Auditor (Email for applications: auditorsiaioa@ecowas.int)
26 Dec, 2018| JOB TITLE | Auditor | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| INSTITUTION | Auditor General | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| GRADE | P3/P4 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ANNUAL SALARY | 23724 UA – 28590 UA | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| AGENCY | N/A | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DEPARTEMENT | N/A | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DIRECTORATE | Internal Audit | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DIVISION | Internal Auditor (Commission + Agencies) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| LINE SUPERVISOR | Principal Internal Auditor Commission + Agencies | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SUPERVISING | N/A | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| ROLE OVERVIEW
Implement comprehensive internal audit programs covering all risks relating to the applicable areas of intervention and in line with applicable professional standards, guidelines and planning.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES · Execute and improve of the institution’s governance through offering valuable input to Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) and other risk management tools. · Execute and positively contribute to the performance of risk-based audit activities on the ECOWAS institutions and Agencies as will be instructed. · Prepare, document audit process, present objective reports that reflect audit results, make reasonable and objective recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed and monitor management’s response and implementation. · Assist in the coordination of audit activities as per the Internal Audit Charter and Internal Audit Manual. · Ensure the timely completion of internal audit engagements. · Record, compile and summarise all findings related to audit programs in audit files for review by a supervisor. · Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions. · Improve or adapt as needed audit programs in accordance with the annual audit plan. · Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards · Ensure that professional internal auditing standards are followed. · Maintain healthy working relationships with managers at all levels. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education: · First degree or equivalent degree in business administration, finance, accounting or related field is required. A master’s degree will be an advantage. · Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent from a university of recognized standing. · Bachelors Degree in a finance, commerce or related field. Experience: · A minimum of Five (05) years of progressively responsible professional experience in audit, finance or related area is required. · Proven and hands-on experience in public sector auditing. · Very good practical knowledge of SAP. · Knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable financial rules and procedures. · Knowledge and experience of auditing in an ERP environment (SAP for instance) and using specialized IT audit applications. ECOWAS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 5.1 Citizenship and age · Must be a citizen of any country in the ECOWAS Community · The maximum age for the recruitment in a professional position is 50 years old. This rule does not apply to existing employees. 5.2 Languages · Proficient in oral and written languages of French, English or Portuguese and a working knowledge of a second language. Applications should be sent to: auditorsiaioa@ecowas.int
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