Manager, Audit

Job Description

Organizational Context The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian organization, with a network of 191-member National Societies (NSs). The overall aim of IFRC is “to inspire, encourage, facilitate, and promote at all times all forms of humanitarian activities by NSs with a view to preventing and alleviating human suffering and thereby contributing to the maintenance and promotion of human dignity and peace in the world.” IFRC works to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people before, during and after disasters, health emergencies and other crises. IFRC is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (Movement), together with its member National Societies and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The work of IFRC is guided by the following fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. IFRC is led by its Secretary General, and has its Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. The Headquarters are organized into four main Divisions: (i) National Society Development and Coordination, (ii) Humanitarian Diplomacy and Digitalization, (iii) Management and Accountability and (iv) People and Strategy. IFRC has five regional offices in Africa, Asia Pacific, Middle East and North Africa, Europe, and the Americas. IFRC also has country cluster delegations and country delegations throughout the world. Together, the Headquarters in Geneva and the field structure (regional, cluster and country) comprise the IFRC Secretariat. IFRC has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment and other forms of harassment, abuse of authority, discrimination, and lack of integrity (including but not limited to financial misconduct). IFRC also adheres to strict child safeguarding principles. IFRC’s Office of Internal Audit and Investigations (OIAI) comprises two teams: Audit (internal audit and external audit coordination) and Investigations. OIAI provides independent assurance and investigation services to IFRC. The OIAI team is based across three locations (Geneva, Budapest, and Delhi). To ensure independence, the Director of OIAI has a dual reporting line to the Secretary General and the Audit and Risk Commission. OIAI’s audit team delivers an annual risk-based audit plan; oversees and coordinates IFRC’s annual external audit plan; and provides training and capacity building on audit, assurance, and integrity topics, to IFRC and its members. This role is based in Delhi, India, and may require frequent travel, including occasional travel to fragile and conflict-affected locations. This could require extended time working away from the staff members assigned duty station. Job Purpose Reporting to the Head of Audit, the Audit Manager will act as a member of OIAI’s management team and deputize for the Head of Audit. The job holder will be responsible for managing and overseeing the OIAI Audit Team based in Delhi, comprising six audit team members. The Manager will monitor the delivery of the annual audit plan and provide direction and technical input for audit work, and quality assure all audit assignments. The role is responsible for the delivery of complex or specialized audit assignments. Job Duties And Responsibilities OIAI and audit leadership: Act as a member of OIAI’s management team and deputize for the Head of Audit. Contribute to the delivery of strategic OIAI products (e.g. the annual report, annual appeal and report, donor briefings, and annual conference, etc.). Maintain relevant professional qualifications and complete the required continued professional development (CPD). Role model IFRC’s values and principles in day-to-day operations. Proactively work to create a safe and inclusive environment Delivery Of IFRC’s Global Audit Services: Oversee the delivery of the annual internal audit plan, in line with agreed KPIs. Oversee the delivery of global audit assignments – planning, managing, and monitoring delivery in line with KPIs. Ensure global audit assignments are suitably resourced. Provide expert technical advice and direction on audit assignments. Quality assure audit work (audit scope, testing approach, audit testing, audit reports, and audit opinions), ensuring work complies with GIAS and meet client needs. Deliver complex global audit assignments. Job Duties And Responsibilities (continued) Lead and develop OIAI’s audit team in Delhi: Provide effective oversight and development for the OIAI audit team in Delhi (approx. 6 staff), including direct line management of three staff members. In partnership with the Investigations Manager, ensure effective cross team working. Contribute to the ongoing enhancement of OIAI’s audit approach, methodology, and the delivery of the quality enhancement plan. Build effective relationships across IFRC and provide value-adding advisory services: Act as a critical friend and trusted adviser to IFRC clients and provide ongoing advice, guidance, and advisory services on key risk areas. Lead briefings and presentations on audit delivery, audit findings and trends, and critical risk areas, for IFRC clients and the Audit and Risk Commission. Provide training and workshops to IFRC teams on assurance and integrity topics. Deliver OIAI’s annual appeal activities and provide technical support to the membership: Contribute to the delivery of OIAI annual appeal activities. Provide training and workshops to National Society teams on assurance and integrity topics. Education Required University education to a Master’s degree Internal audit (CIA, PIIA, CMIA) or equivalent qualification (ACCA, IRM etc). Preferred ACFE qualification/CHS IQTS qualification (or CHS tier three qualification) Experience Required At least 6 years of recent professional experience in internal audit At least 3 years of experience in an audit leadership role Experience of risk-based audit methodologies and approaches Experience managing diverse audit team Preferred Experience in working for a humanitarian, charitable or not-for-profit organisation. International experience Knowledge, Skills and Languages Required Knowledge and Skills Sound knowledge of risk-based audit methodologies and practices Sound knowledge of corporate governance, risk management, and internal control Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, collaborate, and influence Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with diverse audiences Ability to gather, analyse, and evaluate facts and use judgement and experience to draw conclusions and reach appropriate decisions on complex problems Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise simultaneously and prioritise effectively Effective leadership and people management skills High integrity, cultural sensitivity, and commitment to inclusion. Languages Required Fluent spoken and written English Preferred Good command of another IFRC language (Arabic, French, or Spanish) Competencies, Values and Comments Values: Respect for diversity; Integrity; Professionalism; Accountability. Core competencies: Communication; Collaboration and teamwork; Judgement and decision making; National society and customer relations; Creativity and innovation; Building trust. Functional competencies: Strategic orientation; Building alliances; Leadership; Empowering others. Managerial competencies: Managing staff performance, Managing staff development Show more Show less