Lead Auditor, Geneva

Closing date: Tuesday, 24 February 2015

Remuneration: Corresponding annual salary 109,704 Swiss Frs. (CHF)

Salary and allowances are generally tax-free.

In addition, the Global Fund operates a tax equalisation policy.

Benefits: The Global Fund offers a comprehensive package of benefits. Click here to see more details.

Vacancy Number: IRC1881

Closing Date: 24 February 2015

Contract Type: Open

Reporting to: Audit Manager

Work Division or Department: Office of the Inspector General

Role Summary

The Lead Auditor is a qualified and experienced auditor who will lead, and be part of, audit teams comprising experienced professionals in the Audit Unit of the OIG.

Responsibilities

Under the general supervision of the Audit Manager, the Lead Auditor will:

Lead or function as a team member to plan and implement audits and advisory reviews at Global Fund headquarters in accordance with IIA Standards;
Lead or function as a team member to plan and implement audits and advisory reviews at country level in accordance with IIA Standards
Identify potential risk areas and internal control flaws in the course of audits;
Analyze evidence gathered and communicate findings and recommendations to auditees through oral briefings and written reports;
Discuss and agree on recommended management actions and timelines with auditees;
Monitor actions taken by management in response to audit work and reviews, ensuring effective follow up;
Draft audit reports for entire assignment or portion of assignment;
Take initiative in identifying appropriate audit tools, best practices, and identify/perform tasks aimed at ensuring that the audit/assignments are conducted in accordance with IIA and/or ISSAI standards; and
Perform other duties as required by the Audit Director and Senior Audit Manager, including undertaking sensitive reviews;
Training and induction of staff and consultants.

Subject to change by the Executive Director at any time at his sole discretion.

Qualifications

Essential:

University degree or equivalent in Accounting/Business Administration, Economics or related fields; and
Internal audit certification and/or certification from an internationally recognized accountancy body.

Experience

Essential :

At least seven years' experience in audit or a related area such as finance, accounting, business administration/analysis, program/project evaluation and monitoring
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams of experienced professionals in a multi-cultural setting; and
Experience working with multiple sectors, such as international organizations, governments, civil society and the private sector.

Desirable :

Experience conducting audits in developing countries;
Experience in international development; and
Experience and knowledge related to public health, AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.

Competencies

Languages: An excellent knowledge of English and preferably a good working knowledge of French or one of the following: Arabic, Chinese, Russian, and Spanish. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.

Technical Competencies :

Ability to interact with officials at the highest levels of government, civil society, international organizations and the private sector;
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both oral and written, proven ability to clearly and concisely prepare, present, discuss and defend issues, findings and recommendations; and
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work effectively in a team.

Core Competencies:

Personal Effectiveness
Working with Others
Core Expertise
People Leadership
Global Fund Mind-set

Special Travel Requirements

The position requires frequent travel and stays of sometimes more than one month conducting audits covering program and project sites in developing countries.

About the Global Fund

The Global Fund is an international financing institution that fights AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria with a 21st century approach: partnership, transparency, constant learning and results-based funding.

Whether it be the distribution of bed nets to protect families from malaria in Honduras, training youth peer counsellors who will help other teens diagnosed as HIV-positive in South Africa, or providing equipment for the diagnosis of tuberculosis to clinics in Kazakhstan, country-driven programs to fight the pandemics receive funding through the Global Fund.

The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria was created in 2002 to dramatically increase resources to support the fight against the three pandemics. A partnership between government, civil society, the private sector and communities living with the diseases, the Global Fund is an innovative model of health funding. As an international financing institution, the Global Fund does not manage or implement programs on the ground, relying instead on local expertise. The Global Fund works with partners to ensure that funding serves the men, women and children affected by these diseases with maximum efficiency and value for money.

Mandatory cover letter

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