The Internal Audit Officer supports the Director of Finance and the Internal Audit Function through internal audits, evaluating internal controls and risks and coordinating external audits: project, donor and HD-mandated. The Internal Audit Officer may travel to conduct field audit missions.

Working under the supervision of the Finance Director, the Internal Audit Officer works in close... collaboration with the Accounting Finance and HR teams in Geneva and globally.

The main responsibilities are:


Coordinate audits preparation with HD offices (50%)
Plans and conduct process and transactional testing
Plans and conduct field missions upon request by the head of Internal Audit
Plan and conduct compliance missions as requested by the Director of Finance or finance Function
Prepare documentation for internal and external audits
File and archive all required audit documentation, reporting, and administrative documents
Ensure quality and completeness of supporting documents submitted to auditors
Consolidate audit recommendations and monitor the status of their implementation
Focus on continuous improvements of processes and internal controls
Strong written and oral communication skills in English. Arabic and French an added value.
Audit or accounting degree (ACCA, CPA or equivalent) or working towards a certification
Minimum of 2 - 3 years of audit experience, with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
Advanced knowledge of Excel; experience with Jet Reports and Business Central is an asset
Industry experience: not-for-profit, project-based, donor-funded and grant-based preferred


Qualifications

Interpersonal skills needed for the position:


Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, curious and committed to continuous improvement of processes and controls
Strong collaboration skills; able to work in cross-regional and remote teams
Strong analytical skills
Diplomacy and tact in interactions with internal and external stakeholders
High degree of integrity and professional scepticism
Adaptable and resilient to the operational and contextual changes more

Project Management:

Support the day-to-day management of project activities including:
Monitoring the political situation in specific regions and developments relating to Horn of Africa  project and the impact on the respective project(s), as well as research and analyze subjects related to the project(s);
Supporting the organisation and co-ordinating project meetings, including the... conceptualisation and formulation of meeting agendas as well as the drafting of meeting reports and mission notes;
Contributing ideas and suggestions on the project including the preparation of project work plans and calendars and the implementation of project activities;
Manage all financial aspects of the projects including budgets under the supervision of the SPM;
s/he maintain and strengthen links with related parties and partners, including donors; liaise with high level external parties;

Grant Management:

Oversee the management of donor grants including:
Reviewing, formulating and managing budgets;
Preparing internal and donor-related project reports (narrative and financial) in consultation with the relevant point persons;
Managing the administrative aspects of the project including consultants’ contracts, outputs, invoices, travel, etc.
Prepare project and fundraising concept notes, proposals and narrative/review reports;

Additional project support:

Undertake assessments and explore possible new initiatives;
Carry out research and analysis on subjects related the project;
Help identify, pursue and manage new mediation work in the region;
Represent and promote HD in different contexts to parties and outside audience in the region;
Maintain a good working knowledge of the facts on the ground;
Any other tasks as requested by the Regional Director.

Qualifications:
The successful candidate should have:

A minimum of 8-10 years of work experience in conflict resolution or a related field.
Understanding of project management
Post-graduate study or equivalent by experience in conflict resolution, international relations, development studies, international humanitarian law, gender, peace and security or other related fields
Experience with a regional or international organization preferred
Excellent written skills (English required, French preferred)
Experience of and sensitivity to communicating with multicultural and diverse audiences (including senior government officials, politicians, opposition groups, national and local NGOs and conflict-affected communities
Contextual knowledge and understanding of the Horn of Africa region
8-10 years of experience in a similar function in the Horn of Africa region and internationally
Understanding of and experience in peace and security issues more