About MUK:
Makerere University is the oldest and premier University in Uganda which strives to becoming the leading institution for academic excellence and innovations in Africa.

Job Summary: The Director Internal Audit will be responsible for the overall internal audit function. The incumbent gives overall direction to the Directorate, establishes/implements audit planning processes, provides auditing policies and procedures, provides overall leadership to the Internal Audit Directorate, coordinates audit work with external auditors, and establishes an audit quality assurance programme. The Director also provides Secretariat to the Audit Committee of Council. The Director Internal Audit shall be responsible to the Audit Committee of Council for the functional controls of audit activities.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
The jobholder will develop, implement and provide oversight of internal audit methods and procedures, thus maintain a comprehensive internal audit plan and system of controls to help provide assurance that applicable laws, regulations and University policies and procedures are complied with judiciously
The incumbent will examine financial transactions for accuracy and compliance with institutional policies and applicable laws and regulations
Evaluate financial and operational procedures to ensure adequate internal controls are present
Identify, assess and evaluate the University risk areas: make appropriate recommendations for improved internal controls and accounting procedures, and ensure adoption of industry best practices where appropriate
Fulfill the objectives of internal audit; thus assist the members of Makerere University Management in the effective discharge of their responsibilities. His/her will furnish them with analyses, recommendations, counsel and information concerning the activities reviewed.
The incumbent will utilize the internal Audit resources to maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal audit activity function;
The jobholder will maintain appropriate auditing standards;
Perform any other duties related to audit as may be assigned from time to time by the Vice Chancellor and Audit Committee of Council.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate must hold an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in a business related discipline from a recognized Institution
Possession of a Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a Business related field
Professional certification in audit related disciplines such as ACCA, CPA and CIA
At least ten years of working experience, five (5) of which must be at Senior Level from a reputable Organization.
Excellent analytical ability
Excellent interpersonal skills
Very good tactical and strategic planning skills
Age Limit: Below 55 years

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified candidates for this managerial vacancy should send applications accompanied by Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set), giving full details of applicants’ academic qualifications, work experience, present salary and names of three Referees plus their postal addresses. The applicants should make sure that at least two Referees have forwarded references concerning their applications. The applications should be delivered to the Directorate of Human Resources, Employment Division Office, Room 409, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University Main Campus, and addressed to:

The Secretary, Appointments Board,
Makerere University,
P.O. Box 7062, Kampala. Uganda

Deadline: 20th April, 2017 by 5.00 pm local time.