African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) Job for an Internal Audit Head
The African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is a Network of public
health training institutions in Africa that seeks to strengthen manpower
to enhance health systems on the continent. AFENET is a not-for-profit
organization which works closely with Ministries of Health in member
countries to develop sustainable programs and capacity to strengthen
field epidemiology and ensure healthier lives for Africans.
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET) is recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Head Internal Audit
Location: AFENET Secretariat - Kampala
Role
- Responsible for the Internal Audit function; establishing and strengthening internal controls and compliance
Key Responsibilities
- Co-ordinate the development and implementation of the formal risk management and internal control framework for the network
- Contribute to the organization’s strategic initiatives to accomplish organization’s objectives through the audit function
- Lead the development and implementation of an effective
compliance and internal audit structure including internal control
policies and procedures.
- Establish risk-based plans to determine the internal audit activity’s priorities.
- Provide technical advice to the Organization’s Board, management team and the entire network on audit matters.
- Perform special investigations on any matters risky to the
organization’s functionality to logical conclusion and offer guidance on
mitigation.
- Draw reports on engagement observations and make recommendations
for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations and
reducing cost.
- In-charge of monitoring and coordinating the implementation of
the annual audit plan, as approved; including as appropriate any special
tasks or projects requested by management and the finance and audit
committee.
- Keep the Finance and Audit committee informed of emerging trends and successful practices in internal auditing.
- In charge of external audit scheduling and offer guidance to the
Board and management on implementation of recommendations and
corrective action.
- Monitor and coordinate the implementation of the annual plan as
approved, including as appropriate any special tasks or projects
requested by the Board’s Finance and Audit committee.
- Offer guidance on conduct of reviews of assigned organisational and functional activities.
- To evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over those activities.
- To determine whether organisational units are performing their
planning, accounting, custodial, risk management or control activities
in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of
policy and procedures and in a manner consistent with both
organisational objectives and high standards of administrative practice.
Required Experience and Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting
- Possession of CISA certification is an added advantage
- Have strong track record in internal audit, fraud investigations and evaluation of systems and procedures.
- Knowledge of practical use of financial accounting soft wares like SUN systems is a preferred advantage.
- Master's degree in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
- At least 8 years of experience in internal audit function working with reputable organizations
- Experience with NGOs is a preferred advantage.
- A certified member of ACCA, CPA or CIA.
Benefits
AFENET offers a competitive remuneration package to the successful candidate.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should submit their Resume, Application letter, and relevant documentation to:
The Administration & Human Resource Office,
African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET),
Uganda.
Or
Send to:
[email protected]
Note: Only successful candidates shall be contacted for an interview.
Application Deadline 5:30pm (EAT); Friday, 15th July, 2016.