Audit and Compliance Officer
ACO/LVCT/05/2023
Job purpose
The Internal Audit and
Compliance Officer will support the Audit &Compliance Manager to deliver on
the compliance and internal audit functions of LVCT Health, ensuring that risks
to the organization are well managed and that the organization adheres to its
internal policies, systems, procedures and programs.
He/She will be directly
responsible for the audit function of the office and provide required support
in other audit functions
Roles &
Responsibilities
Assist
with audit planning for assignments being undertaken including review of
preliminary data and risk scoping.
Assist
in monitoring adherence to LVCT Health procedures and policies in relation to
Procurement, Finance, HR and Programs as set out in relevant manuals and
guidelines.
Prepare
risk reports of key and emerging risks including the heat map and ensuring that
risk registers are updated by working with risk champions.
Carry
out assigned audits within timelines and prepare the audit reports for review.
Conduct
periodic risk assessments of the organization and where required partners
within a risk-based audit framework. The audit reports shall form part of
institutional strengthening and performance improvement plans.
Assist
in Coordinating and supporting training and workshops to LVCT Health staff in
collaboration with Line managers on ethics, compliance and risk management, in
particular LVCT Health Code of Conduct.
Facilitate
annual cross-organizational level risk assessments, prepare risk mitigation
plans with focal persons, and support close and efficient monitoring of
progress in the implementation of the risk mitigation plans.
Hold
discussions on issues with management to obtain clarifications and ensure
complete issue resolution including corrective actions.
Attend
meetings and participate in risk review meetings.
Develop
regular review of the LVCT Health risk register.
Assist
with investigative activities whenever called upon including investigations in
cases of fraud, loss or malpractices.
Review
and Update compliance checklists on need basis when new laws or regulations
come into operation.
Prepare
compliance reports on overall status of compliance.
Perform
follow up of corrective actions and update the tracker.
Conduct
spot checks on inventory, cash held and assets in all LVCT Health offices on
compliance with policies and ethical standards at least once per year.
Prepare
accurate and detailed work papers for all audit work done showing all
exceptions, issues and conclusions.
Coordinate
risk assessments, identification and analysis(treatment).
Following
up to ensure statutory/donor and audit/review recommendations are implemented.
Offer
internal financial and systems audit support to the organization.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Minimum
of Bachelor of Commerce Degree in Accounting/ Finance or a Business-related
field from a recognized university and Professional qualifications in CPA part
2. CPA (K) is an added advantage
At
least 2 years’ experience in NGO set up preferably undertaking audit, grants
compliance work or finance related work
Good
interpersonal and team building skills and knowledge of participatory
approaches.
Fluency
in English. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Self-motivated,
honest, high integrity, highly responsible, and punctual.
Flexibility,
adaptability, cultural sensitivity, team player.
Ability
to work both independently and as part of a team.
Good
knowledge and understanding of major donors’ audit and compliance requirements
and reporting guidelines
Demonstrable
ability to work with minimum supervision.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified
candidates are invited to submit their applications and CV along with a cover
letter expressing interest and indicating Salary
history and expectations to recruitment@lvcthealth.org.
The position applied for and reference
number should be clearly indicated on the subject line and
cover letter.
The closing date is June 7, 2023. Only
shortlisted candidates will be contacted. .
LVCT Health is an equal
opportunity employer. Please visit our website www.lvcthealth.org for
more information about the organization.
LVCT Health DOES NOT CHARGE any
fee whatsoever in any part of the recruitment process
