AUDITOR

More specifically, the Auditor will\:

• Assess the overall risk and control environment;
  
• Appraise the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of programmes and administrative/support functions;
  
• Review information systems;
  
• Test financial transactions and performance data for accuracy and compliance with UNESCO’s regulations, rules, and policies;
  
• Prepare audit reports in accordance with IOS quality assurance procedures for final clearance by the Director/IOS;
  
• Monitor follow-up actions taken in response to audit recommendations;
  
• When investigatory work is assigned, assist in development of the investigative approach and complete work under guidance of the lead investigator;
  
• Provide assistance in preparing risk assessments of UNESCO business processes and entities through the review and analysis of financial and operational data from IT systems, reports, interviews and other sources.
  
• Assist in developing audit programmes and methodologies for each audit to be undertaken and propose division of duties for members of the audit team;
  
• Prepare, in writing, assignment of each audit team member, guide and review their work, including audit working papers, and provide objective performance feedback to each team member on completion of assignment;
  
• Support IOS Management in preparing reports on systemic issues or any other analysis related to UNESCO’s programmes and operations, recommending improvements to processes, including cost-saving measures, to enhance the economy, efficiency and effectiveness of UNESCO’s programmes and operations;
  
• Provide other support related to IOS mandates as requested by the Director, IOS or the Head of Internal Audit.
  

• At least four (4) years of progressively responsible and relevant professional experience in auditing of which 2 years acquired at the international level.
  

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES

• Ability to make valuable practice contributions, apply existing knowledge to work and provide advice and support to others.
  
• Ability to work independently, with minimum supervision and act on her/his own personal plan.
  
• Advanced knowledge of audit theory and practice, including principles and practical implementation of internal control, enterprise risk management and corporate governance issues.
  
• Strong coordination and analytical skills with ability to collect, synthesise, and analyse complex technical materials (including data) and make concise, relevant recommendations.
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills, with proven ability to draft clearly and concisely.
  
• Ability to work effectively in a team and to maintain effective working relations in a multicultural environment.
  
• Ability to improve performance and satisfaction, embrace extra responsibility, build team morale & consensus and provide constructive feedback.