Vacancy: Principal Internal Auditor

Date 26 Sep 2019
Company Food and Drugs Board
Location Accra
Job Type Full-time
Industry Public Sector
Description


Job Description



The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) is looking for a highly qualified and motivated person for the role of a Principal Internal Auditor.



Job Purpose 



To provide technical and operational support for the effective and efficient performance of the Internal Audit functions of the Food and Drugs Authority.



Duties and Responsibilities




  • Supervise the collation of data for the formulation of policies. 

  • Coordinate the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of programmes and guidelines' for the Department. 

  • Supervise the development of the Authority's audit universe and risk register. 

  • Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems. 

  • Prepare periodic and annual audit plans. 

  • Collate data for the evaluation of the effectiveness of governance and risk management systems. 

  • Lead in the conduct of periodic, special and annual audits. 

  • Oversee the preparation of budget and work plan of the Department. 

  • Oversee the preparation of annual and other periodic reports of the unit 

  • Supervise and appraise the performance of subordinate staff. 

  • Any other duties to be assigned 




Required Skills or Experience



Must have a Bachelor's degree In Auditing/Finance/Accounting or relevant area 


Must have a Master's degree in a relevant area 


Must be a chartered member of a recognized and relevant professional body. (e.g. ICA-GH/ ACCA/ CPA /CIMA) 


A minimum of six (6) years post qualification relevant work experience, two of which must be in a senior management position



 


Competencies



  • Good knowledge in financial management laws, regulations and fiscal policies 

  • Good leadership, networking and management skills 

  • Good communication, interpersonal and presentation skills 

  • Negotiating, lobbying and conflict management skills 

  • Ability to inspire and motivate staff 

  • Knowledge in relevant lCT applications 

  • Good strategic management skills 

  • Monitoring and evaluation skills 

  • Knowledge in administrative procedures 

  • Report writing skills






How To Apply



Applications should be addressed to: 



The Chief Executive Officer 

Food and Drugs Authority 

P. O. Box CT 2783 

Cantonments - Accra 




  • All applications should be submitted via email to [email protected]


  • Deadline for submission of applications: Two (2) weeks after the date of publishing this notice. 


  • NB. Only shortlisted applicants would be contacted and advance to the next stage of the selection process.





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