Our client, a Water and Sanitation Authority is looking to hire an Internal Auditor to join their team. The job holder must prepare and implement a risk based audit plans to assess, report on, and make recommendations for improving the company’s key operational and finance activities, and reviewing the internal control, governance and risk management procedures and practices.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an effective internal audit program.
• Plan and execute independent audit engagements in accordance with auditing standards, vis-à-vis public sector auditing standards.
• Conduct various types of audits, identify areas of risk and provide recommendations for improving internal controls.
• Report audit findings and provide Advisory Services to Management, Staff and the Board of Directors.
• Collaborate with other departments to address audit findings and implement agreed corrective management actions.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance and risk management practices and standards.
• Conduct special investigations as needed from time to time.
• Coordinate with external auditors and regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s risk management processes.
• Perform added duties as required by Management and the Board.

Desired Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• Grade 12 Certificate with a minimum of Five (5) “O” levels, which must include Credits or Better in English and Mathematics.
• Full Professional Accounting Qualification (Full ACCA, CIMA, CA, ZICA professional); BA in Accountancy or Relevant Equivalent.
• Minimum of Seven (7) years’ traceable relevant experience with a least Five (5) of these working years in similar senior level Human Resource positions in a reputable organization.
• A valid member of Zambia Institute of Charted Accountants (ZICA) and/or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
• Hands on experience on Pastel Accounting software.
• Ability to analyze data and familiarity with Audit Software.
• Proven integrity, professionalism, accountability and innovation.
• Knowledge of public auditing standards, and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent ability to analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Skill in examining and re-engineering operations and procedures.
• Demonstrable ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Employee development and performance management skills.
• Highly developed ability to persuade and influence others.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License will be an added advantage.
• Proven integrity, professionalism, accountability and innovation.