Internal Auditor
About the organization
The World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF) is an independent research institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 34 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America.
We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
Main purpose of the job
The Internal Auditor, under the leadership of the Head of Internal Audit will carry out a comprehensive programme of internal auditing with the aim of bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, internal control systems and governance processes at ICRAF.
Responsibilities
1. Internal Audit Policy Implementation
- Ensure
internal audit activity is in accordance with set policies and procedures.
- Execute
audits of internal controls and Centre activities in accordance with audit
programmes.
- Uphold
the highest professional standards and compliance with the guidelines of
the Institute of Internal Auditors.
2. Conducting Audits
- Review
activities and programmes to ensure that they are being conducted in a
manner that efficiently and effectively meets the objectives of the
Centre.
- Monitor
the effectiveness of the risk management function and assist in the
continuous development of the same.
- Examine
the effectiveness of all levels of management in the stewardship of the
Centre’s resources and their compliance with established policies and
procedures.
- Assess
and advise on the adequacy of the operating and existing policies and
procedures.
- Review
the effectiveness of internal control systems put in place by management
and recommend improvements where necessary.
- Review
and report on the Centre’s compliance with various legal frameworks.
- Ensure
adequate and secure filing of the Internal Audit Working Papers.
- Carry
out special audits, investigations or other related audit tasks as
directed by the Head of Internal Audit.
3. Reporting
- Manage
auditee/client needs and expectations. Assist in the preparation of a
risk-based annual audit plan to be presented to the Director General and
the Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees for their review and
approval.
- Prepare
formal, coherent, concise and timely written audit reports on the audit
findings, observations and practical recommendations for areas requiring
improvements.
- Manage
the Internal Audit web page and upload useful and relevant content that
would be beneficial to general users and the unit as well. Ensure this
remains relevant and up-to-date.
4. Unit Administration
- Manage
the audit timesheets and advise on time overruns/savings to ensure
effective time management, forming the basis of subsequent internal audit
work plans.
- Select,
coach, supervise and appraise temporary staff/interns as and when the unit
requires their services.
- Monitor
and report on the unit budget to the Head of Internal Unit.
- Manage
the resources of the unit.
- Perform
any other administrative duties as assigned by the Head of Internal Audit.
Qualifications and experience
- University
level academic qualification in Accounting, Finance or related fields.
- Professional
qualifications in Internal Auditing, Accounting and Financial Management
(CIA, CPA or ACCA or equivalent).
- Information
Systems Auditing qualifications (CISA, CISM, or equivalent) are highly
desirable.
- Experience
in auditing is a perquisite with at least 5 years total experience in
planning, conducting and reporting on audits and investigations.
- Sound
knowledge of internal control and risk management frameworks and concepts.
- Good
understanding of the ethical framework for internal auditors in relation
to workplaces.
- Highly
developed analytical skills.
- Very
good skills in written and verbal communication in English. Should have
proven ability to prepare and present clear, logical and succinct written
reports and correspondence.
- Ability
to work well in a team.
- Very
good interpersonal skills, including the ability to work harmoniously in a
multicultural environment.
Terms of offer
We offer a collegial, diverse and gender-sensitive working environment, and we strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This is a National position and is remunerated on local terms. The appointment will be for an initial period of three (3) years, subject to a six (6) months’ probation period.
How to apply
Prepare:
- A
cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position, and your
salary expectations.
- Detailed
and up-to-date curriculum vitae.
- Names
and addresses of three referees, including telephone numbers and email
addresses, and fax details, if available.
All correspondence will be via email only addressed to the Human
Resources Unit, World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF): icrafhru@cgiar.org.
Applicants should indicate “Internal Auditor” on their email
submissions.
Applications will be considered until Friday, 26 April 2013.
Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above requirements will be contacted.
To learn more about us, visit our website: www.worldagroforestry.org