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Job Title: Internal Audit Officer Cost Centre (Fresher Job Opportunities)

Organisation: Marie Stopes International

Duty Station:  Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Head Internal Audit Budget Responsibilities (Y/N) Y

About US:

Marie Stopes Uganda (MSU) is a Non-Government Organisation that strives to offer affordable
reproductive health services through a range of static clinics and outreaches to communities. These services are free for long-term and permanent methods of family planning to the underprivileged communities through our nationwide mobile outreach services. At our static clinics, services are offered at a fee and charges for all services are clearly displayed in all our clinics.

Job Summary:  The primary responsibility of this role is to further MSI’s Global Goal: The Prevention Of Unwanted Births and its mission of ensuring every individual’s right to: Children By Choice Not Chance. The Internal Audit Officer will support the Head Internal Audit in providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of controls in place to address risks to the achievement of MSUG’s strategic and operational objectives. In addition, the Internal Audit Officer will assist in the implementation of the Anti-Fraud and Bribery Programme.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist in the implementation of the approved internal audit plan.
• Perform audits through the review of physical and electronic records, evaluate the level of compliance with established control policies, processes, procedures, standards, laws and regulations in assigned functional areas/Channels, identify control weaknesses or process improvement opportunities and initiate workable solutions.
• Document and file work papers and audit procedures performed. Track timely and effective corrective actions taken following audit recommendations.
• Maintain back up (physical and electronic) of all internal audit materials for easy retrieval and
• Assist in monitoring and driving compliance with regulatory and statutory requirements across all business areas/Channels.
• Investigate and report all alleged cases of fraud, waste, abuse and inefficiencies and make recommendations on appropriate preventive or remedial actions.
• Assist in the Implement the internal audit strategic initiatives relating to key responsibilities.
• Assist in the implementation of the Anti-Fraud and Bribery Program i.e. assisting in regular communications to all staff members reminding them of MSUG’s zero tolerance approach and their duty to report fraud, conflicts of interest and gifts and entertainment.
• Assist in the regular training Program for all staff on the Anti-Fraud and Bribery Program.
• Carry out other responsibilities as may be required by the Head Internal Audit.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The ideal applicant must hold a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in Accounting, Business Administration or related field.
• Partial professional qualification e.g. ACCA, CPA and CIA will be an added advantage.
• Personal Attributes
• Pro- choice.
• Approachable with strong interpersonal & listening skills together with the ability to empower their team.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Strong results orientation and accountability.
• Objectivity and Independence.
• Innovative and pays attention to details.
• Self-motivated and a self-starter.
• The highest levels of integrity, honesty, reliable and strong ethical attitude.
• Strong commitment to the goals and vision of the Marie Stopes Interest in public health, particularly sexual and reproductive health.
• Flexibility to operate in a changing environment.
• Able to communicate effectively (both written and oral) at all levels.
• Computer literacy.
• Information Technology (IT) General Knowledge.
• Cross-functional team player.
• At least two years of experience of internal or external audit with a reputable organisation (a mix of donor funded, and private sector preferred)
• Experience working with an International audit firm will be an added advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial management systems and reporting, especially donor contract requirements for budgeting and reporting.
• Ability to perform under pressure, handle heavy workloads, and meet stringent reporting deadlines
• Experience in using computerized accounting and audit record keeping systems such as SUN.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate and influence at all levels of the organisation (both verbally and written).
• Ability to work as part of an effective dynamic team.
• Ability to work unsupervised and maintain motivation.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to work autonomously, plan and prioritise own workload.
• Ability to effectively adapt to a variety of working environments.
• Ability to frequently travel upcountry.

How to Apply:

All suitably qualified and interested candidates should apply online at the link below

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Deadline: 23^rd March 2022

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