IAIG also leads investigations into reports of misconduct, such as mismanagement, fraud, corruption, retaliation on whistle-blowers, abuse of authority, harassment, violation or wilful disregard of UNOPS regulations, rules and other administrative instructions that involve UNOPS personnel, contractors and other applicable persons. The incumbent reports to the Director, Internal Audit and Investigation Group.
Functional Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Director, IAIG, and under the guidance
of the Senior Internal Auditor, conduct internal audits to evaluate the
adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in accordance with IIA
Standards and UNOPS policies and procedures. This involves financial,
operational, performance and compliance audits, as well as the following
related activities:
Contributing to the annual audit risk assessment;
Developing audit workplans, conducting audit field work and preparing
reports for issue to management which are clear, concise and as per IIA Standards;
Preparing working papers and, where appropriate, review those of other
team members;
Communicating orally and in writing audit results to management and
making presentations to management is required;
Undertaking frequent, and at times extended, missions to UNOPS offices,
including to areas with hazardous working conditions. Travel requirements are
estimated at approximately 30% of the time with field missions lasting from 2-3
weeks.
Monitoring the status of audit recommendations and asses adequacy of
action taken thereon by management;
Reviewing project agreements with regard to audit clauses;
Reviewing the terms of reference as well as reports received from
outsourced auditors;
Helping manage long term agreements with audit firms for outsourced
project audits.
Identifying recurring and systemic issues in audit reports, as well as
lessons learned. Support preparation of reports to audit committees and other
bodies;
Contributing to the ongoing development of professional practices and
knowledge management within IAIG and for oneself, including internal and
external quality assessments of the internal audit function;
Undertaking quality assurance of IAIG audit reports to ensure that the
final audit reports adhere to editorial requirements;
Performing other related duties as required, such as advisory services,
forensic and special audits
Abides
by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the
UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.
Competencies
Core Values and Ethics: demonstrates
integrity and fairness, display cultural and gender sensitivity, shows strong
corporate commitment and complies with United Nations code of conduct.
Teamwork: Ability to work in
a team and to lead team based activities, embraces extra responsibility, build
team morale and consensus.
Task Management Skills:
produces timely, quality outputs, exercises sound judgment/analysis, develops
creative solutions and able to handle multiple tasks.
Communications: speaks and
writes clearly and convincingly, has good presentation skills, listens actively
and responds effectively, including ability to defend and explain difficult
issues and positions to staff including senior officials.
Building and Sharing Knowledge:
actively builds deep knowledge, makes valuable contributions, applies existing
knowledge to work and provides advice and support to others.
Learning: provides
constructive coaching and feedback, acts as long-term mentor for others and
acts on personal development plan.
Leadership: Demonstrated innovative technical leadership
by performing and/or overseeing the analysis of complex audit policy and
programme issues, and leading, coordinating and managing multiple audit teams
working on concurrent projects/activities.
Managing Performance: Strong
managerial/supervisory skills; Ability to establish, plan and encourage performance, and coordinate and monitor work of others; delegate
appropriate responsibility, accountability
and decision-making authority.
Professional: Demonstrated
ability to use the following tools:
Microsoft office suite
Electronic audit management software (e. g. TeamMate)
Computer assisted audit techniques (e. g. IDEA)
Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e. g. Oracle/PeopleSoft)
Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education:
Master’s degree in finance, accounting, audit, economics, business management, commerce or related fields is required. Chartered Accountant or Certified Practising Account (CPA).
Additional 2 years of relevant work experience in combination with professional auditing certification (e. g. IIA) and relevant Bachelor’s degree, may be accepted in lieu of a Master’s degree.
Experience:
Minimum 5 years of internal audit or other directly relevant experience. Significant experience with internal auditing practices; tools and techniques; and the assessment of management systems and practices, financial and internal controls, and utilization of resources is required. Experience with an international audit firm or supreme audit institution is desirable. Knowledge of IPSAS and general accounting principles is an asset. Candidates with Bachelor's degree should have two more years of relevant experience in addition to the above.
Languages:
Fluency in oral and written English required. Knowlege of French or Spanish desirable.
Professional certifications:
Any of the following certifications are desirable: National Audit Certification (CPA, CA etc), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner.
How to apply: read the vacancy details shown aboveif you feel that this vacancy is suitable for you read the full details by clicking "View Full Details" buttonfollow the instructions shown in that new pagePlease note that each vacancy has its own eligibility requirements and method to apply.View the original article here
This post was made using the Auto Blogging Software from WebMagnates.org This line will not appear when posts are made after activating the software to full version.
No comments:
Post a Comment