Job Description

Task Details
Job Title: Director - Internal Audit Department
Job Code: --
Job Category:

• Job Evaluation and Classification System: Supervisory / Managerial
• Prime Minister's Office Classification: Supervisory

Job Grade:

• Upper Limit: Special / Grade A
• Lower Limit: Special / Grade B

Career Path: Leadership
Job Family: Audit and Governance
Sub Job Family: Audit and Governance
General Purpose of the Job
Supervise the implementation of all departmental activities and participate in setting general policies and strategies. Oversee the department's specialized responsibilities, including auditing administrative, operational, and accounting procedures and policies. Provide independent, objective reports and recommendations to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of these procedures.
Qualifications and Experience
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• PhD - Accounting: 4 years experience
• Master's - Accounting: 7 years experience
• Bachelor's - Accounting: 10 years experience

Professional Certifications:

• Certified Energy Auditor (CEA)
• Certified Business Process Specialist
• Risk-Based Auditing Certification
• Corporate Governance, Risk, and Compliance Professional
• Chartered Financial Analyst Program (CFA)
• Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Management Accountant (CMA)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Certified Facility Manager - Review Program (CFM)
• Practitioner in Contract and Trade Management

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise all internal audit activities of the department and ensure alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Participate in developing general policies and departmental strategies.
• Audit administrative, operational, and accounting procedures and recommend improvements.
• Provide independent and objective reports to support decision-making at the executive level.
• Monitor compliance with governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
• Develop and implement risk-based auditing plans and strategies.
• Train and mentor internal audit staff to enhance competencies and effectiveness.
• Ensure continuous improvement of audit processes and methodologies in line with best practices.
• Execute any additional tasks assigned by the direct supervisor or senior management

Skills Required