The World Agroforestry Centre (also known as the International
Centre for Research in Agroforestry or ICRAF) is an independent research
institution which generates science-based knowledge about the complex role
trees play in agricultural landscapes and rural livelihoods.
The Centre’s headquarters are located in Nairobi, Kenya, and research is conducted in 23 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. We are supported by the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) and receive funding from over 50 different donors.
To learn more about our organization, please visit our website:www.worldagroforestry.org
About the position
ICRAF seeks to recruit a candidate for the position of Internal Auditor to be based at its headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.
Reporting to the Director General, the Internal Auditor will
provide leadership in directing a broad and comprehensive program of internal
auditing with an aim of bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to
evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and
governance processes.
The job specifically includes the following duties and
responsibilities:
Internal Audit Policy Guidance and Implementation
Internal Audit Policy Guidance and Implementation
- Establish
policies for the auditing activity and manage its technical and
administrative functions
- Develop
and execute comprehensive audit programs for evaluation of management
controls for Centre activities.
- Ensure
the highest professional standards and compliance with the guidelines of
the Institute of Internal Auditors
Managing Audits
- Review
activities and programs of the Centre to ensure that they are being
conducted in a manner to efficiently and effectively accomplish the
objectives intended by the Centre
- Facilitate
the continuous development of and monitor the effectiveness of the risk
management function
- Examine
the effectiveness of all levels of management in the stewardship of Centre
resources and their compliance with established policies and procedures
- Ensure
that adequate operating and administrative policies and procedures,
accounting system controls and monitoring controls are put in place by
management
- Recommend
improvement of management controls designed to safeguard Centre resources,
promote growth and ensure compliance with laws and regulations
- Assess
the adequacy of action taken by operating management to improve controls,
acknowledge adequate corrective action, and continue to review with
appropriate management personnel action that is considered inadequate
until there has been satisfactory resolution of the matter
- Coordinate
special audit assignments at the request of management
Reporting
- Prepare
and submit risk-based annual audit plans to the Director General and the
Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees for review and approval
- Prepare
or review audit reports and ensure that they are formal, coherent, concise
and timely records of the audit findings and observations
- Report
to the Finance and Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees on the
adequacy of internal controls and risk management processes
Unit Management and Supervision
- Supervise
the internal audit staff
- Manage
the Unit’s budget
- Maintain
a working relationship with the Centre’s external audits to ensure
adequate audit coverage and avoid duplication.
Requirements
- University
level academic qualification in accounting, finance or related field
- Professional
qualification such as in internal auditing (CIA), accounting and financial
management (CPA or CA or equivalent), information technology (CISA, CISM),
fraud examination (CFE) administration and corporate governance
- Experience
in internal auditing is a prerequisite with at least 10 years total
experience in planning, conducting and managing internal or external
audits; investigations; and consultancies related to corporate governance,
risk management, organizational development, internal controls and
compliance systems
- A
very good knowledge of internal control and risk management frameworks and
concepts
- Mature
understanding of the ethical framework for internal auditors and ability
to appreciate ethical issues applicable generally in the work place
- Highly
developed analytical skills
- High-level
skills in written and verbal communication in English, together with
proven ability to prepare and present clear, logical and succinct written
reports and correspondence
- Ability
to provide authoritative, professional advice and assistance to audit
client senior executives, managers and staff, in a constructive manner
- Capacity
to work both autonomously and in a team environment
- Superior
inter-personal skills, including an ability to work harmoniously in a
multi-cultural environment within the internal audit unit and in the
Centre
Terms of offer
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
The World Agroforestry Centre is an equal opportunity employer and offers a collegial and gender-sensitive working environment. We believe that staff diversity promotes excellence and strongly encourage applications from qualified women.
This position is on regional/international terms and will be for
an initial period of three (3) years, renewable subject to a probation period
of nine (9) months, assessment of performance, continued relevance of the
position and availability of resources.
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
How to apply
Applications for the position must include:
- A
cover letter illustrating your suitability for the position against the
listed requirements and salary expectations
- A
detailed curriculum vitae
- The
names and addresses of three referees, including telephone, fax numbers
and email addresses.
All correspondence should be addressed to the
Human Resources Unit,
World Agroforestry Centre (ICRAF),
PO Box 30677,
Nairobi, Kenya
OR via email: icrafhru@cgiar.org.
Applicants should indicate “Application for Internal Auditor” on
their letters and email submissions.
Applications will be considered until 16 July 2012 or until a
suitable candidate is identified and selected.
Interview dates: 8th and 9th August 2012
Please note that only short-listed applicants meeting the above
requirements will be contacted.