Regional Internal Auditor at World Vision International (Wvi) – Ghana


Regional Internal Auditor at World Vision International (WVI) – Ghana

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Regional Internal Auditor at World Vision International (WVI) – Ghana

Recruiter: World Vision International (WVI)

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About World Vision International (WVI)

World Vision International (WVI) is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to finance and budget management within World Vision International (WVI)’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Ghana, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. Your responsibilities will include: Performs audit assignments as assigned by the Regional Audit Manager (planning to completion) in the Annual Audit Plan, support larger and complex engagements, potentially one or more assignments simultaneously. Additionally, you will: Provide support to the Investigations unit of GAA to investigate fraud allegations and unethical conduct as may be delegated by the RAM This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Full Job Description

With 75 years of experience, our focus is on helping the most vulnerable children overcome poverty and experience fullness of life. We help children of all backgrounds, even in the most dangerous places, inspired by our Christian faith.

Come join our 33,000+ staff working in nearly 100 countries and share the joy of transforming vulnerable childrens life stories!

Key Responsibilities:

The Regional Auditor performs audit engagements in order to provide independent objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organizations operations. This will be done by using a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and governance processes of the Organisation.

Must prove high standards of professional and social ethics and will conduct regional engagements of varying size and complexity, provide support for planning for the various phases of the field work, carry out audit work within the region as assigned by the Regional Audit Manager, provide a summary of audit findings, criteria, risks and recommendations.

The Regional Auditor performs audit engagements in order to provide independent objective assurance and consulting activity designed to add value and improve the organizations operations. This will be done by using a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, internal control and governance processes of the Organisation.

Must prove high standards of professional and social ethics and will conduct regional engagements of varying size and complexity, provide support for planning for the various phases of the field work, carry out audit work within the region as assigned by the Regional Audit Manager, provide a summary of audit findings, criteria, risks and recommendations.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

40% Ensure GAA Regional Teams High Performance

Performs audit assignments as assigned by the Regional Audit Manager (planning to completion) in the Annual Audit Plan, support larger and complex engagements, potentially one or more assignments simultaneously.

Provide support to the Investigations unit of GAA to investigate fraud allegations and unethical conduct as may be delegated by the RAM

Continually enhance GAA’s ability to conduct both assurance and advisory reviews to add value and improve the organisation’s operations while considering the organisation’s key initiatives and strategic direction.

Drive stakeholder relationships and communication and recommend/implement actions to achieve improvements; evaluate the advocacy efforts of the internal audit activity and determine key performance indicators to evaluate the success of the internal audit activity.

Participate in the Annual Planning process: contribute to the preparation of the annual audit plan as will be directed by the Regional Audit Manager (RAM).

Ensure the preparation of pre – audit information and coordinate receipt of information from the auditees before the fieldwork.

Conduct detailed risk-based audit work and document findings of all allocated assignments within prescribed Audit Plan time lines.

Provide role of Advisor to Senior Leadership in absence of/ as may be delegated from time to time by RAM.

20% Ensure High Quality

Maintain and ensure the highest conformance and ethical standards for GAA.

Ensure WV GAA quality standards are maintained, which includes but is not limited to:

o Ensure all review notes are responded to by team members and compile quality draft audit findings/draft audit reports for RAM review by end of fieldwork phase.

o Timely audit binder setup and technical execution of audits (planning to completion) in the audit system/software

o Develop and submit timely audit work and draft findings to Regional Audit Manager for review

o Ensure timely resolution of audit review feedback from RAM

Review follow up evidence of implementation of audit findings as per auditee audit implementation plan to ensure audit matters arising are fully resolved.

10% Innovation

Continually ensure innovation/ improvement in GAA Regional Teams written and verbal communication skills, soft skills, and projects.

Use computer-assisted audit tools and techniques.

10% Professional Development

Maintain Continuing Education (CPE) as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND EXPERIENCE:

Required Education, training, license, registration, and/or Certification.

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business administration, Internal Audit or related fields.
  • Professional certifications (ACCA/CPA/CIA) finalized or in advanced stage of the certification process.
  • Required Professional Experience:
  • Prior working experience in audit (Public or private) of not less than two years in a recognized organization, experience in accredited audit firms and/or in a non-governmental organization will be an added advantage.
  • Proven experience in Risk Based Auditing.
  • Must be able to effectively work with new and changing situations including new regulations; where there may not always be a readily apparent solution.
  • Sound presentation, analytical, interpersonal, time management, research, and communications skills.
  • Maintain a current knowledge base of audit industry practices and to ensure best practices as always considered.
  • Perform all assigned audit duties in a manner that reflects the highest professional standards and complies with the guidelines of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
  • Considerable knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
  • Good analytical, interpersonal, time management, research, and communications skills.
  • Required Language(s):
  • A high standard of written and verbal English is essential.
  • Required travel and/or work environment accommodations:
  • Can be based in any country within the cluster portfolio in the region.
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 40% of the time.
  • Preferred Experience, Knowledge and/or other Qualifications:
  • Basic IT Audit and Fraud Investigation (CFE is a plus).
  • Data mining & analytics, including financial and trend analysis.
  • Fluency in one or more of Spanish, French, or Portuguese is a plus.
  • Applicant Types Accepted:

Key Details

  • Job Title: Regional Internal Auditor
  • Grade: N/A
  • Location: Accra, Ghana
  • Department: World Vision International (WVI)
  • Contract Type: Professional Staff
  • Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

  • Not specified in the official posting

Skills

  • Not specified in the official posting

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.