Head of Internal Audit Department- Posta Uganda Jobs

KEY JOBFUNCTIONS:

• Formulate and update the internal audit Manual and present it to Management for consideration and to the Board for approval in line with the National Audit Act and International Financial standards.
• Review the reliability and integrity of financial and operating information and make appropriate recommendations in accordance with the Audit rules and guidelines.
• Develop audit plans to carry out the responsibilities of the Internal Audit Department in line with the departmental guidelines.
• Review and make appropriate recommendations on policies, plans, procedures and practices in order to minimize risks and safeguard Posta Uganda’s assets in accordance with Audit rules and guidelines.
• Appraise the economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the use of Posta Uganda’s resources through value for money audits and make appropriate recommendations.
• Prepare quarterly and annual audit reports in line with Posta Uganda’s reporting guidelines.
• Contribute to the planning and filling of staffing needs in the provision of Internal Audit services in Posta Uganda.
• Establish and recommend performance standards and evaluate staff in the provision of internal audit services in Posta in accordance with the HR guidelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

• Honors degree in Accounting
• A professional qualification in Accounting. Possession of a relevant Masters Degree will be an added advantage
• At least five (5) years of progressive and professional auditing experience, of which at least three (3) years should have been as a head of the Audit function.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment within the general policy guidelines and also interpret new business environment issues.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of staff.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Computer literacy in MS Office

How to Apply for the Job

Interested candidates who meet the criteria specified should send application letters attaching copies of academic documents, a detailed CV, as well as names and contacts of three referees to reach the address below by close of business on 25th August 2010.

The Head HR and Administration
Uganda Post Limited (Posta Uganda)
Plot 35 Kampala Road
P.O. Box 7106
Kampala

N.B.
• Posta Uganda is an equal opportunity employer; any form of lobbying or canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification
• Applications received after the deadline will not be considered
• Please quote the title of the job being applied for on the top left hand side of the envelope
• Candidates who do not receive feedback within a month’s time from the deadline should consider their applications unsuccessful.