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• Leads
  audits/special reviews with respect to large and complex information and
  communications technology (ICT) operations. Identifies and allocates
  tasks, coordinates/monitors work, controls audit/assignment resources,
  consolidates results, etc.
• Prepares
  risk-based audits/reviews. Plans/programmes in accordance with OIOS
  standards.
• Supervises
  and coaches staff throughout the audit/review with the view to ensuring
  conformity with OIOS standards in all the phases of the audit process.
• Empowers
  and challenges more junior staff to actively participate in the management
  of the audit/review.
• Documents,
  evaluates and tests systems and controls to determine their adequacy and
  effectiveness, ensuring: (i) compliance with policies and procedures; (ii)
  accomplishment of management’s objectives; (iii) reliability and integrity
  of information; (iv) economical use of resources; and (v) safeguarding of
  assets.
• Prepares
  working papers for review by the Chief, ICT Audit Section.
• Develops
  and discusses findings, agrees on recommendations and timelines for
  corrective action with responsible officer of operations audited, and
  monitors the implementation status of agreed recommendations.
• Drafts
  audit/assignment reports for Organization-wide consumption, including
  senior management and the General Assembly.
• Prepares
  presentations, using available technology tools (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Makes
  presentations of audit results to senior management of IAD and senior
  management of the operation audited.
• Monitors
  the status of audit recommendations.
• Appraises
  adequacy of follow-up action taken on audit findings and recommendations.
• Maintains
  and updates audit programs.
• Monitors
  information standards and guidelines, including test paradigms.
• Keeps
  abreast of developments in the field and determines the need for testing
  and evaluating new products and technologies.
• Participates
  in the preparation of the workplan.
• Identifies
  training needs, develops training programs and materials, and conducts
  workshops with respect to auditing approaches and techniques.
• Evaluates
  staff performance; performs management review of work performed by
  assistant auditors, prior to the Senior Auditor’s/Section Chief’s review.
• Performs
  other related duties as determined by the Senior Auditor/Section Chief, or
  Director.

• The
  ideal candidate must hold an advanced university degree (Master’s degree
  or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting, or related
  field. A first-level university degree in combination with two additional
  years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced
  university degree.
• Certification
  as a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Public
  Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor
  (CIA), or equivalent is desirable.
• At
  least seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in
  audit, finance, accounting, administration, statistics, computer science,
  or related area is required. Experience in ICT auditing is required.
• Languages:
   fluency in English is required. Knowledge of another official
  language of the United Nations is desirable.

• Professionalism: Demonstrates in-depth technical
  knowledge and hands-on experience in the field of ICT auditing.
  Demonstrates professional competence and has knowledge of auditing
  standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable financial rules
  and procedures Identifies issues, formulates opinions, and presents
  conclusions and recommendations. Has the ability to defend and explain
  difficult issues and positions to staff, including senior officials.
  Establishes and maintains effective working relationships in a multicultural,
  multi-ethnic environment. Has knowledge of specialized IT audit
  applications, such as IDEA, ACL, and TeamMate. Shows pride in work and in
  achievements; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments,
  observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional
  rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult
  problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations. Takes
  responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the
  equal participation of women and men in all areas of work.
• Communication: Speaks and writes clearly and
  effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others,
  and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits
  interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style
  and format to match audience; demonstrates openness in sharing information
  and keeping people informed.
• Teamwork: Works collaboratively with colleagues
  to achieve Organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing
  others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team
  agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final
  group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own
  position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint
  responsibility for team shortcomings.

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