Internal Auditor

Overall Job Purpose

The incumbent will be expected to implement the audit plan. In addition the Internal Auditor will be responsible for preparing detailed audit programs on each assignment as assigned by the Team Leader - IT and General Audits. The incumbent will also coordinate, monitor and ensure continuous improvement in the efficiency and effectiveness of the risk management process.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Team Leader - IT and General Audits and or Audit and Risk Team Leader to develop a comprehensive, practical annual program of audit coverage for assigned areas of audit and implement the plan when it is approved.


• Provide comprehensive schedule of annual audit coverage within area assigned by the Team Leader - IT and General Audits.


• Prepare detailed audit programs on each assignment as assigned by the Team Leader - IT and General Audits and in addition develop audit programs and scope in accordance with accepted Internal Auditing Standards (IAS).


• Lead individual assignments as assigned the Team Leader - IT and General Audit’s and or Audit and Risk Team Leader to ensure that assignment is completed within budgeted timelines.


• Perform audit procedures on assigned sections or unit within the group and ensures that assignments are completed within the budgeted timelines.


• Assist the Team Leader - IT and General Audits in performing risk assessment and analysis in conjunction with management within each department and business unit.


• Prepares monthly departmental reports for review by the Audit and Risk Team Leader/ Team Leader - IT and General Audits and compares audits performed to previously submitted and approved annual schedule.


• Performs any other duties such as fraud investigations as delegated by the Audit and Risk Team leader and/or Team Leader - IT and General Audits from time to time as deemed necessary.


• Assists external auditors during interim and year end audits.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Internal Auditing and Accounting is a must.


• Certification in Internal Auditing


• A Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) will be an added advantage


• At least 2 years’ experience in Internal Audit environment and related duties.