Internal Auditor, P-4, Internal Audit Branch, Office of Audit and Investigations Services, New York

This post is non-rotational.

Duration: One year (renewable)*

[1] No expectancy of renewal in accordance with UN Staff Regulation 4.5

Organizational Setting

The Office of Audit and Investigation Services (OAIS) reports to the Executive Director of UNFPA and is responsible for supporting the achievement of the objectives of UNFPA by contributing to the improvement of its operations, risk management and results through internal audit and investigation services.

To fulfill this mandate, the Internal Audit Branch provides independent and objective assurance and advisory services with the objective of increasing accountability; enhancing risk management, governance and control processes; and improving the effectiveness and efficiency of UNFPA’s operational and programmatic performance. UNFPA performs its internal audit work in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Audit issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

The Internal Audit Branch is creating a pool of suitable candidates to fill current and upcoming vacancies for Audit Specialists. We are herewith inviting applications from outstanding professionals for inclusion in our roster.

Qualifications

Education:

Advanced university degree in Accounting, Business or Public Administration, Finance. (a first level degree in any of the above fields in combination with a professional auditing certification and relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree).
A Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or National Audit Certification (CPA, CA, etc.) is a requirement.
Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) desirable.

Experience:

7 years of relevant professional experience in audit or another directly relevant area, such as governance, risk management and control services.
Significant experience with internal auditing practices and services.

Experience in the following areas would be considered an advantage:

Functional management processes, such as accounting, general administration, operations, etc.
Information technology systems audit and controls.
Performance and/or value for money audits.
Experience in an International Organization (UN system, development aid) would also be considered an advantage.
Ability to use the electronic working papers software (such as TeamMate) and tools (such as Visio),Enterprise Resource Planning systems, preferably PeopleSoft is preferred.

Language skills:

Fluency in English required, with proven ability to express well verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of other UN official languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Spanish or Russian) would be an advantage

Type of contract

Fixed Term Appointment

Level

P-4

Job Category

Administration / Operations / Support

Job ID

5980

Region

HQ in North America & Western Europe

Duty Station

New York