Auditor Project Inspection and Evaluation (Email for applications: auditorspieu@ecowas.int)
P3 Auditor Project Inspection and Evaluation Unit
JOB TITLE | Auditor Project Inspection and Evaluation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
INSTITUTION | Auditor General | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
GRADE | P3/ P4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
ANNUAL SALARY | 23724 UA –Â 28590 UA | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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AGENCY | Â N/A | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
DEPARTEMENT | N/A | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
DIRECTORATE | Programme Performance Audit | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
DIVISION | Project Inspection and Evaluation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
LINE SUPERVISOR | Principal Auditor Project Inspection and Evaluation | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
SUPERVISING | N/A | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
ROLE OVERVIEW
Implement comprehensive internal audit programs covering all risks relating to the applicable areas of intervention and in line with applicable professional standards, guidelines and planning. ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES ·        Positively contribute to the execution and improvement of the institution’s governance through offering valuable input to Governance, Risk, Compliance (GRC) and other risk management tools. ·        Execute and positively contribute to the performance of risk-based audit activities on the ECOWAS institutions and Agencies as will be instructed. ·        Prepare, document audit process, present objective reports that reflect audit results, make reasonable and objective recommendations on the systems and procedures being reviewed and monitor management’s response and implementation. ·        Assist in the coordination of audit activities as per the Internal Audit Charter and Internal Audit Manual. ·        Ensure the timely completion of internal audit engagements. ·        Record, compile and summarise all findings related to audit programs in audit files for review by a supervisor. ·        Conduct follow up audits to monitor management’s interventions. ·        Improve or adapt as needed audit programs in accordance with the annual audit plan. ·        Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding sector’s rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques and performance standards ·        Ensure that professional internal auditing standards are followed. ·        Maintain healthy working relationships with managers at all levels. ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 3.1 Education ·        First degree (Bachelor) or equivalent degree in business administration, Social Science, finance, accounting, Commerce or related field is required. A master’s degree will be an advantage. ·        Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), or equivalent from a university of recognized standing.
3.2  Work experience ·        A minimum of Five (05) years of progressively responsible professional experience in audit, finance or related area is required. ·        Proven and hands-on experience in public sector auditing. ·        Very good practical knowledge of SAP. ·        Knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable financial rules and procedures. ·        Knowledge and experience of auditing in an ERP environment (SAP for instance) and using specialized IT audit applications.
ECOWAS SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS 5.1 Citizenship and age ·        Must be a citizen of any country in the ECOWAS Community ·        The maximum age for the recruitment in a professional position is 50 years old. This rule does not apply to existing employees. 5.2 Languages ·        Proficient in oral and written languages of French, English or Portuguese and a working knowledge of a second language. Applications should be sent to: auditorspieu@ecowas.int
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