Internal Audit Officer (DG IAO) at National Pension Commission

This role is primarily responsible for monitoring the effectiveness of controls over the financial and operational activities of the Organisation.

 The Job Holder would report to the Head, Internal Audit.

Duties & Responsibilities

*  Identify relevant business and operational risks impacting the achievement of the Organisation’s objectives and develop and implement the annual internal audit plan that address risks identified

*  Assess the effectiveness of internal control activities in place and recommend controls to strengthen weaknesses identified.

*  Conduct periodic inspection and audits to assess the effectiveness of established controls and compliance within the Organisation.

*  Prepare reports on audit findings and provide relevant recommendations.

*  Conduct special investigations when necessary.

Job Requirements

*  A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance,  Economics or a related discipline

*  A Professional certification in accounting or internal audit e.g. ACCA, CIA, CISA etc is mandatory

*  A minimum of 4 years work experience

Key Competency Requirements

*  A good knowledge of audit principles, internal audit and risk management methodologies, governance procedures, accounting and auditing standards.

*  A good knowledge of the public sector accounting policies and processes, and financial regulations.

*  Demonstrate a proven ability to work with internal audit and accounting software would be an added advantage.