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POSITION: HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT
Organisation;PACE UGANDA
Duty station: PACE Head Office –Kampala
Reports to: Audit and Finance Committee (PACE Board)
Background Information;
Program for Accessible health, Communication and Education (PACE) is a
Ugandan indigenous health organization leading solutions in the health market
through the private sector. We deploy social marketing approaches to measurably
improve the health of Ugandans. PACE is looking for professionals with the
passion to advance development programs in the areas of Malaria, HIV/AIDS,
Reproductive Health, Child Survival and Maternal & Child Health.
For more information, please visit www.pace.org.ug You will join a dedicated and
dynamic team of personnel located at various parts of the country. Readiness to
travel or be based in one of PACE’s regional office will be necessary. You will
be someone who values Innovation and Creativity, Open Communication and
Teamwork, Transparency and Accountability, Speed and Efficiency, and
Recognition and Reward.
Job summary:
Objectively assess and provide assurance on the efficiency and
effectiveness of internal controls, investigate stakeholder concerns and
provide additional review and consultancy services to help the organization
achieve its objectives and bring a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate
and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance
processes.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Develop, maintain, and review policies and procedures to support
internal audit, whistle blowing and risk management processes.
2. Perform a comprehensive platform risk assessment and prepare an annual
risk based internal audit plan to provide management and other stakeholders
with assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls.
3. Conduct internal audits in accordance with the annual risk based plan;
communicate findings and recommendations for improvement.
4. Receive and evaluate whistle blower complaints, management concerns and
conduct investigative or special reviews to highlight exceptions and recommend
corrective action.
5. Track the implementation of the agreed internal audit (including Global
Internal audit) recommendations with senior management, department managers and
staff.
6. Prepare, submit and present periodic board summaries of the major audit
issues, risks facing PACE and the management actions taken to address them.
7. Prepare and Conduct compliance/internal control training for partners
and staff on internal controls, risk management, policies and procedures, laws
and regulations.
8. Provide advice and input to senior management and staff on risk
management, internal controls, donor and regulatory compliance, to support the
development of internal controls, policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration.
Professional Accounting or Auditing qualifi cations with a recognized body like
ACCA, CPA, CISA, CIA. Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors Uganda
will be an added advantage.
Experience:
A minimum of 8 years experience in internal and external audit, finance,
risk management in an international NGO, reputable commercial organization or
institution.
Key personal competences
• Leadership skills to provide authoritative guidance to functional
business area representatives.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all
levels of management and across all business units.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills and the ability
to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to travel nationally 40% of time
How to Apply;
Submit all applications to the
Deputy Director HR – PACE by close of business
Thursday 18th July 2013
at Plot 2 Ibis Vale-Kololo,
P.O. Box 27659, Kampala.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
