Internal Audit Specialist
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Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct regular internal audits in accordance with the approved annual internal audit plan, audit scope, and professional audit standards.
- Attend meetings with auditees to understand departmental functions, processes, workflows, and risk areas.
- Perform audit fieldwork including interviews, walkthroughs, audit testing, evidence gathering, and review of documentation.
- Travel to Academy sites as required to meet relevant staff and obtain documents and information.
- Facilitate special ad hoc assignments as directed by the Director of Legal Affairs & Internal Audit or the Internal Audit Committee / Audit Committee.
- Conduct regular internal audit and compliance reviews and assessments of the Academy s internal control and governance frameworks, financials, and other related functions, policies, and procedures.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, operational procedures, financial processes, and governance mechanisms across the Academy.
- Oversee the review of the audit process and its implementation within the Academy by delivering a comprehensive, ongoing risk assessment process to evaluate the effectiveness of legal, financial, and operational control mechanisms.
- Conduct audits to measure the effectiveness of the Academy s risk management frameworks and contribute to strengthening risk-based decision making.
- Identify, assess, and document areas of risk, control weaknesses, process gaps, and non-compliance issues; propose practical recommendations for improvement.
- Develop related corrective plans and recommendations and submit audit reports.
- Draft clear, evidence-based audit reports with actionable insights, root cause analysis, impact assessment, and practical recommendations.
- Prepare concise reports and presentations (as required) for senior management and governance committees.
- Coordinate with respective divisions/departments to follow up on implementing risk mitigation plans and corrective measures.
- Monitor and ensure the implementation and effectiveness of audit-related corrective measures requirements and submit follow-up reports accordingly.
- Agree improvement recommendations with stakeholders to strengthen departmental performance, service delivery, compliance, and governance outcomes.
- Provide advisory support to stakeholders/department heads on improving systems and processes based on internal audit findings, considering Academy growth, reputation, and ethics.
- Coordinate with external auditors and ensure they fulfil the Academy s audit requirements, including facilitating access to documents, stakeholders, and evidence.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure external audit actions are tracked and implemented where applicable.
- Ensure audit activities and recommendations align with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.
- Perform other duties at different locations as requested by the Line Manager or Academy management.
& Experience
- Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) (preferred) or equivalent professional certification (e.g., CISA, CPA, ACCA).
- Minimum 5 to 8 years of proven experience in internal audit, compliance, governance, risk management, or a related assurance role.
Competencies
- Strong working knowledge and practical application of: Global Internal Audit Standards (2025) and IIA Standards / IPPF, audit methodologies, and audit documentation and reporting best practices.
- Strong research capability, analytical skills, and professional judgement.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and audit tracking documentation.
- High standards of integrity, confidentiality, objectivity, and professionalism.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including diplomacy and tact.
- Strong time management and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
- Resilience and ability to perform under pressure and within tight timelines.
Language Requirements
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English and Arabic (Required).
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