Job Description
Saferworld is an independent non-governmental organisation that works to prevent and reduce violent conflict and promote cooperative approaches to security.
We work with civil society, governments and international organisations to encourage and support effective policies and practices through advocacy, research, and policy development, and through supportin…
Internal Auditor
Roles and responsibilities:
Plan and carry out internal audits
Draw up a yearly Internal Audit Plan based on key risks and an assessment of audit needs and agree it with the CEO in consultation with the Director of Finance and Operations and Director of Policy and Programmes.Carry out internal audit assignments across departments, projects, and programmes to assess compliance with financial policies, donor agreements, and statutory regulations, including negotiating terms of reference with relevant system/area owners, preparing reports, presenting the findings to the Senior Leadership, and following up on recommendations.Review financial transactions and accounting records, including data from SUN, to ensure accuracy and integrity.Support necessary pre-audit preparation work related to external audits (both statutory and project audit) and assist the teams in ensuring smooth audit.Maintain the organisation’s register of grant and project audits, ensuring that audit findings recommendations are clearly documented and shared.Monitor the implementation of these recommendations and follow up on corrective actions to ensure timely and effective solution.Carry out special investigations, as required by the Saferworld CEO or Senior Operational Team (SOT). Strengthening organisational systems and risk controls
Produce an annual review of the overall effectiveness of Saferworld’s systems of internal control and make recommendations and arrangements for identification and management of risks and produce an annual plan to address these areas.Report quarterly to the Senior Operational Team (SOT) on the annual review and plan.Attend the governance/Board of Trustees Finance and Audit Committee four times a year and produce a report for the meetings, including feeding back on learnings from internal audits carried out.The post-holder must maintain independence and objectivity in carrying out audits and investigations.
They have direct access to the Board/Audit Committee when necessary.Produce quarterly report for the Board meetings.Promote a culture of accountability, transparency and continuous improvement across the organisation. Key working relationships
Director of Finance and OperationsDirector of Programmes & PolicyHead of PeopleRegional DirectorsHead of Governance and OperationsFinance Business PartnersCountry Directors/ManagersCountry Finance Managers Scope and accountability
Decision making and limits of authority
Methods of investigation within assigned internal audits, reviews, findings and recommendations to CEO & Director of Finance and OperationsKey that the Internal Auditor is seen to be able to provide independent advice, guidance and analysis. Financial resources
Financial responsibilities primarily about auditing financial management practices and processes Other resources
Audit investigations data and reports, internal audit plan, guidance and tools for supporting effective risk assessment and risk management – works globallyContribute to the implementation and effective use of financial systems (works globally) People management
Capacity building country finance managers in relation to financial systems and processes.Capacity building staff and partners in relation to risk assessment and management Legal, regulatory and compliance responsibility
Key internal role in ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures (internal) and financial regulations (external), and in identification on risks/noncompliance issues for addressing Person specification
Knowledge
Excellent understanding of internal audit principles and methods and risk identification and managementAuditing or accounting professional qualification (e.g. ACCA, CPA, CA, CIMA or Certified Internal Auditor with active membership status) and sound knowledge of accounting procedures, principles and systemsGood understanding of and experience using SUN system will be an advantage Experience
Extensive experience in the internal audit function in a large/medium-sized NGO or similar complex organisationExperience of undertaking a variety of audit related, research/ evaluation and project management workFamiliarity with donor-funded project audits (FCDO, EU) and related compliance requirementsExperience in working with programme teams (particularly in different country settings), sharing learning from audits, and supporting implementation of recommendationsExperience in training or mentoring staff on compliance, internal controls, and financial procedures. Skills
Strong analytical and quantitative skillsSkills to build effective, trusting relationships at all levels of the organisation, and ability to influence senior managers and other stakeholders regarding the importance of effective controlsExcellent project management skills with experience in planning, organising and delivering audit assignments Excellent facilitation, negotiation, verbal and written communication skills with the ability to write reports and present complex/sensitive information in an understandable way to a range of audiencesSolution-oriented, pro-active, flexible, a team-player, and responsiveStrong interpersonal and team-working skillsGood IT skills, including in MS word and excel Other
A willingness to promote the work of Saferworld and work collaboratively with othersAbility to work in a non-partisan manner, sensitive to differences of ethnicity, religion and genderA commitment to learn and be open to new ideas and approachesDemonstrated commitment to principles of transparency, accountability, and honestyCommitment to and compliance with Saferworld’s safeguarding principlesKnowledge of applicable laws, donor regulations and statutory reporting requirements in countries where Saferworld operates