Applications are welcome from internal and external candidates. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process. For the purpose of this vacancy, internal candidates are considered first-tier candidates.
Context
Under the overall supervision of the Deputy Director, Office of Internal Oversight Services (Internal Audit) and functional and direct supervision of the Audit Manager/Senior Auditor of a Regional Audit Center (RAC), the Internal Auditor will conduct internal audits, including compliance, performance, and management of audits of IOM activities worldwide. The Internal Auditor may also conduct fact finding inquiries and investigations, as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Conduct audits across the organization either by him/herself or as part of a team.
- Prepare and participate in preparations for risk-based audit plans and programmes in accordance with IOM standards.
- Document, evaluate and test systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness to ensure:
- compliance with policies and procedures;
- accomplishment of management’s objectives;
- reliability and integrity of information;
- economic use of resources; and,
- safeguarding of assets.
- Prepare working papers for review by the Auditor in charge or the Head of Internal Audit.
- Develop and discuss findings; come to agreement on recommendations and timelines for corrective actions with responsible officers of audited operations and monitor the implementation status of agreed recommendations.
- Prepare audit reports for the entire assignment or portion of assignment.
- Identify appropriate audit tools, best practices and identify/perform duties and responsibilities aimed at ensuring that the audit/assignments are conducted in accordance with IIA standards.
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Master’s degree from an accredited academic institution, in business administration, accounting, finance, audit or a related field from an accredited academic institution with two years of relevant professional experience; or,
- University degree in the above fields with four years of relevant professional experience.
- Professional certification from a recognized accreditation body such as (Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA) is desirable.
Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.
Experience
- Experience in audit,finance, accounting or a combination thereof.
Skills
- Exercises due professional care by considering the: extent of work neededto achieve the audit plan; relative complexity, materiality, or significance of matters to which assurance procedures are applied; probability of significant errors, irregularities, or non-compliance;
- Demonstrates professional competence and has knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable financial rules and procedures;
- Alert to significant risks that mightaffect objectives, operations, or resources;
- Knowledge of specialized audit management application of Internal Audit (TM+) or similar application is an advantage; and,
- Working knowledge of SAP system and of spreadsheet functionality, such as pivot tables, for the purposes of data analysis is desirable.
Languages
For this position, fluency in English is required (oral and written).
Working knowledge of another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, and Spanish) is an advantage.
IOM’s official languages are English, French and Spanish.
Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.
Required Competencies
IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.
Values – all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these three values:
- Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
- Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
- Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
- Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
- Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.
Core Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2)
- Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
- Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
- Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
- Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
- Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.
Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators (Level 2) (applicable only if position is with direct reports)
- Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization’s vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
- Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
- Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
- Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization’s goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
- Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.
Notes
- Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
- This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
- National Professional Officers should be nationals of the country of their employment. NPOs perform work at the professional level and the same standards of recruitment qualifications and performance, required for International Professional staff.
- Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, verification of residency, visa, and authorizations by the concerned Government, where applicable.
- IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
- IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
- IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM online recruitment system. The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
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