About WEI:
WEI/Bantwana Initiative is a Non-Governmental Organization that helps families and children orphaned and made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS to access the comprehensive support and care they need to grow into healthy adults.
About USAID Project:
The Bantwana Initiative of World Education is implementing the USAID’s Better Outcomes for Children and Youth in Eastern and Northern Uganda program—a $24.5 million program with a large sub grant component. The Program is being implemented across 13 districts in Eastern and Northern Uganda. Better Outcomes works with families, communities, Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), Local Government and the private sector to address the long-term, comprehensive needs of vulnerable children and families through improved OVC service delivery.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
· The incumbent will develop risk assessment and corresponding audit plan to align risk level to audit frequency/ rotation
· Carries out general internal auditing, e.g., monitoring claims for thoroughness, reviewing files for proper documentation and reviewing internal operations for compliance
· Performs sub-recipient site visits as needed.
· Complete periodic financial statement and compliance reviews of partners in the field. Meets work standards by following standards; resolving operational problems; identifying work process improvements
· Makes sure that there is compliance with regulations and controls by examining and analyzing records, reports, operating practices, and documentation; recommending opportunities to strengthen the internal control structure
· Provides management reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing management information
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
· The USAID Project Internal Auditors should hold University degrees with emphasis in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field; professional accounting qualification will be an added advantage
· A minimum of two (2) years of work experience in the area of internal audit.
· Knowledge and experience with Generally Accepted Auditing Standards.
· Past experience with governmental/non-profit accounting principles and procedures.
· Self-starter, able to work independently, and entrepreneurial; enjoys creating and implementing new initiatives.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates who wish to join the USAID Project are encouraged to Apply via E-mail only be sending an updated CV and cover letter to: weijobs2015@gmail.com
NB: Please clearly include name and title of the position you are applying for and indicate a preferred location (Jinja, Gulu or no preference) for jobs that are in both locations in the subject line of the email.
Deadline: 15th May, 2015