Internal Audit Team Head

• Assist in developing the annual internal audit plan.
• Lead risk-based internal audits in accordance with professional standards and bank policies.
• Define audit objectives, scope, and methodology.
• Coordinate audit fieldwork and assign tasks to audit team members.
• Review audit working papers for completeness and accuracy.
• Identify control weaknesses and make appropriate recommendations.
• Prepare clear and concise audit reports for review by the Head of Audit.
• Present audit findings to department heads and follow up on the implementation of corrective actions.
• Supervise and mentor auditors/Senior Auditors during audit assignments.
• Provide performance feedback and support team members’ professional development.
• Promote a culture of integrity and continuous improvement within the audit function.
• Ensure audits are aligned with CBE regulations, Basel standards, and bank policies.
• Monitor emerging risks and contribute to the bank’s risk assessment activities.
• Liaise with external auditors and regulators as needed.
• Maintain audit documentation in compliance with internal standards.
• Support the Head of Audit in preparing reports for the Audit Committee or Senior Management.
• Participate in special investigations or advisory projects as assigned.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge and understanding of bank’s control processes, CBE regulatory requirements, IIA standards & Code of ethics, FMIA Charter/Manuals; drive necessary changes in Audit plan/working programs as directed by Head of Audit.
• Reviewing the bank’s related functions end to end and identify areas of correction / improvement, as and when required.
• Examine and comment on the process for the early recognition of problems/issues (if any) and their remedial management to minimise the loss.
• Preparation / Review of Audit MIS/ Dashboard including audit committee presentation slides relating to audit conducted.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge and understanding of key product, processes and regulatory developments; drive necessary changes in Audit plan/working programs.
• Contributing towards the enhancement of relationship between FMIA and its stakeholders.
• Keeping abreast of the local and international economic trends, banking practices and regulatory prescriptions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Only candidates with Internal Audit experience will be considered
• Bachelor’s degree, or any relevant post-graduate qualification and/or relevant professional qualification and/ or certification desirable.
• 9+ years’ experience Internal Audit with at least 3 years in the same position or similar position.

Skills:

• Expert knowledge of banking activities and processes and associated risks.
• Strong leadership capability and team-oriented with highly developed problem-solving skills.
• Self-directed, able to manage multiple tasks and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent analytical skills.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.