Internal Auditor

Contract

This is a DRC - National contract. More about DRC - National contracts.

Are you an experienced internal Auditor looking for an internationally focused role in the humanitarian sector?

We are looking for highly qualified internal auditors to be based in our headquarters in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Who we are

The purpose of DRC's internal audit activity is to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value and improve DRC's Operations globally.

The mission of internal audit team is to enhance and protect organizational value by providing risk-based and objective assurance, advice, and insight. The internal audit activity helps DRC accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and control processes.

The independence of the Internal Audit function is ensured by two reporting lines, functionally reporting to the Audit Committee and Administratively to the Secretary General.

About the job

As an internal auditor you will have no direct responsibility or authority over any of the activities audited. Accordingly, you will not implement internal controls, develop procedures, install systems, prepare records, or engage in any other activity that may impair your judgement.

You will be expected to deliver high quality, risk based internal audit assurance, consultancy, and thematic engagement to meet professional standards’ requirement and stakeholder expectations. You will be expected to produce value-adding, audit reports in English that are clear, concise, and timely. You will be expected to maintain strong professional relationships across the organisation, working in real partnership with the team and across the business, ensuring that you keep up to date with changes and events that have a significant impact on the risk profile of actual as well as potential assignments.

Responsibilities:

• Plan audit engagement, field work, and reporting; prepare reports, and communicate findings and recommendations to line and auditee senior management,
• Assess organizational risks through analyzing and evaluating transactional documentation, organizational data and internal controls and offer recommendations to reduce risks and improve processes,
• Identify and report key red flags not part of the audit scope to the Head of Internal Audit for further follow up and action,
• Have access to and assess all organizational data, policy, and procedure for efficiency and compliance,
• Stay updated on the organizational structure, policies, and procedures and on the industry best practices,
• Communicate to Head of Internal Audit any scope limitations,
• Provide input to the audit universe and annual audit plan development,
• Actively contribute to team discussions on commonly identified issues,
• Effectively work with new and changing situations including new regulations, where there may not always be a readily apparent solution,

About you

To be successful in this role we expect that you are knowledgeable in the application of internationally recognised Internal Audit standards and international professional practice framework (IPPF). You have a demonstrated track record of leading and performing internal audit engagements from governance, risk management and control perspective. You have experience working within a multicultural and diverse environment. You are willing to travel to fragile country destinations where DRC operates.

As a person you are an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and a team player.

All employees should master DRC's core competencies: Communicating, Taking the lead, Collaborating, striving for excellence, and Demonstrating integrity.

Moreover, we also expect the following:

Required

• Five (5) plus years of audit experience in public accounting or internal/external audit
• Degree in Audit, Accounting, Finance, or related field (Economics and/or business administration) or relevant professional audit certifications (CIA, CFE, CISA),
• Good analytical, interpersonal, time management and communication skills
• Professional fluency in English
• Ability to work in either Danish, French, Spanish or Arabic,
• Good working knowledge of MS Office package
• Willingness to travel internationally to DRC locations. NB: DRC upholds a very strict Duty of Care policy and will not willingly put any of its staff at risk,

Desirable

• Previous experience from large international organizations
• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics, or experience in working with ERP systems

We offer

Contract length: Permanent

Workplace: Copenhagen, Denmark

Start date: 1st of April 2024

Salary and conditions will be in accordance with the agreement between DRC and AC union agreement (agreement for academics). This is a national position for which local terms and conditions apply.

Application process All applicants must send a cover letter and an updated CV in English. Apply online on our page Current Vacancies at www.drc.ngo.

Closing date for applications: Sunday 31st of January 2024. We expect to conduct interviews in the beginning of February.

Further information

For questions regarding the vacancy please contact Tsira Kobalia either on email: tsira.kobalia@drc.ngo or phone +45 61 31 59 71.

Applications through e-mail will not be considered. For further information about the Danish Refugee Council, please consult our website drc.ngo