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Job Title:   Internal Auditor

Organisation: LWF World Service (LWF)

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Reports to: Country Representative

About US:

LWF World Service is the humanitarian and development arm of the Lutheran World Federation. We are a widely recognized, international, faith-based organization working in over 20 countries. We seek to bring people of all backgrounds together in the common quest for justice, peace, and reconciliation in an increasingly complex and fragmented world. Lutheran World Federation (LWF) Uganda is part of the LWF World Service and we are currently supporting Congolese and South-Sudanese refugees living in settlements in the districts of Kamwenge, Adjumani, Moyo, Kyangwali and Lamwo respectively.

Job Summary:   The  Internal Auditor will evaluate, audit, review, assess, monitor and give feedback to the Country Representative on the strengths and weaknesses within the LWF Uganda operation and make recommendations for improvement regarding adequacy, effectiveness, efficiency, risk management, controls and processes of LWF Uganda and its Sub-Programs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Organize, and execute the activities of the internal audit function in line with the strategic direction for this set up in consultation with the Country Representative
• Prepare an annual risk-based plan and perform duties necessary to achieve the internal audit objectives and scope.
• Review the reliability and integrity of financial information and the means used to identify, measure, classify and report such information.
• To evaluate, review and assess whether LWF policies and procedures (HR, Finance, Program, Procurement, Vehicle, IT, etc) are in place, and in compliance with policies, procedures, laws, regulations and contract terms or agreements
• To evaluate, review and assess the LWF Internal Control System to ensure that it is functioning as planned and updated as necessary to meet the changes in operating conditions.
• To verify the existence of assets and assure that they are properly safeguarded and are used in the interest of LWF.
• To coordinate the internal audit activities with those of external auditors and other regulatory body, and make follow ups of the implementation of the auditors’ recommendations by management.
• To carry out, and or participate in special investigation and ad hoc reviews/unannounced visits like suspected cases of fraud, or any other investigation.
• To review the operation and program to ascertain whether results are consistent with the established goals and objectives and if they are carried out within the budget and time frame.
• To communicate to senior management and make them aware of critical issues by timely and objective reporting
• Responsibilities related further include: providing advice to staff, facilitation of improvement sessions, and training of staff
• Any other duties assigned, the nature and scope of which are agreed upon with the Country Representative and which are intended to add value to the achievement of LWF Uganda’s objectives. While carrying out services and other duties, the internal auditor should not assume management responsibility. The Internal Auditor is prohibited to be directly involved in the establishment of systems or in the implementation of projects, policies and procedures as the independence and objectivity of the internal auditor would be lost.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• The applicant must hold a University degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in finance, accounting, audit, economics, business management, commerce or related fields is required.
• Certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is desirable.
• At least seven years of internal audit or other directly relevant experience such as auditing, evaluation of risks/internal controls, etc. is required. Professional internal auditing experience in an international organization is highly desirable.
• Judgment and Conceptual thinking: ability to identify key audit issues, present sensitive and difficult audit findings and recommendations to management
• Creativity, innovation and initiative
• Analytical skills
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and oral
• Integrity and Objectivity
• Tactful and balanced approach in dealing with audit matters
• Positive and constructive attitude to work
• Ability to be a team player, as well as lead and manage a team

NB: LWF/WS is an equal opportunity employer, irrespective of gender, race or religious affiliation. LWF/WS is a signatory to the Code of Conduct for humanitarian agencies. Our recruitment and selection procedures reflect the organization’s commitment to the prevention of abuse and exploitation of beneficiaries.

Only Shortlisted Applicants will be contacted!

How to Apply:

All candidates should apply online at the link below.

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Deadline: 11^th October 2023

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