Oversee critical operational duties encompassing team leadership, project execution, and strategic planning to ensure organizational goals are met efficiently. Develop and implement policies and procedures that enhance productivity and maintain high performance standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for improvement and drive sustainable growth. Monitor progress through performance metrics, conducting regular reviews to assess team effectiveness and address any gaps. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous development while ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company policies. Manage resource allocation, budget oversight, and risk mitigation strategies to support long-term objectives. Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing clear communication and resolving escalated issues promptly.
Delivering Assurance and Advisory Services, which includes strategizing, overseeing implementation, and conducting thorough quality assessments, ensures that engagements meet the highest standards of accuracy and reliability.
Engage collaboratively in the formulation of IATA’s annual internal audit plan, with a risk-based approach that incorporates tailored insights relevant to each hub.
Lead all aspects of the planning of assigned audits and advisory engagements, including engagement-level risk assessments, determination of engagement objectives, scope and criteria.
Develop audit programs tailored to risk assessments for designated engagements, ensuring they are reviewed and approved.
Conduct engagement procedures and compile comprehensive documentation of completed work, ensuring high-quality deliverables that robustly support the attainment of specified audit objectives.
Craft comprehensive draft engagement reports of superior quality, incorporating client input and feedback seamlessly.
Conduct follow-up actions on agreed-upon measures in accordance with the scheduled timelines of audit recommendations.
Provide support in compiling reports for the Senior Management Team or the Audit, Finance, and Risk Committee.
Delivering expert advisory services autonomously upon receipt of approved requests.
Conduct special investigations as deemed necessary to address specific concerns or issues that arise.
Maintaining an Internal Audit function that consistently delivers high performance through continuous improvement and innovative practices is essential. This role requires a commitment to elevating audit quality, identifying opportunities for enhancement, and fostering creative solutions to address evolving business challenges.
Develop and execute the assurance approach and strategy consistently to maintain alignment and effectiveness.
Serve as the primary driver for multiple initiatives or efforts aimed at executing the Internal Audit enhancement strategy.
Uphold exceptional levels of work quality and stay abreast of emerging standards and best practices within the field.
Provide comprehensive administrative assistance to senior leadership, facilitating efficient operations and fostering professional development through targeted learning initiatives.
Maintain robust connections with clients and auditees across all hubs by cultivating and leveraging effective networking strategies.
Provide strategic guidance to senior leadership on enhancing the control framework and strengthening risk management practices.
Promote the dissemination of knowledge and best practices among team members.
Collaborate effectively with external auditors and other assurance providers to ensure seamless communication and alignment of objectives.
Handle additional responsibilities as assigned to ensure comprehensive support for all operational needs and project requirements.
Seeking a highly motivated professional with a minimum of three years of experience in a similar role, proficient in project management software, and possessing strong organizational and communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in a related field, experience leading cross-functional teams, and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget. Familiarity with industry-specific regulations and compliance standards is essential, along with the ability to analyze data and generate actionable insights.
The preferred applicant must possess:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, economics, or a related field is required.
Professional credentials in internal audit such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (COMA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) are required, along with accounting certifications like Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ARCA), or equivalent professional qualifications.
With a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible expertise, you will have led and executed a diverse range of internal audit engagements, including IT audits, ideally within a comparable international organization.
Proficiency in related fields such as enterprise risk management, risk assessment and mitigation, internal control evaluation, or information technology may also be deemed acceptable in place of direct audit experience.
Proven track record in leading and mentoring teams, coupled with expertise in talent development and staff management.
We seek candidates with a proven track record in developing processes aligned with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
Professional expertise in internal auditing standards and widely acknowledged frameworks encompassing risk management, control systems, and governance principles is required.
Professionals must possess hands-on experience with electronic audit work papers.
Demonstrated expertise in professional judgment and interpersonal communication to establish credibility, foster influence, and facilitate productive collaboration with diverse stakeholders, even in challenging or highly sensitive contexts.
Proven ability to perform diverse audit engagements across multiple stakeholder groups.
Demonstrates strong capability to perform effectively in high-pressure environments, meet stringent deadlines, and manage multiple concurrent tasks with efficiency and precision.
Demonstrate unwavering commitment to ethical principles, fostering confidence and honoring each individual with fairness, dignity, and steadfast integrity to cultivate a workplace that embraces inclusivity, diversity, and transparency.
Demonstrates strong proficiency in written and verbal communication, with the capacity to articulate ideas clearly, concisely, and with confidence in English.
Proficiency in French is a valuable asset for this role.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND , Professional Certificate
Experience Required
10 years
