13._Director,_Internal_Audits.docx

Position:

Internal Audits Director

Position Objective

The Internal Audits Director, under the supervision of the Board of Directors/Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for examining the daily execution of business operations, monitoring relationships with MCA contractors and other stakeholders, and overseeing compliance with internal MCA policy and external regulation, policy, and law.

Duties and Responsibilities

· Objectively review the MCA’s business processes

· Evaluate the efficacy of risk management procedures that are currently in place

· Protect against fraud and theft of the MCA’s assets

· Ensure that the organization is complying with relevant laws and statutes

· Make recommendations on how to improve internal controls and governance processes

· Work with the MCA’s Director of Finance and Fiscal Agent to ensure Internal Audits are coordinated with and complementary to the MCA’s Financial Audits.

· Advise the MCA Board’s audit committee and prepare committee review of key operational issues with a focus on audit risk

· Evaluate internal control systems and make recommendations for improvements needed to safeguard assets and ensure the integrity of the MCA’s processes.

· Oversee and monitor the implementation of a Program Compliance Policy

· Disseminate written policies and procedures related to compliance activities.

· Report to the CEO on a regular basis to review progress on program implementation and assist with establishing improvement plans.

Requirements (Education, Experience, Technical Competencies)

· University Degree in Accounting/Finance (graduate degree preferred)

· Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Public Accountant (or equivalent), or Certified Fraud Examiner preferred.

· At least ten (10) or more years of progressive financial management experience, preferably in international development and with governmental organizations and donor agencies. Must be familiar with operations, accounting, finance, internal audit, quality assurance, and human resource procedures.

· Experience applying the principles, techniques, practices and procedures of an internal audit or quality assurance function; developing sound internal controls for financial and operational programs;

· Excellent communication, coordination skills; demonstrated ability to interact and collaborate with people across departments, divisions and institutions.

· Good command of English, both written and spoken.

This Position Description is subject to revisions/updates as necessary to ensure alignment to the organization’s strategic direction and structure. Revisions to the description are subject to applicable Human Resources policies and procedures, and official versions of each Position Description are maintained by Human Resources.

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