Overview
The Internal Auditor will support the Senior Internal Auditor in reviewing and assessing organizational processes, financial controls, and operational practices to ensure compliance with internal policies, donor regulations, and international standards. This role requires conducting audits of varying complexity, preparing reports, and providing recommendations to enhance efficiency, accountability, and risk management within the organization.

Main Responsibilities
• Plan and execute financial, operational, and compliance audits, including fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up reviews.
• Verify adherence to CIDRZ policies, donor rules (USG, CDC, NIH, UNICEF, Gates Foundation), and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Evaluate internal controls, identify risks and weaknesses, and provide evidence-based recommendations for improvements.
• Prepare audit working papers, scoping letters, audit programs, and risk assessments to guide the audit process.
• Collaborate with Program Managers to address audit findings and recommend corrective actions.
• Draft comprehensive audit reports and present findings during exit meetings.
• Conduct special assignments and investigations, including audits of stocks/assets held by external parties.
• Track and update the status of prior audit findings for management review.

Required Qualifications and Skills
• Full Grade 12 Certificate.
• Completed or partial professional qualification (e.g., CIA, CISA, CFE, ACCA, ZICA, CIMA).
• Minimum of 2 years’ auditing experience in a large organization or professional services firm.
• Strong knowledge of internal control frameworks, financial and process auditing techniques.
• Familiarity with donor funding rules and compliance requirements (USG, CDC, NIH, UNICEF, Gates Foundation).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.