About MSI:
Marie Stopes International exists to bring quality family planning and reproductive healthcare to the world’s poorest and most vulnerable people. We’ve been delivering family planning, safe abortion, and maternal health services for over 35 years. Millions of women worldwide turn to us for help each year, whether in limiting the size of their families, or avoiding dangerous complications in pregnancy or unsafe abortion.
Job Summary: The Internal Auditor will provide independent, objective assurance and consultation to identify and manage risks associated with non-compliance to Marie Stopes International brand, policies, and donor obligations. He / she supports MSI Uganda to deliver its promise to clients, donors and the Marie Stopes partnership. Effective internal audit is a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes across the organisation. The key responsibilities include: effective management of the risk register; regular reporting on mitigation actions taken against agreed actions; the review of policies and systems required to support the management of risk; the independent investigation of key areas of concern that arise; review of Board compliance; and liaison with MSI’s global internal audit function.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Management of the Risk Register:
Evolve and continuously review the Risk Register, securing approval from the Country Director, Regional Director, and MSI and MSU Boards
In charge of the identification of data and indicators to be monitored by directors monthly and reported to Board quarterly in relation to Finance, Human Resources, Procurement and Logistics, Commercial activities, Clinical Quality, and Programme Operations
Revision of risk assessments and introduction of new ones as need arises
2. Review of Policies and Systems across All Departments:
Regular review of all policies and systems and recommendations for amendment
Agreement of minimum standards against each policy area
In charge of monitoring of review timetable
Testing of effectiveness through regular visits and checks
Recommendations for amendments arising from review of implementation
3. Investigation of Key Issues Arising:
Discreet investigations into issues of concern identified by Directors
Responses to whistle blowing
Ensure prompt reports and recommended actions
Independent investigation reports using appropriate methodologies
4. Board and Governance Compliance:
Actively coordinate and effectively minute all Board meetings
Ensure full compliance with all Board documentation for MSI Uganda and MSU
Regular reporting to Board on internal audit and investigation findings, and suggested revisions to risk mitigation as appropriate
Take part in Board Meetings as scheduled and document
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
The applicant should hold a Bachelor of Accountancy degree or equivalent
Professional qualifications in accounting i.e. ACA, ACCA, CIMA or CPA)
Significant senior management experience at a similar level (donor funded and private sector preferred)
Excellent knowledge of financial management systems and reporting
Working knowledge of donor contract requirements for budgeting and reporting
Possess the ability to perform under pressure, handle heavy workloads, and meet stringent reporting deadlines
Proven ability to identify and set performance deliverables
Strategic thinker with excellent analytical skills
Practical experience with electronic accounting systems; knowledge of SUN Systems and mobile money essential
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills
Excellent leadership and management aptitude leading diverse teams at a distance
Excellent organisation and communication skills
Cross-functional team player
Proven leadership and management skills that motivate high performing teams and encourage innovation and creativity
Knowledge of more than one Ugandan language desirable
Proven IT skills with the ability to analyse data for strategic purposes and decision making
Personal Competencies:
Attitude / Motivation: Successful performance at MSI is not simply defined in terms of ‘what’ people achieve, but equally is about ‘how’ people go about their jobs and the impact that they have on others.
Initiative: Thinking ahead and taking action to make the most of opportunities by finding the optimum solution
Innovative: Thinking creatively and outside of the box so that ideas generated create a positive outcome
Effective Communication: Communicating through active listening and good questioning techniques, using appropriate body language, ensuring information is clear and concise.
Responsive: Being responsive to changing priorities and demands
Working Efficiently: Planning, prioritising and organising work to ensure work is accurate and deadlines are met
Sharing Information: Sharing information and knowledge whilst maintaining confidentiality
Focus on Learning: Taking responsibility for keeping knowledge and skills updated and for seeking opportunities to develop further
Commitment: Awareness and understanding of goals, vision and values and how your role impacts on this and going the extra mile to meet role requirements
Driven: Drive and determination to deliver results
Accountable: Taking responsibility for appropriate decisions that you make, and the actions and behaviour you demonstrate
Embracing Change: Openness to embracing change within the organisation and being able to adjust plans/activities accordingly
Motivated: Motivation towards achieving quality results to maximise potential
Team Player: Working as part of a team by being supportive, flexible and showing respect for each other
The Internal Auditor is required to demonstrate MSI Uganda’s core values of:
Accountability of all staff to each other and our clients and stakeholders
Equality of opportunity and access
Value for money in the management of our resources
How to Apply:
All candidates who wish to join Marie Stopes are strongly encouraged to send an updated CV and cover letter via email to: vacancies@msiu.or.ug
NB: Please do not attach transcripts
Deadline: Friday 12th June, 2015 by 5pm