INTERNAL AUDITOR Job Vacancy at UNRA

The Board of Directors of Uganda National Roads Authority invites applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the vacant position of Internal Auditor - Technical based on the specifications indicated here below:

Job Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR – TECHNICAL

[ii] Scope of the position:
The holder of this position will be responsible for preparing and ensuring the implementation of technical audit plans for maintenance and development projects taking due regard of UNRA processes and procedures as well as best practices with a view to determining whether there is Value For Money in the various activities undertaken by the Authority. The performance of the post holder is reflected in the effective and timely execution of technical and other audit assignments in the Directorate of Internal Audit.

[iii] Position relationships:
• Reports to Audit Manager
• Takes lead in technical audit exercises under the supervision of the Audit Manager.
• Liaises on with various UNRA staff to discuss project audit process and expected input from auditees

[iv) Key duties & responsibilities
1. Prepare and regularly update technical audit guidelines and procedures that will cover all aspects of the project cycle from project conception, technical studies, procurement, supervision and cross-cutting issues.


2. Carry out planned and adhoc inspections of UNRA activities to monitor compliance with standards and procedures and make recommendations for corrective action.


3. Analyze data and relevant information (including audit leads) on UNRA processes and procedures, and monitor that corrective and preventive actions are undertaken particularly with regard to continuing non-conformances. This will also include identification of candidate activities for detailed technical audits;


4. Review of ongoing contracts for services and works to determine compliance with contract agreements, quality of deliverables and adherence to contract agreement and applicable regulations e.g PPDA, NEMA and other GOU Authorities


5. Engaging with UNRA Staff, contractors and consultants to define and agree scope of technical audits;


6. Undertakes Audit business dealing on a regular and adhoc basis to determine compliance with relevant policies, rules, regulations and laws.


7. Examines on a regular and adhoc basis financial documents, statements, stores records and other reports to verify their accuracy.


8. Examines Authority expenditure to ensure correctness, prudence and Value-For- Money (VFM), in accordance with explicit and implied requirements of the Ministry of Works and Transport (MoWT), relevant Donor Agencies, the Road Fund Board and other stakeholders.


9. Periodically reviews the monthly accounts for accuracy and recommends improvements of transactions in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness.


10. Recommends improvements in performance of transactions, including banking services, in order to improve efficiency and effectiveness.


11. Performs such other related duties as may be assigned by the Audit Manager, from time to time.

[v] Person specification:
The applicant must be a holder of a degree in civil engineering or its equivalent. Likewise a post graduate qualification related to high way engineering would be an added advantage. The applicant must at least be a Corporate Member of a recognized professional Engineering Body (Please attach the Certificate of Registration as proof). At least 5 years road sector experience is required including preparation, feasibility, design and implementation of road development and maintenance projects. Any previous technical audit experience/ monitoring of road projects will be an added advantage

[vi] Position Grade: Grade SG 4

Salaries and Benefits:
Appointments will be made on very attractive, negotiable monthly salary packages plus a range of benefits.

Conditions for Applying:
Applications accompanied by:
(i) A capability statement detailing the applicant’s general qualifications, adequacy for the post and illustrated personal experience
(ii) Copies of testimonials (the applicant must endorse on each copy of the submitted testimonials);
(iii) Detailed curriculum vitae duly signed by the applicant on each and every page and showing previous positions held;
(iv) Current salary;
(v) Three referees; and
(vi) Postal addresses and day telephone contacts of applicant should be submitted to:

The Secretary of the Board of Directors
Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA)
Plot 5, Lourdel Road
P.O. Box 28487
Kampala, Uganda.

To reach the Secretary not later than 9th May 2011 at 17.00 hours. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing or lobbying by applicants or their representatives will lead to disqualification.