Internal Auditor

Job description

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Zambia Red Cross Society

The Zambia Red Cross Society (ZRCS) is a Humanitarian Organization established in 1966 by an Act of Parliament CAP 307 of the laws of Zambia as an auxiliary institution that augments government efforts in humanitarian assistance. ZRCS is part of the International Red Cross movement known as International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). In line with its mandate, ZRCS works with various actors in collaboration with Government of Zambia in responding to both man-made and natural disasters. In order to strengthen coordination and management of its financial and resource management, ZRCS hereby invites applications from dynamic, qualified and experienced individuals in related field to take up a positions of Internal Auditor

POSITION: Internal Auditor
REPORTING TO: Secretary General
WORKPLACE Based in Lusaka at ZRCS HQ Offices

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:

2-years fixed Contract with possibility for extension contingent on satisfactory performance and funding availability

EXPECTED DATE OF DEPLOYMENT: May 2025

JOB SUMMARY

The Internal Auditor (IA) will be responsible for ensuring the efficiency, effectiveness of Zambia Red Cross Society’s internal control systems. He/she will be responsible for the adoption of systematic and disciplined audit approaches to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of the organization’s risk management, control, and governance processes. He/She will manage and supervise all internal auditing activities for the Zambia Red Cross Society to analyse the financial processes of ZRCS, identifying risk within business practices and evaluating the controls and put up or recommend appropriate corrective measures. The IA will plan and execute internal audits, reviewing audit data, interviewing and consulting employees and examining business operations in order to improve business performance through risk management and control.

REQUIREMENTS

Bsc degree in Accounting or Finance
Certified Internal Auditor & accredited to the Institute of The Institute of Internal Auditors of Zambia (IIA Zambia)
Certification in Risk Management Assurance
5 years experience in hands on internal audit and/or risk management assurance
Advanced computer skills including MS Office, accounting software, and databases
Proven working knowledge of all applicable auditing standards and procedures, laws, rules, and industry regulations
A high degree of attention to detail and excellent analytical skills
Willingness to demonstrate leadership skills and make sound independent judgments
Ability to analyze data and give correct interpretations

DESIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Ability to understanding technical aspects of finance and accounting when communicating with others.
Ability to pay attention to detail
Ability to work under pressure and managing multiple, competing priorities
Excellent communication –verbal and writing skills

TO APPLY, KINDLY FOLLOW THE LINK HERE.

SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS CLOSES ON 14th March 2025 AT 17:00HRS AND NO LATE SUBMISSIONS SHALL BE ACCEPTED.

ZAMBIA RED CROSS SOCIETY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Zambia Red Cross Society (ZRCS) unequivocally emphasize its commitment to a transparent and merit-based recruitment process. Our organization upholds the principles of fairness and equal opportunity, and we strongly discourage any individual or entity from making payments in exchange for job opportunities within the Zambia Red Cross Society. It is our firm policy to ensure that all our recruitment processes are free of charge, and any claim or request for payment should be considered fraudulent. Any financial transactions related to the recruitment process are unauthorized, and individuals engaging in such practices are not affiliated with Zambia Red Cross Society. We remain vigilant in safeguarding the integrity of our recruitment procedures and appreciate the cooperation of all stakeholders in maintaining a fair and transparent process. We encourage all potential applicants to rely on official communication channels and verify the authenticity of any information related to job opportunities with the Zambia Red Cross Society.