Internal Auditor

• Post Context

• Principal Duties

• Examining and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the organization’s risk management and internal controls, the quality of performance in carrying out assigned responsibilities to achieve the organization’s stated goals and objectives;
• Submitting to the appropriate IMS BG’s audit authorities and senior management boards an annual internal audit plan for review and approval;
• Preparing and issuing a written report following the consultation of each internal audit engagement;
• Reporting periodically to the appropriate IMS BG’s audit authorities and senior management boards on the internal audit activity’s purpose, authority and responsibility, as well as performance relative to its plan;
• Reporting on significant risk exposures and control issues, including fraud risks, policy and procedure issues and other matters needed or requested by the appropriate IMS BG’s audit authorities or senior management boards;
• Conducting audit assignments extending to all internationally funded and non-appropriated funded activities within the IMS BG in accordance with recognised professional standards of the internal audit profession;
• Directing, programming and controlling financial, risk, governance, performance, compliance and internal control audits of the IMS BG;
• Programming and directing audits to evaluate the effectiveness, efficiency and economy of operations and systems, including Information Technology (IT) systems;
• Following up on previous audit findings to ensure suitable action has been taken;
• Responding to emerging, non-recurring or changing issues in a logical, reasoned, professional and decisive manner;
• Developing and maintaining the IMS BG’s internal audit strategy, internal audit manual and policy;
• Advising the appropriate IMS BG’s audit authorities and senior management boards on audit aspects related to risk management, corporate governance and compliance issues;
• Developing relationships with key senior stakeholders within the IMS BG and the wider audit profession inside and outside of NATO;
• Establishing the objectives and scope of work for each audit assignment as well as planning the resources needed;
• Coordinating audit activities and support during the external audit fieldwork with the International Board of Auditors for NATO (IBAN);
• Performing periodic cash verifications for the IMS BG.
• Performing other related duties as directed.

• Special Requirements and Additional Duties

• Perform a similar range of duties elsewhere in the organisation at the same grade without there being any change to the contract;
• Travel both within and outside of NATO boundaries;
• Work irregular hours whenever necessary;
• Support prototyping/test bed activities for IMS BG’s implementation of the automated financial management system;
• Make recommendations and provide training in audit related policies and procedures to include corporate governance, risk management, internal control and compliance;
• Perform duties in the NATO HQ Crisis Management Organisation.

• Essential Qualifications

• A minimum of six years’ experience in financial, performance, quality, operations and/or IT auditing;
• A sound knowledge of International Public Sector Standards (IPSAS);
• A sound knowledge of financial regulations governing an international organisation or public-sector entity;
• Ability to assess independently scenarios and issues, evaluate options to proceed and provide timely advice on the most appropriate decision.

• A university degree in a related discipline such as accounting, business management, economics, finance (at least to ISCED level 6).
• A professional certification from a recognised Internal Auditing Organization and in accordance with recognised Internal Audit Standards (e.g. Certified Internal Auditor - CIA). Exceptionally the lack of a certification may be compensated by proven particular abilities or experience that are of interest to the post.

• Desirable Qualifications

• Experience as an auditor in a major international/multi-national organisation (preferably NATO) or in a national audit institution;
• Experience performing IT audits in ORACLE Enterprise Business Suite;
• Sound knowledge of NFRs and procedures;
• Strong professional background with at least six years acquired in positions related to the duties outlined;
• Ability to interpret laws, executive orders and directives and to formulate policies and implementing rules and procedures on matters of finance, procurement and property administration.

• An advanced university degree (MS, MA, MBA or equivalent) or post- graduate diploma in accounting, finance, management, business administration or related field (ISCED level 7);
• Certification from a recognised professional accounting body;
• Resource Management Education Programme (RMEP);
• NATO HQ Management Development Programme or similar.

• Personal Attributes

• Mature and tactful;
• Analytical reasoning, sound judgement and flexibility;
• Excellent oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to express oneself clearly and persuasively;
• Professionalism and technical expertise;
• Accuracy and attention to detail;
• Empathy with the concerns of senior management boards and staff;
• Impartiality and the highest standards of personal integrity.

• Candidates must demonstrate the following competencies:

• Achievement: Works to meet standards.
• Analytical Thinking: Sees multiple relationships.
• Clarity and Accuracy: Checks own work.
• Conceptual Thinking: Applies learned concepts.
• Customer Service Orientation: Takes personal responsibility for correcting problems.
• Empathy: Is open to others’ perspectives.
• Impact and Influence: Takes multiple actions to persuade.
• Initiative: Is decisive in a time-sensitive situation.
• Teamwork: Solicits input and encourages others.

• Professional Contacts

• Advises the senior management board of the IMS Budget;
• Interacts routinely with the Financial Controller, the Principal Administrator (Finance) and financial managers in all divisions of the IMS, providing sound advice, problem solving and assistance;
• Interacts with representatives from all divisions, branches and offices from the entire IMS BG.
• Interacts with representatives from the IBAN.

• Contribution to the Objectives

• He/she is the principal independent evaluator of the operational and financial efficiency and effectiveness of IMS BG’s and STO’s activities and procedures;
• He/she ensures the organizations’ credibility before the nations by ensuring that Director General IMS, the NDC Commandant, the NATO Chief Scientist the Director CMRE and Director CSO meet their operational mission in a most cost-effective and efficient manner;
• He/she contributes to mission objectives by proactive identification and correction of potential problems and continuous improvement of working methods and results.

• Remarks

• Security Clearance – NATO SECRET (if not currently held, the incumbent must be eligible for this level of clearance).
• Work Environment – Normal office environment.

• For NATO civilian staff members only: please apply via the internal recruitment portal (for more information, please contact your local Civilian HR Manager);

• For all other applications:

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