HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT wanted at Botswana Oil Limited

HEAD OF INTERNAL AUDIT

The incumbent will be responsible for planning, organising and coordinating the Company’s Internal Audit function to ensure the Company is provided with an independent and objective assurance service, designed to add value and improve all Company operations. S/he will assist Management In the effective discharge of their responsibilities, provide the Board and Audit Committee with an independent and objective assurance regarding good corporate governance.

Key Performance Areas

• Implement fraud and corruption prevention mechanisms
• Ensure availability of robust corporate governance structures and processes
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management processes
• Review and report on the compliance of regulations, laws and guidelines in place
• Provide accurate, timely and relevant information for effective decision making
• Provide assurance on the existence, adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls. poftoes and procedures

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Auditing/Accounting or equivalent
• Professional qualifications in Audit or Accounting (ACCA CIMA CIA CISA BJCA CA)
• A member of a professional association in good standing (eg HA ACCA CIMA BICA)
• Certified Internal Auditor qualification would be an added advantage

Experience

• Minimum of eight (8) years auditing experience, three (3) of which should have been at senior management

Skills/Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of accounting and auditing standards
• Proficiency in information technology, particularly computer assisted audit techniques
• Integrity and trustworthiness
• Proven knowledge in the development of a strong control environment
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Analytical skills
• Strategic leadership
• Decisiveness and assertiveness
• Demonstrable compliance to the professional code of ethics and the standard of internal audit