Job Title: Officer, Operations Audit – Team – 2 Positions
Organization: Bank of Uganda (BoU)
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
The Bank of Uganda (BoU) is the Central Bank of the Republic of Uganda. It was opened on the 15th August 1966. It is 100% owned by the Government of Uganda but it is not a government Department. Bank of Uganda conducts all its activities in close association with the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MoFPED). Bank of Uganda is responsible for monetary policy and maintaining price stability.
Job Summary: To conduct audit and investigation assignments across Bank operations by assessing governance, risk management, and internal control systems to ensure compliance, operational efficiency, and value-for-money in accordance with the Internal Audit Charter.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Identify, assess and document risks and controls in the Auditable areas assigned
- Perform and document process walkthroughs and draft audit procedures in assigned auditable areas.
- Develop draft audit work programs in the assigned areas.
- Perform and document audit tests of the assigned auditable areas in line with the Bank’s Internal Audit methodology.
- Review the economy, efficiency, and effectiveness to ascertain value for money in the deployment of Bank resources and provide advisory on assigned areas.
- Obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence addressing the relevant audit objectives
- Document the results of the audit work in line with internal audit methodology.
- Prepare draft audit reports for the assigned audits.
- Conduct the follow-up of previous audit recommendations to ascertain the extent of implementation.
- Take part in Audit spot checks for cash holding areas.
- Perform any other duties as may be assigned by audit management.
Expected Outputs
- Audit programs /Investigation plans.
- Process documentation.
- Tested systems and controls.
- Audit work papers.
- Draft audit reports.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A First Class or Second-Class Upper Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, Economics, Statistics, Financial Management.
- Full Professional qualification in any of the following; CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CFE, and FCPA.
- A master’s degree in the related fields is an added advantage.
- Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an added advantage.
Experience
- A minimum of at least five (5) years of relevant post qualification working experience in accounting / auditing with a reputable organization.
Age
- 30.0 to 37.0 years.
Competencies
Technical Competencies
- Working knowledge of audit standards and frameworks, regulations and best practice in auditing and accounting
- Planning and organizational skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong report writing and presentation skills
Behavioural Competencies
- Integrity
- Independent and objective
- Team player
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Leadership skills
- Emotional intelligence
How to Apply:
Applications should be submitted by filling out the online application form at:
- Please follow the stated instructions in the form accurately. Inaccurate applications will be automatically disqualified.
- Please note that failure to attach the required documents will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Required Documents (to be scanned as one single document):
- National ID (Front and Back) – Mandatory. Ensure both sides are scanned and visible.
- Academic Qualification Documents – Mandatory. These must match the required qualifications in the job descriptions.
- Letter of Equivalence for the Class of Degree from the National Council for Higher Education (for degrees obtained from foreign universities).
- Duly registered Statutory Declaration (for applicants with name and/or date of birth variations).
- Note: Please ensure that all required documents are duly attached and MUST be scanned as one single document.
- Management reserves the right to terminate applicants found with concealed or falsified information and academic credentials.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Deadline: 10th September 2025
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Level of Education: Bachelor Degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60