Audit Specialist, Copenhagen

 

Closing date: Thursday, 10 March 2016

Vacancy code: VA/2016/B0046/9535
Position title: Audit Specialist
Level: ICS-10
Department/office: IAIG, Intl Aud and Inv Group
Duty station: Copenhagen, Denmark
Contract type: International ICA
Contract level: IICA-2
Duration: 1 year
Application period: 12-Feb-2016 to 11-Mar-2016
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Background Information - Job-specific
The mandate of the Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) is to support the achievement of the objectives of UNOPS by strengthening the accountability system through the provision of internal audit, advisory and investigations services. The Director IAIG reports to the Executive Director of UNOPS.
In internal audit, IAIG brings a systematic approach to evaluate and enhance the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. IAIG reviews and reports to the Executive Director on the use of resources administered by UNOPS. IAIG performs its internal audit work in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework of the Institute of InternalAuditors (IIA) USA.
IAIG also leads investigations into reports of misconduct, such as mismanagement, fraud,corruption, retaliation on whistle-blowers, abuse of authority, harassment,violation or wilful disregard of UNOPS regulations, rules and other administrative instructions that involve UNOPS personnel, contractors and other applicable persons. The incumbent reports to the Manager, Audit Section.
The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS. UNOPS is committed to achieving a truly diverse workforce.

Background Information - UNOPS
UNOPS supports the successful implementation of its partners' peacebuilding, humanitarian and development projects around the world. Our mission is to serve people in need by expanding the ability of the United Nations, governments and other partners to manage projects, infrastructure and procurement in a sustainable and efficient manner.
Working in some of the world's most challenging environments, our vision is to advance sustainable implementation practices, always satisfying or surpassing our partners' expectations.
With over 7,000 personnel spread across 80 countries, UNOPS offers its partners the logistical, technical and management knowledge they need, wherever they need it.
A flexible structure and global reach means that we can quickly respond to our partners' needs, while offering the benefits of economies of scale.
Functional Responsibilities
The Internal Audit and Investigations Group is pleased to announce this exciting opportunity for an experienced candidate. Under the general supervision of the Director, IAIG, and under the guidance of the Manager of Internal Audit, the individual will conducts internal audits to evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls in accordance with IIA Standards and UNOPS policies and procedures.
This involves financial, operational, performance and compliance audits, as well as the following related activities

• Contributing to the annual audit risk assessment;
• Developing audit work plans, conducting audit field work and preparing reports for issue to management which are clear, concise and as per IIA Standards;
• Preparing working papers and, where appropriate, review those of other team members;
• Communicating orally and in writing audit results to management and making presentations to management is required;
• Undertaking frequent, and at times extended, missions to UNOPS offices, including to areas with hazardous working conditions. Travel requirements are estimated at approximately 30% of the time with field missions lasting from 2-3 weeks;
• Monitoring the status of audit recommendations and asses adequacy of action taken thereon by management;
• Reviewing project agreements with regard to audit clauses;
• Reviewing the terms of reference as well as reports received from outsourced auditors;
• Perform duties as appropriate for managing the long term agreements with audit firms for outsourced project audits.
• Helping manage long term agreements with audit firms for outsourced project audits;
• Identifying recurring and systemic issues in audit reports, as well as lessons learned. Support preparation of reports to audit committees and other bodies;
• Contributing to the ongoing development of professional practices and knowledge management within IAIG and for oneself, including internal and external quality assessments of the internal audit function;
• Undertaking quality assurance of IAIG audit reports to ensure that the final audit reports adhere to editorial requirements;
• Performing other related duties as required, such as advisory services, forensic and special audits etc.;
• Contributing to the professional development of other personnel within the unit.

The incumbent shall report to the Manager of the Internal Audit Section, but is required to support all audit staff within IAIG as deemed appropriate. A formal evaluation of the incumbent's work shall be performed two weeks prior the expiry of the contract term, and at other intervals as required.
Competencies

• Judgement and Conceptual thinking: ability to identify key audit issues, present sensitive and difficult audit findings and recommendations to management;
• Creativity, innovation and initiative;
• Analytical skills;
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and oral, particularly in English language;
• Integrity and objectivity;
• Tactful and balanced approach in dealing with audit matters;
• Excellent interpersonal skills within a range of professional contexts;
• Result orientation and client focus;
• Computer skills;
• Demonstrated ability to use the following tools;
• Microsoft office suite;
• Electronic audit management software (e.g. TeamMate);
• Computer assisted audit techniques (e.g. IDEA);
• Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g. Agresso, Oracle/PeopleSoft).
• Project management tools (e.g. Wrike)

Education/Experience/Language requirements
Education

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Audit, Economics, Business Management, Commerce or other related field is required.
• Bachelor's degree in combination with professional auditing certification and 2 additional years of relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a Master's degree.

Certifications
Any of the following professional certifications are desirable

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Chartered Accountant or Certified Practising Account (CPA).
• National Audit Certification (CPA, CA etc.)
• Certified Fraud Examiner
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA or equivalent)

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of internal audit or other directly relevant experience such as Enterprise Risk Management, assurance, evaluation of risks, internal controls, etc. is required. Candidates with a Bachelor's degree should have two more years of relevant experience.
• Experience with an international audit firm or supreme audit institution is desirable.
• Enterprise Resource Planning systems (e.g. Agresso, Oracle/PeopleSoft) and Computer Associated audit techniques is desired

Languages

• Fluency in English is required.
• Knowledge of French or Spanish is desired.

Contract type, level and duration
Contract type: International Individual Contractor Agreement
Contract level: I-ICA 2
Contract duration: 1 year, renewable subject to satisfactory performance and funding availability
For more details about the ICA contractual modality, please follow this link
https://www.unops.org/english/Opportunities/job-opportunities/what-we-offer/Pages/Individual-Contractor-Agreements.aspx
Additional Considerations

• Please note that the closing date is midnight Copenhagen time (CET)
• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Only those candidates that are short-listed for interviews will be notified.
• Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• For staff positions only, UNOPS reserves the right to appoint a candidate at a lower level than the advertised level of the post
• The incumbent is responsible to abide by security policies, administrative instructions, plans and procedures of the UN Security Management System and that of UNOPS.

It is the policy of UNOPS to conduct background checks on all potential recruits/interns.
Recruitment/internship in UNOPS is contingent on the results of such checks.