The Internal Audit Manager function provides independent and objective assurance on key risks facing GOAL. The mission of the Internal Audit Department is to act as trusted independent advisors who continually protect the interests of GOAL’s stakeholders by providing assurance on mitigating controls for GOAL’s key strategic risks and guidance on how to resolve control weaknesses.

Reporting to Roving Internal Auditor and Country Director for GOAL Ethiopia, the Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for regularly auditing GOAL Ethiopia programmes and operations. 

In particular, the audits will assess whether internal controls are adequate and identify improvements where necessary across all departments, including programmes, finance, logistics, procurement, HR, and IT. The audits will also enhance compliance with GOAL policies, operating procedures, and with donor rules/ regulations. 

The Internal Auditor Manager will prepare reports detailing audit findings, associated risks, and recommendations to correct deficiencies in a timely manner.

Duties and Responsiblities

The Internal Auditor Manager shall be accountable on the following key areas.

 INTERNAL AUDIT TESTING & REPORTING:

• With the support of the Roving Internal Auditor, prepare a risk-based annual audit plan.

• To ensure regular internal audits are conducted at both country head office and field office(s) based on the agreed Internal Audit plans, and approved ToR for each assignment.

• To produce internal audit reports, in the agreed standard format, for presentation to the in-country Senior Management Team and the Audit and Risk committee.

• The IA manager will also ensure that issues log from their own audits are entered on the online GOAL Consolidated issues log (CIL), complete re-testing once departments have addressed the issues, and test other audit finding resolution, following up on all outstanding issues until they are closed.

• Facilitate quarterly reviews of the consolidated issues list (to be led by management).

RISK MANAGEMENT and INTERNAL CONTROLS:

• To independently ensure that risk management processes are effectively embedded throughout the country programme.

• To conduct walkthroughs and tests of GOAL Ethiopia, and their partners/sub-grantees’ systems and controls are conducted, assessing whether they are operating as per policies, procedures, and donor regulations, with emphasis on risk management, compliance, efficiencies, impact, and value for money. 

OTHER:

• To conduct any ad-hoc internal audit, compliance, and financial investigation assignments as requested by the Head of Internal audit and/or Country Director.

  • Participate in global thematic audits led by Head of audit and roving internal auditors.

  • Manage and coach team members reporting to your role.

  • IA Manager will be travelling to each field office as per the approved audit plan.

  • Any other duties as requested by Country Directors/Roving Internal Auditor.

Job Requirements

Do you want to join an exciting organization that brings high level impact to the community and add value to your professional advancement?  Then join us if you have:        

• University graduate, with background in, accounting, finance, economics business management, administration, or related field.

  • Minimum 4 years in a medium to large size internal audit function. 

  • An auditing qualification preferred but not essential.

  • A willingness to pursue certification with the chartered institute of internal auditors.

  • Previous NGO experience and knowledge of donors preferred

• Excellent communication skills in English both verbally and in writing

  • Excellent computer skill in Office 365 including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint.

  • Ability to learn new systems and IT software quickly and effectively.

  • Organized and flexible, excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work when under pressure.

  • Ability to work independently on own initiative, assess risk and make plans accordingly.

  • Proven and consistent attention to detail.

  • Willingness to travel to field sites on a regular basis.

  • Excellent interpersonal skills while interacting with colleagues and partners.

REMUNERATION and BENEFITS: 

• GOAL will pay a competitive basic salary based on the salary grading with addition benefits.

• A chance to develop tangible experience.

• Being part of a team who continue to make a real difference to the lives of the most vulnerable people.  

Commitments: 

GOAL’s recruitment procedure is fair and transparent which is also in line with the organization’s commitment to its integrity, honesty and culture. GOAL is committed to ensure that, its performance complies with the terms and conditions of relevant agreements, applicable laws & regulations. 

GOAL highly promotes Equality, diversity and inclusion and works with women and men, People with disabilities, and employees of various ages including youth, supports their empowerment and appreciates their achievements constantly. GOAL also encourages applications from diverse candidates including women, people with disabilities, people with diverse backgrounds, and youth to apply.

GOAL has zero tolerance to discrimination on the basis of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, race, economic status etc . we strive to create a workplace environment that ensures every team, in every office, in every country, is rich in diverse people, thoughts, and ideas.

Hence, pre-employment background checks will be conducted, and employees are required to read, understand, sign and implement different polices including safeguarding and child protection policy, Protection from Sexual Exploitation and abuse policy, sexual harassment policy, code of conducts and any other rules and regulation of the organization. GOAL is strongly committed not to harm the people under its care. 

Safeguarding

Children and vulnerable adults who come into contact with GOAL as a result of our activities must be safeguarded to the maximum possible extent from deliberate or inadvertent actions and failings that place them at risk of abuse, sexual exploitation, injury and any other harm. One of the ways that GOAL shows this on-going commitment to safeguarding is to include rigorous background and reference checks in the selection process for all candidates. 

Accountability within GOAL

Alongside our safeguarding policy, GOAL is an equal opportunities employer and has a set of integrity policies. Any candidate offered a job with GOAL will be expected to adhere to the following key areas of accountability:

• Comply with GOAL’s policies and procedures with respect to safeguarding, code of conduct, health and safety, confidentiality, do no harm principles and unacceptable behaviour protocols.

• Report any concerns about the welfare of a child or vulnerable adult or any wrongdoings within our programming area.

• Report any concerns about inappropriate behavior of a GOAL staff or partner.

You are welcome to include your sex (Male or female) and any disability issues in your CV (please note that this information will only be used to comply with affirmative action policy of the organization)

How to Apply

Interested and qualified applicants need to submit ONLY once their non - returnable application with CV for one vacancy. The vacancy reference number along with the title & Duty station need to be written in the application letter. 

• Applicants can directly apply through THIS LINK

Please be sure your application and CV should be in PDF or Word only. (The system couldn’t accept other than PDF and Word.)

GOAL strongly encourages female candidates to apply!

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview and exam.

Shortlisted candidates will need to submit other supporting documents upon request at later stage.

GOAL is not able to contribute towards any costs incurred by candidate