Consultant for the 2026 Audit of Corporate Secretariat
Remote | Beijing
- Organization: AIIB - Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
- Location: Remote | Beijing
- Grade: ["consultant"]
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Occupational Groups:
- Accounting (Audit, Controlling)
- Internal audit, Investigation and Inspection
- Public, Private Partnership
- Closing Date: 2025-12-26
Consultant for the 2026 Audit of Corporate Secretariat
Consultant for the 2026 Audit of Corporate Secretariat
Application close date
12/26/2025
1. Project Background
The purpose of the Internal Audit Office (IAO) of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) is to provide professional and objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve AIIB’s operations and create, protect and sustain value for the organization. The mission of internal audit is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing independent, risk-based and objective assurance, advice, insight and foresight. The IAO helps AIIB accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes. Corporate Secretariat (SEC) at AIIB serves as the central point of communication among the Board of Directors, AIIB’s management, and its shareholders. It is responsible for organizing key meetings and events, managing the election and appointment processes for leadership and Board positions, and overseeing the admission of new shareholders. Additionally, the office monitors corporate governance developments and supports the Board in aligning governance practices with shareholder expectations.
2. Objectives of the Assignment
As part of the Year 2026 Internal Audit Plan, IAO will carry out an Audit of Corporate Secretariat. The audit aims to assess the design and operating effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control (GRC) processes of the activities of SEC.
3. Scope of Services
Scope of Work - The consultant, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), will assist IAO to carry out the audit engagement within planned timeline. - Duties could include: • Provide guidance as SME in relation to the audit engagement. • Audit Navigator Workshop’s facilitation • Assist in preparation of Audit Planning Memo (APM) and Audit Work Program(s) (AWP). • Provide subject matter expertise guidance on risk assessments and audit field work. • Assist in drafting clear and concise Audit Reports that provide actionable recommendations, with objective and accurate descriptions of key risks and relevant areas for improvement. • Other engagement related duties.
3. Scope of Services (Continued)
(No Value)
4. Consultancy Output / Deliverables
The Consultant, in the capacity of a Subject Matter Expert, will contribute to the development and quality of key audit deliverables by reviewing, commenting, and providing expert insights, and may assist in drafting the Audit Report as needed. Key deliverables include: • Audit Planning Memo • Audit Work Program(s) • Working papers • Testing sheets • Audit Report • Other engagement related work papers
4. Consultancy Output / Deliverables (Continued)
(No Value)
5. Implementation Arrangement
The Consultant is expected to work onsite (preferred) or remotely. Travel to AIIB Headquarters will be determined during the course of the contract depending on business need and will be covered by IAO’s operational budget.
5. Implementation Arrangement (Continued)
(No Value)
6. Support to the Consultant by the Bank
IAO will provide administrative assistance support including for visa, travel, IT requirements, etc. AIIB shall provide an official AIIB email account and access to relevant systems, as necessary. The Consultant is expected to utilize the official email account for all relevant communications.
7. Knowledge Transfer and Training
Required, ongoing through briefing, sharing and training sessions.
Qualification Requirement
• Proven subject matter expertise in governance frameworks and best practices relevant to corporate secretariat functions and systems, particularly within the context of Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs). • Hands-on experience in corporate secretariat activities within MDBs is a plus, with a solid understanding of associated risks and controls. • Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to produce clear, concise, and analytically sound reports, paying attention to detail while effectively conveying complex information. • Audit skills and techniques, particularly in risk assessment and control evaluation, are an added advantage, with the ability to identify gaps and provide actionable recommendations to strengthen processes.
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.