Job opportunity at PACE UGANDA

Application deadline is Thursday 18th July 2013

Program for Accessible health, Communication and Education (PACE) is a Ugandan indigenous health organization leading solutions in the health market through the private sector. We deploy social marketing approaches to measurably improve the health of Ugandans. PACE is looking for professionals with the passion to advance development programs in the areas of Malaria, HIV/AIDS, Reproductive Health, Child Survival and Maternal & Child Health.
For more information, please visit www.pace.org.ug You will join a dedicated and dynamic team of personnel located at various parts of the country. Readiness to travel or be based in one of PACE’s regional office will be necessary. You will be someone who values Innovation and Creativity, Open Communication and Teamwork, Transparency and Accountability, Speed and Efficiency, and Recognition and Reward.
POSITION: HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT
Duty station: PACE Head Office –Kampala
Reports to: Audit and Finance Committee (PACE Board)
Job summary:
Objectively assess and provide assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls, investigate stakeholder concerns and provide additional review and consultancy services to help the organization achieve its objectives and bring a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Develop, maintain, and review policies and procedures to support internal audit, whistle blowing and risk management processes.
2. Perform a comprehensive platform risk assessment and prepare an annual risk based internal audit plan to provide management and other stakeholders with assurance on the efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls.
3. Conduct internal audits in accordance with the annual risk based plan; communicate findings and recommendations for improvement.
4. Receive and evaluate whistle blower complaints, management concerns and conduct investigative or special reviews to highlight exceptions and recommend corrective action.
5. Track the implementation of the agreed internal audit (including Global Internal audit) recommendations with senior management, department managers and staff.
6. Prepare, submit and present periodic board summaries of the major audit issues, risks facing PACE and the management actions taken to address them.
7. Prepare and Conduct compliance/internal control training for partners and staff on internal controls, risk management, policies and procedures, laws and regulations.
8. Provide advice and input to senior management and staff on risk management, internal controls, donor and regulatory compliance, to support the development of internal controls, policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration. Professional Accounting or Auditing qualifi cations with a recognized body like ACCA, CPA, CISA, CIA. Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors Uganda will be an added advantage.
Experience:
A minimum of 8 years experience in internal and external audit, finance, risk management in an international NGO, reputable commercial organization or institution.
Key personal competences
• Leadership skills to provide authoritative guidance to functional business area representatives.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact across all levels of management and across all business units.
• Clear and concise oral and written communication skills and the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Capable of working independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to travel nationally 40% of time
Submit all applications to the Deputy Director HR – PACE by close of business Thursday 18th July 2013 at Plot 2 Ibis Vale-Kololo, P.O. Box 27659, Kampala.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.