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Senior Internal Auditor P-5, Rome, Italy

Rome

  • Organization: WFP - World Food Programme
  • Location: Rome
  • Grade: Senior level - Senior - Internationally recruited position
  • Occupational Groups:
    • Accounting (Audit, Controlling)
    • Internal audit, Investigation and Inspection
    • Administration/Finance
  • Closing Date: Closed

ABOUT WFP

The World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency fighting hunger worldwide. The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) is the world's largest humanitarian agency, fighting hunger worldwide. The mission of WFP is to end global hunger. Every day, WFP works worldwide to ensure that no child goes to bed hungry and that the poorest and most vulnerable, particularly women and children, can access the nutritious food they need. In emergencies, WFP gets food to where it is needed, saving the lives of victims of war, civil conflict and natural disasters. After an emergency, WFP uses food to help communities rebuild their shattered lives. Present in nearly 80 countries, the organization has the global footprint, deep field presence and local knowledge and relationships necessary to provide access to nutritious food and contribute to the lasting solutions, especially in many of the world’s most remote and fragile areas.

We aspire to the highest standards of accountability and transparency.

ORGANIZATIONAL CONTEXT

The mission of OIG is to provide assurance to the Executive Director, and to conduct objective and independent oversight activities to protect the integrity and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of WFP’s programmes and operations (OIG Charter, March 2015).

Within the Office of Internal Audit, and reporting directly to the Director of Internal Audit, the Senior Internal Auditor is managing a portfolio of clients and/or major audit assignments, providing substantive guidance and input at the engagement level, as well as managing the delivery and resources allocated to him/her. The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for stakeholder relationship inside and outside the organization on a whole range of audit issues, processes and policies, especially through structured or ad hoc advisory services. Significant input is provided through coaching of the audit team, and definition of the relevant audit approach and methodology. The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for compliance with professional standards and OIGA policies and procedures at the engagement level. He/she contributes to the development/implementation of audit methodology and procedures to ensure timely and quality delivery, in conformity with OIGA’s standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES (not all-inclusive)

We are currently seeking a qualified individual for the position of Senior Internal Auditor at P5 level based at our Headquarters in Rome, Italy.

Under the supervision and direction of the OIGA Director, the Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for the following duties:

  1. Lead a major audit segment in WFP, manage and coordinate highly specialized or multidisciplinary audit teams (e.g. direct and review work of professional Internal Auditors, approve audit plans, strategies and audit observations, monitor outcomes and timely delivery of audit work, etc.) to ensure high performance and excellence in service delivery.
  2. Undertake complex or special audits in accordance with internal procedures and auditing standards to ensure proper planning, high quality and timely reporting.
  3. Lead work planning process including designing and managing risk assessment processes and audit steps to ensure internal control and key risks are identified and assessed.
  4. Hold accountability for clear, timely and accurate audit reports for organization-wide consumption.
  5. Evaluate internal control systems of WFP offices and make solid recommendations to promote operational effectiveness and efficiency, reliable financial reporting, and compliance with WFP strategies, policies and procedures.
  6. Present major audit results and recommendations to WFP senior management.
  7. Provide expert advice to managers across WFP on financial, administrative, operational matters and/or control systems, procedures and activities as well as key management initiatives such as organizational reforms.
  8. Build and maintain effective client relationships in order to facilitate the impact and acceptance of audit recommendations.
  9. Coordinate with staff in Evaluation Office and External Auditors and other offices to ensure efficiency and coherency in oversight services to WFP Managers.
  10. Liaise with counterparts in other organizations on matters of mutual interest including joint audits and projects to promote coherence in the audit functions within UN system.
  11. Review and provide advice on the status of audit recommendations and their proactive implementation in the audited offices.
  12. Promote best practices and capacity development in auditing techniques.
  13. Take a lead in review and development of audit policies and procedures.
  14. Support the Director, Office of Internal Audit in effective management of the office.
  15. Under delegated authority, hold accountability for the effective management of resources within the assigned Audit segment including leading, motivating and developing teams of professionals to enable high performance.
  16. Take responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives in all areas of work, to ensure equal participation of women and men.
  17. Other as required

STANDARD MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

  • Advanced University degree in Audit, Business and Public Administration, Finance or other related field.
  • Completed internal audit certification such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent is required (or proven internal audit experience).

Working Experience:

  • Typically eleven or more years (four of which at international level) of relevant progressively responsible experience in planning, leading and executing major internal audits in various organizations that use modern auditing techniques including auditing automated financial and management information systems and management and operational areas.
  • Demonstrated record of leading audit teams and undertaking major audits.
  • Experience in advisory/consulting work is an asset.
  • Experience in fraud prevention is an asset.

Knowledge & Skills:

  • Demonstrated solid expertise in auditing standards, methodologies and practices including applicable financial rules and procedures.
  • Demonstrated practical use of auditing techniques including familiarity with electronic sources and databases.
  • Knowledge of how to collect information, systemize, analyse and draw conclusions.
  • Strong analytical skills and problem-solving.
  • Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.
  • Strong coordination, planning and leadership skills including ability to influence Senior Managers by consistent and clear communication including interaction across different stakeholder groups.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and setting priorities.
  • Ability to coach staff in undertaking and delivering audit assignments.

Language:

  • Fluency in oral and written English.
  • Knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, French, Spanish, Russian or Chinese); and/or of Portuguese (a UN working language) is highly desired.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Non-Rotational Nature

Mobility is and continues to be a core contractual requirement in WFP. This position is however classified as “non-rotational” which means the incumbent shall not be subject to the regular reassignment process unless the position is reclassified as rotational.

Terms and Conditions

  • The selected candidate will be employed on a Fixed Term appointment, renewable.
  • WFP offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, including basic salary, post adjustment, 30 days’ annual vacation, home leave, an education grant for dependent children, pension plan and medical insurance

Websites to visit before applying:

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS

31 December 2017

To apply follow the link:

https://career5.successfactors.eu/career?career_ns=job_listing&company=C0000168410P&navBarLevel=JOB_SEARCH&rcm_site_locale=en_GB&career_job_req_id=71443

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