Internal Audit Specialist

Overview

The Internal Audit Specialist will undertake audit and advisory activities to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the Organization’s internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.

Tasks Summary

• Contribute to the preparation of annual work plans (including risk analysis);
• Prepare comprehensive audit programmes;
• Lead or participate in specific audit assignments to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of the Organization’s internal controls, risk management and governance;
• Discuss audit findings with senior management, prepare clear concise draft reports summarizing results of assignments;
• Provide advice to headquarters, regional, sub-regional and country office management as appropriate and make recommendations to improve controls, and enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of operations;
• Provide on-the-job supervision and training to affiliate personnel;
• Prepare electronic working papers that support the work done and audit findings;
• Perform other related duties as required.

Experience Requirements

At least ten years for category A or five years for category B. At least two years for category C. Demonstrated knowledge of auditing, business consulting, risk management or information technology. Experience in performing financial, operational, performance and information technology/systems audits. Demonstrated experience and ability in report-writing in English. Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions, is desirable.

Qualification Requirements

Advanced university degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in audit, business or public administration, finance, accounting, information systems, computer science, economics, political science, international development, law or any other related field. Consultants with a bachelor's degree need two additional years of relevant professional experience. University degree from an institution recognized by the International Association of Universities (IAU)/UNESCO in audit, business or public administration, finance, accounting, information systems, computer science, economics, political science, international development, law or any other related field.

Other Details

Languages Required: Working knowledge of English (level C).

Languages Preferred: Limited knowledge (level B) of other FAO official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, Spanish) is an asset.

Contract Duration: From 3 to 11 months

Work Modality: home-based assignments

Remuneration: