REPORTING Group Audit Risk and Compliance Director
JOB GROUP/GRADE C3
DIRECTORATE/UNIT Internal Audit, Global Fund TB & Malaria Programme
PHYSICAL LOCATION Amref Health Africa Headquarter
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB
To assist in review and audit of systems, projects and programmes to ensure the promotion of good stewardship of resources consistent with the purposes for which the funds were given.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES MAIN TASKS
Systems evaluation
Conducting audits to assess the effectiveness of internal controls, accuracy of financial records, and efficiency of Global Fund TB & Malaria Grant operations using professional audit standards and practices.
Assisting in evaluating and testing systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness and recommending remedial action wherein gaps have been identified
Documenting, evaluating and testing systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness to ensure
Compliance with policies and procedures;
Accomplishment of management’s objectives
Reliability and integrity of information;
Economic use of resources; and
Safeguarding assets.
Analysing data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in internal controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud, and noncompliance with country laws, government regulations, and management policies or procedures.
Inspecting systems to determine their efficiency and protective value in the recording and management of organization resources.
Carrying out reviews to identify discrepancies of information and/or documentation for the purpose of reaching resolution, ensuring accuracy of data and complying with established procedures.
Technical
Support/conducting Audits
Assisting with information gathering and analysis for the annual internal audit risk assessment and audit planning process of Global Fund TB & Malaria Grant operations
Perform audits under the direction of the team leaders and in compliance with the IIA’s International Professional Practices
Framework (IPPF) (i.e. standards for performance of internal auditing work). Perform audits of operations functions and projects from planning through to report issuance.
Issue pre-audit announcement letters, gather pre-audit documentation, perform audit-specific risk assessment, develop audit program, conduct audit tests, develop draft reports reflecting results of testing, engage management in discussion of findings and obtain management action plan, and finalize report for review
Conducting special audits and investigations
Conducting compliance reviews of organisation records to ensure compliance with government statutory requirements in areas including but not limited to taxation laws, employment law and any other applicable requirements.
Monitoring the implementation of audit findings and recommendations in Global Fund TB & Malaria Grant
Performing work as part of investigation of allegations of fraud, waste or abuse in Global Fund TB & Malaria Grant.
Establishing and ensuring management of a risk-register in Global
Fund TB & Malaria Grant is regularly updated
Developing and discussing findings; coming to agreement on recommendations and timelines for corrective actions with responsible officers of operations audited and monitoring the implementation status of agreed recommendations
Inventory Management Verifying organisation assets against the asset register and their effective and efficient utilisation.
Reviewing year-end inventory balances
Reporting Preparing audit reports based on findings
Developing periodic reporting on status of implementation of audit recommendations
Compliance Carrying out reviews of organization records to ensure compliance with Government statutory requirements in areas including but not limited to taxation laws, employment law and any other applicable local requirements.
Ensure compliance with policies, procedures and plans.
Reviewing the current project policies, procedures and systems in place to ensure effective internal controls
Researching and keeping abreast of legislative issues, new audit regulations/trends and audit methodology.
Familiarisation with Amref Health Africa In Kenya’s relationship with donors, including Global Fund TB & Malaria guidelines and principles
Information Management Maintaining database of communications and evidence regarding follow-up activities and actions
5 REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
5.1 Education and knowledge
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
Certified with relevant professional body such as CPA, ACCA, CIA or CISA
Ability to work with diverse groups including a variety of personality types
Ability to review and analyze financial records, financial reports and statements.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Experience
At least 3 years in auditing
Experience in audit and/or grant management of Global Fund will be an added advantage
Experience in audit of USG and EC grants
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Sensitivity in culturally diverse environments
Skills
Auditing Skills
Problem solving skills
Excellent communications skills
Good interpersonal skills
Proficiency in ICT
Detail oriented
Competences
Analytical, strategic
High Integrity/ethics, commitment and respect for diversity
Confidentiality
Meeting deadlines and schedules
Interested? Please visit our website www.amref.org to view the full JD. You will be directed to our online portal where you will need to create an account successfully in order for you to be able to submit your application. Deadline for submission: 28 May 2021. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Duly note that Amref Health Africa does not require applicants to pay any money at whatever stage of the recruitment and selection process and have not retained any agent in connection with recruitment.
Amref Health Africa is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Amref is an equal opportunity employer and has a non-smoking.
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amref.org
