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Internal Auditor IRENA Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Department : Strategic Management and Executive Direction

Category : P4

Job Title : Internal Auditor

Job Detail : 

Vacancy Announcement No : HR/VA/2012/O/3808

Indicative Net Annual Salary : USD 67,483 to 76,074 (without dependents) USD 72,467 to 81,927 (with dependents) plus post adjustment, provident fund and other benefits(1)

Duration of Appointment : Two years, with possible extension

Duty Station : Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Expected Date for Entry on Duty : As soon as possible

IRENA is an inter-governmental organization mandated by Governments worldwide to promote the widespread and increased adoption and sustainable use of all forms or renewable energy. It facilitates and analyses the sharing of best practices and lessons learned regarding policy frameworks, capacity-building activities, available financial mechanisms and relevant technologies on renewable energy.

The Director-General has overall responsibility for providing leadership to carry out the Agencys mandate and is also responsible for the efficient and effective management of the Agencys mandate and its Work Programme. As part of the Internal Oversight Function, the Internal Auditor is responsible for providing assurance that programmes and plans are delivered effectively, that strategic management information is reliable and timely, and that continuous improvements are fostered in methods and procedures so as to enhance the quality of the Agencys operations. The Internal Auditor is also responsible for identifying major risks for the Agency and proposing remedial action to minimize such risks.

The position is located in the Office of the Director-General at IRENA Secretariat and the incumbent reports directly to the Director-General.
Within the limits of delegated authority and with operational independence, the Internal Auditor will be responsible for the following duties:

• Provides support to the Director-General by undertaking internal audits and investigations, and when specifically requested organizes inspections, evaluations, and monitoring activity to ensure:

a) compliance of financial transactions with Assembly decisions, resolutions policies, procedures, and recommendations of external oversight bodies,
b) achievement of managements objectives,
c) reliability and integrity of information,
d) economy, efficiency and effectiveness of financial, physical and human resources management and utilization, and of programme delivery, and
e) assets safeguarding.

• Makes observations and proposes recommendations and timelines for corrective action in consultation with relevant programme managers; monitors the implementation status of agreed recommendations; drafts audit reports for the Director-General and conducts reporting in accordance with the Interim Financial Regulations; appraises adequacy of follow-up action taken on audit finding and recommendations.
• Prepares risk-based audits/reviews.
• Maintains and updates audit programs.
• Identifies training needs, develops training programs and materials, and conducts workshops for auditees.
• Performs other related duties as determined by the Director-General.

Competencies:

Professionalism:

Knowledge of auditing standards and practices, knowledge of generally applicable financial rules and procedures. Ability to identify issues, formulate opinions and present conclusions and recommendations. Shows pride in work and in achievements; demonstrates professional objectivity, competence and mastery of subject matter; is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results; is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns; shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges; remains calm in stressful situations.

Communication:

Speaks and writes clearly and effectively; listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately; asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication; tailors language, tone, style and format to match audience.

Teamwork:

Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals; solicits input by genuinely valuing others ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others; places team agenda before personal agenda; supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position; shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings.

Planning & Organizing:

Develops clear goals that are consistent with agreed strategies; identifies priority activities and assignments; adjusts priorities as required; allocates appropriate amount of time and resources for completing work; foresees risks and allows for contingencies when planning; monitors and adjusts plans and actions as necessary; uses time efficiently.

Qualifications

Education:

Advanced university degree (Master’s degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent is desirable.

Experience:

A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in audit, finance, accounting, administration, statistics, computer science or related area. Internal and/or external audit experience with international organizations is desirable.

Language:

Excellent command of written and spoken English is required. Knowledge of other languages is desirable.

Qualified candidates must apply for the above mentioned vacancy on-line by submitting a complete and comprehensive CV and a letter of interest, including details of two professional references who will be contacted if their application is shortlisted.

Please note that only candidates under serious consideration will be contacted for an interview and will receive notice of the final outcome of the selection process.

(1) The amounts for the following benefits are only indicative and subject to periodic adjustments: Post Adjustment (currently 74.9% of the Annual Net Salary), Dependency allowance (US$2,929 per annum per dependent child), non-removal allowance (US$2,700 with dependents, US$2,020 without dependents), hardship allowance (US$6,970 with dependents,US$5,230 without dependents), Medical Insurance for Staff Members and dependents, Rental subsidy (currently 35% of the annual rent up to a maximum ceiling of AED 250,000 per annum), Provident Fund, and other entitlements as applicable.

Posted Date : 21/11/2012
Expiry Date : 12/12/2012

To Apply:
http://www.irena.org/Jobs/desc.aspx?JobID=31&PriMenuID=13&CatID=58&SubCatID=0&mnu=Pri