Qualifications

A Degree in Auditing, Accountancy or Finance and/or full qualification in any of the following: CIA, CA (Z), ZIPFA, CIS, CIMA or ACCA.
Must have at least 6 years’ audit experience as an Auditor.
Thorough knowledge of Public Service Accounting and Audit regulations and procedures as well as Public Finance Management System is a must.

Skills

Must be a technically proficient individual with sound understanding of Corporate Governance and compliance issues.
Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Good leadership and analytical skills.
Supervisory skills.
Ability to handle confidential information and to work under pressure.
Computer literacy.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Health insurance coverage.
Flexible work hours.
Professional development opportunities.
Fun team outings and events.