The position holder
will provide reviews of key functions and processes: evaluate controls,
identify gaps; perform testing; document review findings; formulate
recommendations and perform follow up; monitor and assist with reporting on the
implementation of recommendations from internal audit and compliance reviews,
and provide assistance with review and investigations of reported compliance
issues. He/She will support the Office of Compliance and Internal Audit
functions (OCIA) with research of relevant funde
r and regulatory (USAID, etc.)
guidance and report to the Compliance and Risk Management Director. Specific
responsibilities include to:
• Perform operational and compliance process reviews and functions.
• Document processes for improving internal controls, operating efficiency, and
the adequacy of records and recordkeeping.
• Prepare document narratives, process flows, risk/control matrices for
existing processes.
• Identify process improvements for greater financial control and efficiency.
• Determine compliance with local and corporate policies and procedures,
communicates findings to engagement manager and develops solutions.
• Prepare draft reports for engagement manager’s review.
• Apply general knowledge of applicable statutes, regulations, entity/company
practices and concepts.
• May assist in conducting investigations of irregularities discovered by
internal and external auditor reviews.
• Is familiar with government accounting practices.
• Perform due diligence and research on compliance topics of interest.
• Assist in the development and delivery of compliance training (e.g., Conflict
of Interest, Fraud awareness, etc.)
Qualifications/Requirements:
• Bachelor’s degree or its international equivalent in Accounting, Finance,
Business, Business Administration, International development or other related
field.
• Strong accounting or financial management background is a must.
• Typically requires a minimum of 3-5 years’ experience of relevant internal or
external audit, program management or risk management experience.
• Prior internal audit experience or demonstrated experience in identifying,
analyzing and addressing organizational risks, including assessment and
evaluations of internal controls.
• Competent understanding of business environment and regulations governing
international and national agencies (with a particular emphasis on USAID).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Risk/ Audit Certification or other related compliance certifications
preferred.
• Prior work experience in a non-governmental organization in a development
sector.
• Excellent verbal communication and business writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client service skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and high attention to
details.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to gather, analyze, and synthesize information from many sources.
APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:
Recruitment is contingent upon successful award of the project and the selection
of final applicant is subject to USAID approval.
Interested
candidates may their application, curriculum vitae (CV)/Resume, photocopies of
certificates and names and addresses of three (3) referees to either:
a)
Human Resources Department,
FHI360,
P.O. Box 78082
Dar es Salaam
b) May also register
online through FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or
through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org.
Kindly specify
source in your application.
FHI 360 is an equal
opportunity and affirmative action employer. FHI 360 is committed to providing
equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
gender identity, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability
or status as a veteran with respect to policies, programs, or activities.
