Internal Auditor

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft the Internal Audit Charter & Audit Committee Charter to be approved by the Board of Directors.
• Responsible for the yearly Internal Audit plan and the Risk Assessment (RBA).
• Submit a quarterly report to the Audit Committee concerning the Audit, assessment and follow-up tasks during the previous quarter while communicating to the Audit Committee in real time any important high risks.
• Perform risk-based audit missions in accordance with IIA standards.
• Foster the Risk awareness and Internal Audit culture amongst the Organization.
• Highlight emerging risks or process gaps and follow-up on their resolution with different departments.
• Conduct special investigations when necessary. Perform the investigation of questionable activities and notify the Audit Committee of the results.
• Assess the efficiency of the Corporate Governance systems and their complementary policies and procedures.
• Develops and maintains strong working relationship with External Auditors to ensure effectiveness of service delivery and appropriate resolution of findings/issues identified.
• Facilitate communication between the IA Unit and other departments (including other support functions: risk, internal control, compliance…).
• Pursue professional development opportunities, including internal and external training and professional association memberships (example: Institute of Internal Auditors).
• Determine compliance with policies, procedures, regulations, and donor requirements.
• Applies and follows code of ethics, values, mission, and vision of Order of Malta –

QUALIFICATIONS

• BA in Business Administration, Audit, Accounting etc. Master is a plus
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the field; otherwise banking or finance.
• CIA certification is highly recommended.
• Strong Communication and Interpersonal skills.
• Ability to integrate and balance priorities and work activities.
• Multi-tasking and time management.
• Planning & Organization skills.
• Analytical and Critical thinking.
• Decision Making, problem solving and judgment.
• Constructive approach to dealing with conflict; sound mediation and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinking.
• Flexible, agile, prepared to anticipate and react to changes.
• Fluency in Arabic and English, French is a plus