Director of Internal Audit
Job Title:
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Director of Internal Audit
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Reports to
- The Board of Directors
- Chief Executive Officer (Administratively)
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Grade:
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BD 3
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Department:
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N/A
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Direct Reports
v Operations Auditor
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Section:
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N/A
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Unit:
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Internal Audit
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Job Purpose:
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To evaluate overall Company’ activities and give assurance of adequate control measures within departments/units.
The role holder will also be responsible for planning and conducting audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls based on an approved annual risk-based audit plan in line with approved Charter, regulatory and supervisory requirements, and expectations.
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Key Responsibilities and Job Dimensions
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Key Responsibilities
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- Develop audit strategies and protocols for all areas of audit in accordance with the risk-based approach and audit methodology.
- Ensure compliance with acceptable audit standards in mitigation of business and operational risks.
- Manage audit protocols and audit risk planning and assessment.
- Demonstrate through knowledge and understanding of risk, control, and auditing methodologies.
- Prepare formal written reports, providing assurances on the adequacy and effectiveness of controls and the efficiency with which activities are carried out.
- Report audit findings, and to make pragmatic and practical recommendations to address any weaknesses identified.
- Determine the critical areas of risk and appraise their significance in relation to operational and strategic factors and make recommendations to reduce risk and add value.
- Appraise the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions.
- Coordinate and facilitate external audit exercises.
- Develop and maintain productive client and staff relationships, through individual contacts and group meetings.
- Conduct fraud investigations for the organization (where necessary).
- Perform consulting services for management through participation in projects designed to introduce new and/or changing processes, products, or facilities.
- Lead in development of the BDF’s annual audit plan.
- Manage performance of audit assignments, review workpapers and audit reports; edit reports prepared by other auditors.
- Schedule and plan audits; initiate project planning, assess risk and develop audit direction.
- Deliver on performance requirements as defined in the departments’ strategy map, balanced scorecard, and Personal Scorecard/development plan.
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Decision Making/ Job Influence
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The role makes decisions for the department/ function on strategy development, review and implementation, scheduling and allocating duties and giving timelines for staff, performance management and allocation of resources.
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Working Conditions
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The role works under normal working conditions.
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Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
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Academic Qualifications
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- Master’s Degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or any other business related field or any other relevant qualification.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business management, Finance and Accounting or any other relevant qualification.
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Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
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- Have certification in either CIA,CPA or ACCA is an added advantage/ preferred.
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Previous relevant work experience required
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- The role requires to have served as a internal audit officer for a minimum period of 5 year(s).
- The role requires at least 7 year(s) of cumulative relevant experience.
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Functional Skills:
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Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
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- Knowledge of Internal Auditing Techniques and Standards
- Knowledge of Computer Assisted Auditing software
- Analytical skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
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- Integrity
- Confidentiality
- Investigative
- Attention to details
- Procedural
- Risk conscious
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How to apply: Please submit your application letter with Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, Employment certificates, copies of Identity card, and contact details of three references to Info@bdf.rw or Hard Copies to BDF Office Reception as one (1) document, at M. Peace Plaza, 5th Floor, attention to Chief Executive Officer not later than Thursday 8th August 2024 at 11:00 AM.
NB: Email subject should indicate Position title. BDF will contact only those who will be shortlisted.
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