Audit Specialist Job Vacancy at UNDP Dakar, Senegal

Job Title:AUDIT SPECIALIST
Location :     Dakar, SENEGAL
Application Deadline :    15-Aug-12
Type of Contract :    FTA International
Post Level :    P-4
Languages Required :
    English   French 
Starting Date :
(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)    15-Oct-2012
Duration of Initial Contract :    1 Year (Renewable)
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Background

The Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) reports to the Administrator and is responsible for internal audit and investigations services to UNDP and its affiliated entities. OAI provides independent, objective assurance on the effectiveness of risk management and the effectiveness and adequacy of internal controls. As part of its assurance work, OAI also supports the annual audit exercise of non-governmental/nationally executed projects (NGO/NEX projects) in some 150 countries where UNDP operates and reviews and analyses the resulting audit reports submitted by audit firms and government audit institutions.

OAI has a decentralized organizational structure with regional audit centres (RAC) located in the five regions covered by UNDP. The RAC is normally staffed with a Chief (P-5 level), one Programme Specialist/Audit (P-4 level), two or three Audit Specialists (P-4 or P-3 level), and one Administrative Associate (G-6 level).

The Audit Specialist reports to the Chief. The primary role of the Audit Specialist is to perform comprehensive audits of the country offices in the region.

Duties and Responsibilities

Principal functions:
Management:

    As a team leader, assumes responsibility and accountability for achieving the audit objectives. This involves:
        preparation of risk-based audit plans/programmes
        conduct of audit field work
        preparation and review of working papers
        preparation of Exit Conference notes
        preparation of draft audit reports, incorporating input from other team members
    Assesses the team members’ performance in a participatory manner and documents lessons learned.
    Provides direction and guidance to, and coaches team members ensuring effective team functioning.
    Presents audit results to management.
    Monitors the status of audit recommendations and appraises adequacy of action taken on audit recommendations.
    During peak periods, participates in the review of incoming NGO/NEX audit reports from the region and analyses them with regard to audit outcome, audit scope and audit administration and drafts NGO/NEX audit review letters.
    Identifies recurring and systemic issues in NGO/NEX audit reports for inclusion in corporate reports.
    Acts as OIC for the RAC when necessary.

Client Services:

    As a team leader or as a member of an audit team, conducts audit assignments in accordance with the International Standards for Internal Auditing and OAI policy guidelines.
    Assesses the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and risk management.
    Documents findings and communicates orally and/or in writing to the country offices on their compliance, performance and potential for improvement.
    Recommends actions to address shortcomings identified, strengthen internal controls and improve business processes.
    Under the overall supervision of the Chief, conducts special assignments including management reviews, consulting assignments, special audits, and training workshops.
    Undertakes frequent, and at times extended, missions to UNDP offices in the region, including to areas with hazardous working conditions.
    Provides guidance and advice to country offices and business units on audit-related matters.

Other Tasks:

    Contributes to the ongoing development of professional practices within OAI.
    Participates in the implementation of his/her personal learning and training development plan.
    Performs other assignments or tasks as determined by the RAC Chief or OAI Director.

Competencies
Core Values & Ethics:

    Demonstrates integrity and fairness.
    Display cultural sensitivity.
    Shows strong corporate commitment.
    Complies with UNDP regulations, rules, and code of conduct.

Teamwork:

    Motivates and coaches team members.
    Embraces extra responsibility.
    Build team morale & consensus.

Task Management Skills:

    Produces timely, quality outputs.
    Exercises sound judgment/analysis.
    Develops creative solutions.
    Ability to handle multiple tasks.

Communications:

    Writes clearly and convincingly.
    Speaks clearly and convincingly.
    Has good presentation skills.
    Listens actively and responds effectively.

Building & Sharing Knowledge:

    Actively builds deep knowledge in one or more areas,
    Makes valuable practice contributions.
    Applies existing knowledge to work.
    Provides advice & support to others.

Learning:

    Provides constructive coaching and feedback.
    Acts as long-term mentor for others.
    Acts on personal development plan.

Professional:

Demonstrated ability to perform and/or manage the following services, in accordance with professional standards:

    Operational audits
    Performance audits
    Financial audits
    Project audits
    Advisory services

Technical:

Demonstrated ability to use the following tools:

    Microsoft office suite
    Electronic working paper software
    Computer assisted audit techniques (ACL or IDEA)
    Enterprise Resource Planning systems

Required Skills and Experience
Education:

    Advanced university degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Statistics, Law, or related field.
    A first level degree in combination with a certification as Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.
    Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation desirable.
    Additional professional certifications (CISA, CFE) are an advantage.

Experience:

    A minimum of 7 years of professional experience in audit or another directly relevant area, several of which in internal audit.

    Working experience in an International Organization is desirable.

Language Requirements:

    Fluency in English.
    Good working knowledge of French is required. Knowledge of additional United Nations official languages is an advantage.
How to Apply;
http://jobs.undp.org/cj_view_job.cfm?cur_job_id=31428

Financial controller Job Vacancy at Save the Children Dhaka

Job Title:Financial controller, Dhaka
Closing Date: Thursday, 31 May 2012

Financial Controller

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organization for children. Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives. We are currently seeking a Financial Controller in our Bangladesh Country office.

Role Purpose:

The primary function of the Financial Controller is to ensure Bangladesh Country Office compliance with Save the Children's accounting policy, donor requirements and generally accepted accounting principles through the development and supervision of CO financial policies and procedures, ensuring that accurate, complete and reliable financial information is maintained in the CO financial system, and ensuring an effective and efficient control of CO assets and cash flow to minimise receivables and currency revaluation los ses etc.

There are three main areas of responsibility in the Finance Controllership function:

1) Proper accounting for resources received and used 2) Assurance that resources are used in compliance with controlling rules and regulations 3) Appropriate sharing of information with internal and external sources to document adequate safeguarding and management of resources.

Qualifications and Experience:

1) At least 10 years practical experience working with international Non Governmental Organizations or similar organisation and 5 years at a senior management level 2) MBA/M.Com/equivalent, CPA or equivalent combination of other professional qualification in accounting/finance supplemented by demonstrated relevant practical accounting/finance experience. 3) Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems. Knowledge of GOB financial regulations . 4) Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting. 5) A high level of written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 6) Proven knowledge and experience of computer use (MS-Word & MS-Excel), preferably with accounting package. 7) Demonstrated leadership capacity. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
How to apply:

To apply, please forward your CV to:

jobs.48396.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com