About US:
PEAS (www.peas.org.uk) is a dynamic charity with a mission ‘to expand access to sustainably delivered, quality secondary education across Africa’. To do this, we build and manage the fastest growing network of sustainably financed secondary schools in Africa, with support from institutional donors, corporates, and government and private funders. Our innovative financial model is pioneering in the field of Public Private Partnerships in development of education.

Job Summary: The Internal Auditor will primarily be responsible for ensuring financial, operational and compliance audits at PEAS Uganda and its network of schools across the country. Work is reviewed by the Audit & Risk Manager and performance is based upon completion of assignments and results obtained. The performance evaluation is conducted through the established PEAS performance evaluation system and in accordance with the PEAS Human Resource Policies & Procedures

Key Duties and Responsibilities:
Regular reviewing the system of internal controls in order to determine whether they are adequate.
Ensure PEAS Assets are properly safeguarded and utilized effectively and efficiently;
Ensure Financial transactions are properly recorded, summarized and reported; and
Ensure PEAS and its network of schools are adhering to all laws and regulations.
Notifying the Audit & Risk Manger of internal control weaknesses;
Making audit recommendations to correct these weaknesses and discussing both the problems and the solutions with the supervisor;
Updating and maintaining all financial records/documentation for all audits and reviews performed.
In charge of analyzing data obtained for evidence of deficiencies in controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud or lack of compliance with managements policies.
Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
Avoid the appearance of conflict, all requirements of the Professional Ethics regarding conflicts of interest in employment, purchasing, and other decisions, including solicitation and acceptance of gifts and favors, and submit in a timely fashion the required annual disclosure statement regarding employment and financial interests.
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as required by the above qualifications or such alternatives as the supervisor may find appropriate.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The PEAS UK Internal Auditor vacancy should hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Professional certifications such as CIA, ACCA and CPA are preferred with a minimum of level 2.
At least two (2) years auditing and financial reporting/compliance with IFRs experience.
Familiarity with IIA Standards and the IIA Code of Ethics.
Possess excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
Communicates effectively in English both orally and in writing.
Honestly and faithfully audit the books and records of PEAS and its schools.
Computer proficiency in financial software and spreadsheets.
Possess the ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.

How to Apply:
All suitably qualified applicants should send an updated CV, with a cover letter outlining the reasons for applying to:
The Human Resource Manager
PEAS Uganda, P.O. Box 23308, Kampala, Uganda.
Plot 2881, Block 216, Ntinda Kisaasi,
Mumbejja Road opposite Ndere Centre.

OR Send your Application and CV only to: email: info-peasuganda@peas.org.uk

Deadline: Monday, 13 April 2015.