M-Pesa Internal Audit Specialist

Job Description

Job Summary

The Internal Audit Specialist will be responsible for the timely execution of risk-based internal audits in accordance with the audit plan, as well as assisting with other audit matters and projects. This position reports to the HOD: M-Pesa Internal Audit.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and execute risk-based financial, operational and compliance audit testing against detailed plan and audit program 
• Develop a good rapport and solid business relationships with business unit and HQ team members to ensure understanding and acceptance of internal audit requirements, approach and reporting methods 
• Identify, develop, and document audit issues and recommendations using independent judgment concerning areas being reviewed 
• Provide insightful results through audit reporting process 
• Incorporate the use of data analytics within the audit approach to increase the extent of assurance, quality of insight, and efficiency of our audits. Recommend and implement ideas for improving the Internal Audit Department 
• Key performance indicators:
  • Average feedback score from business unit and HQ personnel regarding the audit process and auditor professionalism.
  • Percentage of planned audits completed on time and within budget, with a focus on risk-based areas and in line with defined Vodafone audit methodology.
  • Percentage of identified high-risk control deficiencies that are addressed and remediated within agreed-upon timelines.

Educational Qualifications, Skills, & Experience Required

• Excellent English communication, report writing, presentation, negotiation and conflict management skills to interact effectively with senior management 
• Ability to think analytically, creatively and independently 
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation and conflict management skills with the ability to interact with all levels of the organisation 
• Strong organisational skills, including ability to multi-task, prioritise and be comfortable with a changing environment 
• Experience in data analytics (scoping, delivering and/or consuming) e.g. in tools such as PowerBI or QlikSense 
• ‘Digital’ skills, i.e. fluent in working with audit software and the Microsoft Office365 suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Teams, etc.)
• Experienced in working within complex multinational and/or multi-cultural environments 
• Willing to travel when needed
• Must have technical / professional qualifications: 
  • Bachelor or Master’s in business administration or finance or law or related qualifications 
  • ACCA/MBA/CPA(T)/ CIA, ACA/CIMA
  • At least 3 – 5 years internal/external auditing experience or relevant services industry experience 
  • Expertise in Technology audits, advantageous