Internal Audit Officer at World Wide Fund for Nature

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Nairobi, Kenya Internal Audit Officer at World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) Kenya Full time

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) is an international non-governmental organization founded in 1961, working in the field of the wilderness preservation, and the reduction of humanity's footprint on the environment.
JOB SUMMARY:
This position will be responsible for supporting the Head of Audit, Risk and Compliance in carrying out specific audit exercises both on a continuous or periodic basis. This will mainly involve regular reviews of the projects, operational processes and related financial records and transactions to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with related policies, standards, guidelines, procedures, donor and statutory requirements while also addressing efficiency, economy and effectiveness

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform financial, operational and compliance audits in accordance with best practice audit techniques.
Plan and execute project audits to assess controls, operational efficiencies and compliance with the relevant legislation and regulatory requirements; WWF network standards; donor requirements; and internal policies and procedures.
Document results of audit testing, develop recommendations and draft audit reports based on audit testing.
Conduct follow-up reviews of project, financial, operational, regulatory compliance or donor requirement deficiencies noted during audits and report on implementation status.
Assist in investigation of irregularities.
Continuously develop knowledge with regard to the risks impacting on the work of WWF-Kenya’s operating environment and audit best practices.
Assist in the development of audit work plans and risk identification process.

REQUIREMENTS
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

University degree in a business related field.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in internal auditing in a medium to large organisation.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), ACCA, or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is required. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) will be an added advantage.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES: 

Technical skills to effectively perform audit activities.
A firm understanding of internal auditing standards and hands-on experience with internal auditing.
 Proficiency in computer-aided audit techniques.
Ability to understand and document workflows and business processes.
Ability to identify solutions that effectively address control needs.
Demonstrated experience in analysing and resolving complex risk management and internal control issues involving multiple stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience in conducting internal audit
Demonstrable ability and experience in providing and communicating internal audit recommendations at all levels of the organization.
Ability to handle potentially difficult situations in a professional, tactful and confidential manner.
Excellent report writing skills.
Ability to manage self and meet tight deadlines.
People management skills.
High level of integrity.
Able to demonstrate the core values of WWF-Kenya: Courage, Integrity, Respect and Collaboration.

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal –Interacts with the WWF-Kenya Management, Heads of Departments and all staff at all levels in all locations.
External – Interacts with third party internal audit service providers and WWF Network Internal Auditors, regulatory bodies and other conservation agencies


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