Senior Manager/Principal Manager (IAD)
Quick Summary
Principal Manager: 6 to 8 years of relevant experience Senior Manager: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience Technical Competencies Understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management,
Responsibilities
~2 min readAudit Planning & Risk Assessment
- →Support the development of the annual risk-based internal audit plan aligned with organisational priorities and enterprise risk management framework
- →Perform risk assessments to identify key audit areas, including emerging risks arising from policy, operational, and technological changes
Audit Execution
- →Lead and/or supervise end-to-end audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up
- →Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors standards and public sector guidelines
- →Assess adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance processes, and compliance with relevant laws and regulations
- →Apply data analytics and technology tools where appropriate to enhance audit coverage and insights
- →Identify root causes of audit findings and proposed practical, risk-based recommendations
Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting
- →Prepare clear, concise, and impactful audit reports for senior management and the ARC
- →Present audit findings, key risks, and recommendations to stakeholders
- →Build strong working relationships with auditees while maintaining independence and objectivity
Audit Follow-Up, Advisory & Ad hoc Reviews
- →Monitor and validate the implementation of agreed audit recommendations
- →Provide advisory services on internal controls, governance, and process improvements without compromising independence
- →Support ad hoc investigations and special reviews where required
Team Leadership & Capability Building
- →Supervise outsourced and/or co-sourced audit team, including reviewing work and providing guidance
- →Contribute to capability development in areas such as data analytics, IT audit, and thematic reviews
- →Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional excellence
Continuous Improvement
- →Drive improvements in audit methodologies, tools, and practices
- →Support quality assurance and improvement programme (QAIP) initiatives
- →Keep abreast of developments in public sector governance, risk management, and internal audit practices
Requirements
~1 min readQualifications & Experience
- Degree in Accountancy, Finance, Business, or related discipline
- Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CA, ACCA or CISA will be advantageous
- At least:
- Principal Manager: 6 to 8 years of relevant experience
- Senior Manager: 3 to 5 years of relevant experience
Technical Competencies
- Understanding of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and internal controls
- Familiarity with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards and practices
- Exposure to IT audit, data analytics, or process reviews is an advantage
Core Competencies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and reporting writing abilities
- Stakeholder management and influencing skills
- High integrity, professionalism and sound judgement
Key Attributes
- Independent and objective mindset
- Deliver quality work within deadlines
- Takes ownership and follows through on commitments
- Comfortable working in a dynamic environment, including organisational transformation or mergers
Successful candidates will be offered a contract in the first instance and may be considered for an extension or be placed on a permanent tenure.
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About this job
- Posted
- 36 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 18, 2026
- First seen
- October 3, 2026
- Last seen
- October 24, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 20
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 14%
- Scored at
- October 24, 2026
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