Audit management:
Leading the development and implementation of an internal risk-based audit strategy and annual plan for the FTA
Planning and undertaking audits to assess controls, operational and technical efficiencies and compliance with selected policies, procedures and regulations
Driving operational improvements throughout the organization to improve overall efficiencies and enhance internal controls
Directing implementation and compliance of internal controls, identify and correct any deficiencies.
Supporting external auditors for corporate compliance
Guiding the annual audit plan development.
Promoting the highest standards of ethics and standards across FTA, based on the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence and confidentiality.
Ensuring due diligence in the management of the FTA's affairs.
Overseeing the preparation of the Internal Audit systems, procedures and guidelines.
Supervising the preparation of work programmes to ensure that audits are planned and well managed
Reviewing the internal controls and documenting on their effectiveness and adequacy.
Recommending mitigation measures to address identified weaknesses where necessary
Liaising with the external auditors and ensure follow up on the process of implementation of Internal and external audit recommendations.
Undertaking investigations as appropriate
Supervising, training and developing direct reportees
Risk management:
Coordinating cross-functional efforts within the FTA to improve on proactive risk management and continuity of operations
Overseeing the FTA's risk portfolio and identify priority areas of risk assessment and mitigation planning
Advisory on rating and ranking the current and anticipated critical and high Compliance Risks and mitigation activities for inclusion in the assessments.
Supporting and empowering Business Unit management in effectively carrying out their respective risk activities
Monitoring the maintenance/update of the strategic risk register
Monitoring the implementation of risk action plans
Assisting Line Managers in identifying and analyzing inherent risks
Managing and following up on open issues and work with management to ensure closure of risk action plans
Managing third parties engaged in support of Risk Management Consultancy
Coordinating post-incident post-mortem
Monitoring the Risk and Control Self Assessments
Follow up on the implementation of Board resolutions on risk
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:
Qualifications:
Master's Degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution would be an added advantage
Bachelor's Degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Economics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Be in possession of Certified Public Accountants or Association of Certified Chartered Accountant or any other relevant
Be in possession of CISA or CIA or Risk Qualification or any other relevant.
Experience and Knowledge:
A minimum ten (10) years in relevant work and at least four (4) years in a management role
Good working knowledge of English Language is mandatory, working knowledge of French will be an advantage
Good understanding of tax laws across Africa
Thorough understanding of international NGO financial reporting standards
Knowledge of and ability to work with different financial controls, systems and accounting regulations including taxation requirements, financial reporting requirements etc.
Knowledge of reporting requirements of development partners