Overview

JOB VACANCY: INTERNAL AUDITOR

CCAP Nkhoma Synod Secretariat is urgently seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Internal Auditor.

Location: Nkhoma Synod Secretariat, Lilongwe

Reports to: The General Secretary

Purpose of the Position

The Internal Auditor is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance, as well as advisory services, designed to add value and improve the operations of CCAP Nkhoma Synod. The role involves evaluating and strengthening risk management, internal controls, governance processes, financial management, and compliance systems to ensure accountability, transparency, and stewardship of Synod resources.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Audit Planning and Strategy

• Develop, implement, and periodically review the Internal Audit Charter in line with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
• Prepare risk-based annual and multi-year internal audit plans for approval.
• Develop and update internal audit policies, procedures, and audit programs.
• Maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).

Financial and Compliance Audits

• Review financial records, transactions, and accounting systems for accuracy and compliance with applicable standards, laws, and Synod policies.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to internal policies, donor requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Evaluate safeguarding of assets and adequacy of financial controls.
• Assess taxation compliance and regulatory reporting requirements.

Operational and Performance Audits

• Conduct operational and value-for-money audits to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and economy of programs and departments.
• Review procurement systems and contract management processes.
• Assess information systems controls and data integrity.

Risk Management and Internal Controls

• Identify and assess areas of significant financial, operational, and reputational risk.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance structures.
• Recommend practical risk mitigation and control improvement measures.
• Support management in developing effective risk management strategies.

Fraud Prevention and Investigations

• Conduct fraud risk assessments.
• Investigate suspected fraud, financial irregularities, and misconduct as directed.
• Provide recommendations to prevent recurrence of identified weaknesses.

Reporting and Follow-Up

• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings to the General Secretary, Senior Management, and relevant Committees.
• Monitor and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations.
• Maintain effective communication with management and relevant oversight bodies.

Advisory and Governance Support

• Provide advisory services to management on internal controls, governance, and risk management.
• Promote a culture of accountability, ethical conduct, and good corporate governance within the Synod.
• Represent the Synod on audit-related matters across departments and institutions.

Other Responsibilities

• Interpret and analyze financial and operational data to identify trends and emerging risks.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all audit assignments.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the General Secretary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Auditing, Finance, Accounting, or related field from a recognized university accredited by NCHE.
• Professional certification such as CIA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Mandatory membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Malawi or relevant professional body.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in internal auditing.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), taxation, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in risk-based audit planning and evaluation of internal control systems.
• Proficiency in audit management software and data analysis tools.
• Committed and practicing Christian aligned with the values and mission of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.

Core Competencies

• Sound knowledge of IIA Standards and internal audit best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and independent judgment.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer proficiency (MS Office, accounting systems, databases).
• Ability to analyze large volumes of data and produce comprehensive reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.

• Develop, implement, and periodically review the Internal Audit Charter in line with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards.
• Prepare risk-based annual and multi-year internal audit plans for approval.
• Develop and update internal audit policies, procedures, and audit programs.
• Maintain a Quality Assurance and Improvement Program (QAIP).
• Review financial records, transactions, and accounting systems for accuracy and compliance with applicable standards, laws, and Synod policies.
• Conduct compliance audits to ensure adherence to internal policies, donor requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Evaluate safeguarding of assets and adequacy of financial controls.
• Assess taxation compliance and regulatory reporting requirements.
• Conduct operational and value-for-money audits to assess efficiency, effectiveness, and economy of programs and departments.
• Review procurement systems and contract management processes.
• Assess information systems controls and data integrity.
• Identify and assess areas of significant financial, operational, and reputational risk.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance structures.
• Recommend practical risk mitigation and control improvement measures.
• Support management in developing effective risk management strategies.
• Conduct fraud risk assessments.
• Investigate suspected fraud, financial irregularities, and misconduct as directed.
• Provide recommendations to prevent recurrence of identified weaknesses.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and timely audit reports with actionable recommendations.
• Present audit findings to the General Secretary, Senior Management, and relevant Committees.
• Monitor and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations.
• Maintain effective communication with management and relevant oversight bodies.
• Provide advisory services to management on internal controls, governance, and risk management.
• Promote a culture of accountability, ethical conduct, and good corporate governance within the Synod.
• Represent the Synod on audit-related matters across departments and institutions.
• Interpret and analyze financial and operational data to identify trends and emerging risks.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity in all audit assignments.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the General Secretary.

• Sound knowledge of IIA Standards and internal audit best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and independent judgment.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Advanced computer proficiency (MS Office, accounting systems, databases).
• Ability to analyze large volumes of data and produce comprehensive reports.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Internal Auditing, Finance, Accounting, or related field from a recognized university accredited by NCHE.
• Professional certification such as CIA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Mandatory membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Malawi or relevant professional body.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ progressive experience in internal auditing.
• Strong knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), taxation, and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience in risk-based audit planning and evaluation of internal control systems.
• Proficiency in audit management software and data analysis tools.
• Committed and practicing Christian aligned with the values and mission of CCAP Nkhoma Synod.