URBRA Manager Internal Audit Jobs in Uganda

URBRA Manager Internal Audit Jobs in Uganda

Job Purpose

To head and provide expert advice on formulation and review of internal audit policies; oversee implementation, appraise management systems and practices to ensure efficient and effective utilization of the Authority’s resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

Design and implement internal audit policies, procedures, plans, programs in line with the URBRA objectives and strategic plan;

Develop and review the internal audit charter and ensure that it clearly establishes appropriate reporting lines that facilitate engagement with the leadership team, the Board and other stakeholders;

Objectively assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance and management of risks, giving evidence-based opinions on all aspects of governance, risk management and internal controls;

Lead Internal Audit’s annual risk assessment and planning process to develop annual risk-based audit plan and monitor its implementation and compliance to appropriate standards and methodologies as per the Authority objectives;

Champion best practice in governance and guide on responses to emerging risks and proposed developments;

Review and disseminate quarterly reports to Senior Management and the Board ensuring that the reports are clear, concise, identify root causes with practical recommendations and ultimately provide value to the Authority;

Lead the internal audit team in conducting on spot and special Internal Audit assignments.

Ensure that internal audit’s work is risk-based and aligned to the organization’s strategic objectives and provide support to the external audit and any other special audits;

Assess implementation of audit recommendations both internal and external;

Review and update the corporate risk register.

Contribute to the development of the overall strategy of the Authority

Develop capacity building strategies and develop a team of high performing Internal Audit staff who possess outstanding knowledge, experience, ethics and integrity; and

Oversee routine and ad hoc operations of the internal audit function and ensure efficient and effective management of

the department resources.

Minimum Qualifications

Honors Bachelor’s Degree in either Finance; or Accounting; or Commerce; or Business Administration; with a bias in Accounting from a recognized institution.

Master’s Degree in any of the above fields, from a recognized institution.

Full professional qualification in Accountancy obtained from a recognized institution.

Must be a registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Desirable qualifications

Professional qualification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Minimum Experience

Minimum 7 (seven) years relevant working experience, 4 (four) of which must have been at Senior Officer level or equivalent level in Government or its equivalent in a reputable organization in Audit work.

Competencies

Technical

Audit Strategy and Planning

Risk, Control and Governance

Audit Reporting

Analytical and problem-solving skills

ICT proficiency

Behavioral

Ethics and Integrity

Confidentiality

Innovativeness

Decision Making and Problem Solving

Excellent oral and written communication skills;

Excellent interpersonal skills

Results and team oriented

Leadership Skills

Mentoring and coaching

Time management

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the above requirements should submit applications complete with an application letter, CV (include names, address and daytime contacts of three referees) and copies of academic certificates by email to recruitment@urbra.go.ug

The above documents should be attached to the email as one PDF document. Applications should ONLY have the position name in the subject line.

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