About US:
The Inter University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) is a strategic institution of the East African Community (EAC) responsible for coordinating the development of human resources and research in the region. IUCEA is charged with a number of responsibilities among them being to coordinate academic and research activities jointly undertaken by Partner states and member university institutions. The main objectives of IUCEA are to (i) facilitate networking among universities in East Africa, and with universities outside the region; (ii) provide a forum for discussion on a wide range of academic and other matters relating to higher education in East Africa; and (iii) facilitate maintenance of internationally comparable education standards in East Africa so as to promote the region’s global competitiveness in higher education.

Job Summary: The Internal Auditor will mainly be responsible for supporting the Internal Audit in its execution of the Department’s mandate of providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of Internal Control, Risk Management and Governance processes of IUCEA Secretariat. This involves execution of Internal Audit assignments conducted in line with the IUCEAs annual Risk Based Internal Audit Plan, as well as other ad-hoc assignments and investigations, reporting on results arising there from, and monitoring the status of implementation of recommendations raised. The scope of work includes financial, compliance, value for money, performance effectiveness, and Information Systems audits.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Support the Unit in carrying out financial, operational, compliance, value for money and performance audit reviews of various operations, projects and, processes. Investigate allegations and suspicions of fraud and corruption in the Secretariat to ensure that all the secretariat activities are conducted to the highest standards of ethical conduct, good practice and transparency.
Execute work programs for each assigned audit; prepare draft reports of audit findings, and present audit recommendations for review by the Principal Internal Auditor.
Administer internal audit Tools.
Update and maintain Internal Audit engagement documentation to record engagement objectives, activities, work done and conclusions reached in line with quality requirements specified by the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA);
Guide the Principal Internal Auditor of assignment progress and findings through interim meetings, status reports and upon completion, submit final reports.
Carry out any other tasks assigned by Principal Internal Auditor.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate should either hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Commerce majoring in Finance or Accounting from a recognized institution plus partial certification relevant to the job including Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) OR Accountant Chartered (CA/ACA/ACCA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) OR Possession of full professional certifications certification relevant to the job including Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Accountant Chartered (CA/ACA/ACCA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
At least two years’ experience at least 1 year in Auditing experience will be required;
Competency in Results Based Performance
Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision
Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail
High integrity and confidentiality
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Logical thinking
Organization awareness and commitment.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their hard or soft copies of their application documents including the letter of application, CV, three referees’ contacts, copies of certificates and testimonials and other relevant documents to the undersigned.

Executive Secretary
Inter-University Council for East Africa
Plot M833, Kigobe Road
Kampala, Kyambogo
P.O. Box 7110, Kampala, Uganda

Fax: +256 414 342 007

E-mail to:recruit@iucea.org

Deadline: Monday, 4th January 2016 by 5:00 PM