Internal Auditor at Catholic Relief Services (CRS)

Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is an International non-governmental organization supporting relief and development work in over 100 countries around the world. CRS programs assist persons on the basis of need, regardless of creed, ethnicity or nationality. CRS works through local church and non-church partners to implement its programs, therefore, strengthening and building the capacity of these partner organizations is fundamental to programs in every country in which CRS operates. CRS re-established presence in Nigeria in 2000 and currently focuses on vulnerable children, agriculture, health and HIV, extractives and governance, and peace building programming.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Internal Auditor

Job Ref Code: IDR91919
Location: Abuja
Department: Operations
Reports To: Head, Internal Audit
Travel Required (40% of the time)
Band: 6

Job Summary

• The Internal Auditor shall assist the Head, Internal Audit in developing and executing the Country Program’s audit plan and take a lead role in the day to day execution of internal audits.
• In this role you will contribute to the Internal Audit function by identifying risks associated with CRS’ objectives and evaluating the controls in place to mitigate those risks in order to improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
• You will provide value-added advice and support to staff and partners on the creation or modification of policies, procedures, processes, products or services to ensure an appropriate level of internal control and compliance is maintained.

Specific Job Responsibilities
Audit Reviews:

• Develop a risk-based test plan by selecting appropriate audit approach, test procedures and sampling criteria based on professional judgment and departmentally defined internal audit methodology
• Perform audit tests and prepare working papers in accordance with professional internal audit standards and CRS’ IA methodology
• Evaluate the adequacy of process, design, and the effectiveness of controls in meeting program and control objectives. Identify and document control and process weaknesses and provide evidential support for findings
• Propose practical and value-added recommendations to address control weaknesses and/or process inefficiencies
• Organize and reference work papers for review by Head, Internal Audit
• Participate in closing meetings with client at the end of fieldwork, providing clear explanations for identified issues

Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of a concise and informative audit report to effectively communicate the findings and recommendations to the project and senior management.

Other Responsibilities:

• Assists the Head, Internal Audit in the development of the annual Internal Audit plan
• Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions
• Determine project level operational risks in the area of finance, procurement, human resources (HR), compliance and other relevant areas.
• Contribute and assist in maintaining an organizational risk management framework
• Conducts reviews of suspected internal fraud or malpractices
• Provide consultative support to projects and departments with regard to the adequate design and implementation of risk management processes
• Provide in person training to staff and partners on agency wide policies, external rules, regulations and legislation which requires compliance of all staff (i.e., foreign corrupt practices act, mandatory disclosure, full cooperation, etc.)
• Develops and maintains effective and professional working relationships with all levels of staff within the organization, including Senior Management and partner organizations.
• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding donor rules, regulations, best practices and internal audit standards
• Any other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and Skills
Education and Experience:

• A recognized professional designation in Accounting or Internal Auditing (ACCA, ACA, CA, or CISA)
• Bachelor's in one of the following or related fields required: Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Auditing or similar relevant fields
• Minimum of five years’ relevant experience, preferably with an International Organization.
• Proven knowledge of auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules and regulations, knowledge of USG Regulations and Global Fund a plus.
• Computer proficiency; highly competent using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and experience working with complex financial systems like SUN systems

Personal Skills:

• Essential - fluency in Hausa, Desirable - fluency in Kanuri.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral English), including the ability to communicate and present to key stakeholders at all levels within the organization.
• High attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
• Unquestioned personal integrity with strong ethics and values consistent with CRS’s values
• Strong awareness of the need for confidentially in sensitive matters
• Demonstrate high level of initiative, diplomacy and tact
• Cultural awareness and the ability to work collaboratively in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
• Commitment to travel to all project offices in the country up to 35% of the time.
• Commitment to Catholic Relief Services values.

Key Working Relationships

• Internal: Program Managers, Grants Managers, Head of Finance, all program and operations staff
• External: External Auditors, Sub-recipients.

Agency-Behavioral Competencies (for all CRS Staff)
These are rooted in the mission, values, and guiding principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and achieve the desired results:

• Integrity
• Accountability and stewardship
• Builds relationship
• Develop talents
• Continuous improvement and innovation
• Strategic mindset.

Application Closing Date
25th September, 2019.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should download the "CRS Application Form" using the link below, fill and send with a detailed Resume as one document (in a PDF Format) indicating the position being applied for and the Job Ref Code as the subject of the application (e.g. Internal Auditor, IDR91919) to: [email protected]

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Important Information

• Applications will be processed on a rolling basis.
• “CRS is an equal –opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, religion and we are committed to gender sensitive programming and management’. etc.
• Qualified women are strongly encouraged to apply”
• By applying to this job, I understand and acknowledge that CRS requires its staff to treat all people with dignity and respect and to actively prevent harassment, abuse, exploitation, and human trafficking. Further, I understand that if I am a successful candidate, I will be subject to a comprehensive background check, and my personal/professional references will be asked to evaluate my behaviors related to the above safeguarding-related topics.
• ‘’CRS’ recruitment and selection procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation’’
• The above job description is not an exhaustive list of the skill, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
• CRS' talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.