Principal Internal Auditor

Job Description

Uganda Bureau of Statistics is hiring a Principal Internal Auditor to implement a robust internal audit strategy and system to evaluate the controls of the Bureau.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the development and periodically update the Audit strategy and policies in line with international audit practices.
• Prepare audit work procedures, audit programs and methodology for approved audit assignments.
• Support the development of the audit annual risk-based audit work plan of the activities to be performed
• Supervise the deployment and use of the department’s resources for effective and efficient fulfilment of engagement objectives.
• Perform the role of a risk champion for the Internal Audit directorate.
• Perform audit engagements in accordance to audit procedures, processes and standards.
• Consolidate engagement observations and draft reports for the audits executed.
• Supervise adhoc investigations and reviews as may be assigned by the Head of Department.
• Conduct follow-ups on and support the implementation of audit recommendations and action plans.
• Collaborate with audit respondents to understand the activities being audited.
• Coordinate the development of departmental performance reports.
• Coordinate the development of the department’s annual workplan and budget, procurement, training and recruitment plan.
• Supervise, coach, mentor, conduct performance appraisals and identify training needs of the Senior Internal Auditor.
• Prepare and submit accountability for financial resources received.
• Perform any other responsibilities as may be assigned by from time to time.

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Statistics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Accounting and Finance Option), Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Statistics, Computer Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology.
• Professional qualification like ACCA, CPA, CIA is MUST.

Experience

• 6 years’ experience with at least three (3) years at Senior Officer level. Professional
• Membership to Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is a MUST.

Other Requirements:

• Analytical, Interpersonal skills, Report writing, Communication skills.
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of computer applications and relevant auditing or financial management packages.
• Good grasp of the technical aspects of accounting and financial statements / reports.
• Proven leadership skills
• Must be a person of high Integrity.
• Objectivity and independence
• Possess the ability to work as a team.
• Analytical, interpersonal and change management skills.
• Understanding of internal auditing standards (IPPF)

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