Chief of UNHCR Audit Service

This position is located in the Internal Audit Division (IAD) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services (OIOS) and is under the supervision of the Assistant Secretary-General. The incumbent will be based in Geneva, Switzerland and will oversee the team responsible for providing audit coverage to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR).
		Responsibilities
	The Chief of UNHCR Audit Service is responsible for the following: • Coordinates and supervises the work programme of the UNHCR audit service. • Develops an annual risk-based audit plan in consultation with OIOS’ senior management, UNHCR’s senior management, the Board of Auditors (BOA), UNHCR’s Inspector General’s Office (IGO), evaluation function and the Internal Audit and Oversight Committee (IAOC) of UNHCR. • Ensures the timely and effective execution of the audit plan, ensuring the efficient utilization, management and development of staff under his/her supervision. • Maintains contact with OIOS’ and UNHCR’s senior management, the IGO and the IAOC to discuss audit plans, audit results and client related views and concerns. • Coordinates and works closely with the UNHCR Controller and IGO, and liaises with the BOA to ensure appropriate coordination and complementarity on external and internal audits and inspections. The incumbent also keeps OIOS and IGO appraised of any irregularities encountered in the course of audits which could amount to staff misconduct. • Takes part in identifying resource requirements for the UNHCR Audit Service, including initiation of recruitment, assessments  and assignment of staff, preparation of budgets, monitoring budget status, etc. • Oversees audit work and ensures that assignments are conducted in accordance with (i) approved audit work plans and budgets; (ii) OIOS policies and procedures; and (iii) the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing followed by OIOS. • Reviews draft and final audit reports, and other audit-related documents, and provides sufficient guidance and supervision to the audit staff. • Assists with establishing operating guidelines, internal audit manuals, lines of authority, and communicating work objectives and priorities of reporting. • Represents the Service within the United Nations and other organizations as necessary in relation to UNHCR audits. • Carries out such other UNHCR related tasks as may be assigned by the Assistant Secretary-General for OIOS.
		Competencies
	Professionalism – Knowledge of all aspects of auditing, management and the technical field of oversight in general. Proven ability to conduct and supervise complex internal audits, to produce reports and papers on internal audit and to review and edit work of others. Excellent management and technical leadership skills in auditing. Comprehensive knowledge of United Nations policies, procedures and operations. 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. 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; demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed. Judgement/Decision-making – Identifies the key issues in a complex situation, and comes to the heart of the problem quickly; gathers relevant information before making a decision; considers positive and negative impacts of decisions prior to making them; takes decisions with an eye to the impact on others and on the Organization; proposes a course of action or makes a recommendation based on all available information; checks assumptions against facts; determines that the actions proposed will satisfy the expressed and underlying needs for the decision; makes tough decisions when necessary. Leadership – Serves as a role model that other people want to follow: empowers others to translate vision into results; is proactive in developing strategies to accomplish objectives; establishes and maintains relationships with a broad range of people to understand needs and gain support; anticipates and resolves conflicts by pursuing mutually agreeable solutions; drives for change and improvements; does not accept the status quo; shows the courage to take unpopular stands. Provides leadership and takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work; demonstrates knowledge of strategies and commitment to the goal of gender balance in staffing.
		Education
	Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in auditing, finance, business administration, accounting or a closely related field. A first-level university degree in combination with an additional two years of qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. A professional certification in accounting or audit (CIA,CPA, CA, CISA, etc.) is highly desirable.
		Work Experience
	At least 15 years of progressively responsible experience in auditing of which at least 5 years must be at the management level. Experience in audit of humanitarian/emergency operations is highly desirable.
		Languages
	English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For this post fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French highly desirable.  Knowledge of another UN official language is an advantage.
		Assessment Method
	Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise which may be followed by competency-based interview.
		Special Notice
	This position is funded for a finite period of one year and may be subject to extension. Extension of the appointment is subject to extension of the mandate and/or the availability of the funds. Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers in accordance with established rules and procedures.

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