Global Assurance Manager at Plan International

As our Global Assurance Manager, you will lead a regional team in West and Central Africa to deliver high‑quality assurance across country, regional and global operations. You will manage the regional annual audit plan, oversee assurance engagements, and provide strategic advisory support to senior leaders—ultimately strengthening organisational effectiveness and accountability.

You will play a central role in implementing the Global Assurance Strategy while championing best practices in governance, risk management, internal controls and learning across Plan International.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage a regional assurance team
  Develop and Deliver the annual audit plan and ensure high‑quality assurance reviews.
• Provide strategic guidance on risk, controls and governance.
• Build strong relationships with senior leaders in the WACA region.
• Support organisational learning and drive improvements across systems and processes
• Lead advisory assignments and contribute to the Global Assurance Strategy
• Promote fraud‑risk awareness and strong safeguarding practices

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in auditing, risk management and internal controls
• Experience managing multiple audits across diverse locations
• Excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder‑management skills
• Ability to analyse complex issues and provide practical recommendations
• Proven leadership experience in multicultural settings
• Knowledge of development/humanitarian sector risks and donor requirements
• Desirable: CIA, CFE, CRMA, CISA or similar certification.

Ability to speak French is an added advantage