Description

To provide independent assurance and advice to the Board and other stakeholders that the Authority's risk management, governance, and internal control processes are operating effectively.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To head and provide expert advice on formulation and review of internal audit policies; oversee implementation; appraise management systems and practices to ensure efficient and effective utilization of the Authority's resources.
• Design and implement internal audit policies, procedures, plans, and programs in line with the URBRA objectives and strategic plan.
• Develop and review the internal audit charter and ensure that it clearly establishes appropriate reporting lines that facilitate engagement with the management, the Board, and other stakeholders.
• Supervise the implementation of the URBRA Audit Charter and other policies and regulations on auditing.
• Objectively assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance practices, management of risks, giving evidence-based opinions on all aspects of governance, risk management, and internal controls. Review and submit periodic internal audit reports.
• Assess and report on implementation of corrective actions and improvements for both internal and external independent recommendations.
• Review and disseminate quarterly reports to the Board and the Accountability sector committee.
• Ensure that the internal audit's work is aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Conduct special audit reviews as requested by the CEO and the Board of Directors.
• Champion best practices in governance and guide on responses to emerging risks and proposed developments.
• Contribute to the development of the overall strategy of the Authority.
• Provide mentorship and training to the Internal Audit team, fostering professional growth.

PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• An honours bachelor's degree in either Finance and Accounting, Business Administration/Commerce with a bias in Accounting or Statistics from a recognized institution.
• Full professional qualifications of ACCA, or CPA.
• Full professional qualifications of the CIA.
• Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants Uganda (ICPAU) and the Institute of Internal Auditors, global & Uganda (IIA).
• A master's degree in any of the business-related fields from a recognised institution is a must.

Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of work experience, four (4) of which must have served at a Senior level or equivalent level in Government or its equivalent in a reputable organisation.

COMPETENCIES

• Proficiency in Audit Strategy and Planning skills.
• Risk, Control, and Corporate Governance knowledge.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• ICT proficiency and understanding of related controls.
• Strategic thinking.
• Ethics and Integrity.
• Exceptional & ethical leadership.
• Innovativeness.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills (oral and written).
• Interpersonal skills and stakeholder management.
• Mentoring and coaching skills.

• To head and provide expert advice on formulation and review of internal audit policies; oversee implementation; appraise management systems and practices to ensure efficient and effective utilization of the Authority's resources.
• Design and implement internal audit policies, procedures, plans, and programs in line with the URBRA objectives and strategic plan.
• Develop and review the internal audit charter and ensure that it clearly establishes appropriate reporting lines that facilitate engagement with the management, the Board, and other stakeholders.
• Supervise the implementation of the URBRA Audit Charter and other policies and regulations on auditing.
• Objectively assess the adequacy and effectiveness of governance practices, management of risks, giving evidence-based opinions on all aspects of governance, risk management, and internal controls. Review and submit periodic internal audit reports.
• Assess and report on implementation of corrective actions and improvements for both internal and external independent recommendations.
• Review and disseminate quarterly reports to the Board and the Accountability sector committee.
• Ensure that the internal audit's work is aligned with the organization's strategic objectives.
• Conduct special audit reviews as requested by the CEO and the Board of Directors.
• Champion best practices in governance and guide on responses to emerging risks and proposed developments.
• Contribute to the development of the overall strategy of the Authority.
• Provide mentorship and training to the Internal Audit team, fostering professional growth.

• Proficiency in Audit Strategy and Planning skills.
• Risk, Control, and Corporate Governance knowledge.
• Analytical and critical thinking skills.
• ICT proficiency and understanding of related controls.
• Strategic thinking.
• Ethics and Integrity.
• Exceptional & ethical leadership.
• Innovativeness.
• Decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills (oral and written).
• Interpersonal skills and stakeholder management.
• Mentoring and coaching skills.

• An honours bachelor's degree in either Finance and Accounting, Business Administration/Commerce with a bias in Accounting or Statistics from a recognized institution.
• Full professional qualifications of ACCA, or CPA.
• Full professional qualifications of the CIA.
• Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants Uganda (ICPAU) and the Institute of Internal Auditors, global & Uganda (IIA).
• A master's degree in any of the business-related fields from a recognised institution is a must.