Manager, Construction & Project Management Assurance, Internal Audit at African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)

Reference: M-CPMA-2025

Job Summary

• The Manager, Construction & Project Management Assurance will provide independent and objective assurance, advisory services, and oversight on construction and project management activities undertaken by Afreximbank. 
• This role ensures compliance with risk management frameworks, international audit standards, and project governance best practices.
• The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in construction/project management, engineering, risk-based auditing, and contract assurance.

Key Responsibilities
Audit Planning & Risk-Based Assurance:

• Develop and execute audit plans for construction and project management activities.
• Identify material risks in construction projects and assess their impact on project execution.
• Define audit objectives, scope, and methodologies for project assurance reviews.

Project Execution & Compliance Monitoring:

• Conduct fieldwork audits to ensure compliance with project governance policies, FIDIC contracts, and PMBOK guidelines.
• Provide recommendations on risk mitigation, contract compliance, and project control processes.
• Investigate construction claims related to project delays, cost overruns, scope changes, and contract disputes.

Audit Reporting & Process Improvement:

• Prepare audit findings and reports with actionable recommendations for management.
• Conduct follow-up reviews to ensure effective implementation of corrective actions.
• Maintain quality workpaper documentation supporting all audit findings.

Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory Support:

• Act as an advisor on project governance, risk controls, and contract execution.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders, external consultants, and regulatory bodies to improve project oversight.
• Support internal audit leadership in developing audit policies and enhancing assurance frameworks.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience
Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architectural Design, Building Science, Quantity Surveying, or related fields.
• Master’s degree in Business, Finance, or relevant Engineering fields (preferred).
• Professional certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2 Practitioner, ACA, ACCA, CPA, CIA are an added advantage.

Experience:

• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction/project management, engineering audits, or project quality assurance.
• Expertise in project governance, contract assurance, and compliance monitoring.
• Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts, PMBOK guidelines, and risk-based auditing.
• Experience in analyzing construction claims, cost disputes, and project scope variations.

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Strong financial and project risk analysis capabilities.
• Proficiency in project management software, auditing tools, and contract risk assessment.
• Experience in working with third-party consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High attention to detail and professional integrity.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.