About CeSHHAR Zimbabwe
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is an organisation that specialises in Population health research and programming, including on sexual and reproductive health and HIV/AIDS. CeSHHAR has an extensive national, regional, and international academic and community partnership. CeSHHAR has a diverse range of funders which include the Wellcome Trust, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, United States NIH, UK Medical Research Council, Templeton World Charity Foundation, USAID, Global Fund for AIDS TB and Malaria, UNICEF and UNFPA. We partner very closely with the Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (UK; opportunities for joint appointment exist), Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Health and Child Care and international and regional centres of research excellence to rigorously evaluate national programmes and determine the impact, uptake, and cost effectiveness of novel reproductive health interventions. See more of CeSHHAR’ s work on its webshttp://ceshhar.org/
The Internal Control Officer is responsible for assessing the design and implementation of internal controls, conduct audits and reviews, and provide recommendations to management for enhancing control environments and minimizing risks. Your role involves collaborating with stakeholders, identifying control deficiencies, and promoting a culture of accountability and integrity
Duties and Responsibilities
nternal Control Development and Compliance
• Develop and implement internal control frameworks, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Stay abreast of changes in regulations, laws, and industry standards related to internal controls and risk management.
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, procedures, and ethical standards, investigating and addressing violations as necessary.
Risk Assessment and Audit
• Conduct risk assessments and internal control reviews to identify areas of potential risk, fraud, or non-compliance.
• Perform internal audits, reviews, and testing procedures to assess the reliability and accuracy of financial and operational information.
• Document audit findings, observations, and recommendations in audit reports, and communicate results to management and stakeholders.
Training, Collaboration, and Investigations
• Provide training and guidance to employees on internal control principles, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with departmental managers and process owners to address control deficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct investigations into suspected fraud, misconduct, or irregularities, and recommend appropriate actions and preventive measures.
Qualifications and Experience
i. Minimum academic and professional qualification REQUIRED for this job
1. Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business administration and CIA, CPA or CISA certification preferred.
2. Strong understanding of internal control principles, practices, and frameworks (e.g., COSO, SOX).
3. Knowledge of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
ii. Experience required
1. At least 2-years proven experience in internal auditing, internal controls, or risk management roles.
2. Attention to detail and accuracy in auditing and documentation.
iii. Professional groups/ memberships that the job incumbent should join:
• CIA,CISA, CFE, CPA, CA, and other relevant bodies
iv. Additional training required.
• USAID rules and regulations training.
• Continued professional development.
How to Apply
Step 1: Click to Apply and Complete the Application Form.
Step 2: Submit your CV and application cover letter addressed to Human Resources and send to [email protected]. Indicate the position and duty station you are applying for in the subject line. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.
CeSHHAR Zimbabwe is committed to diversity and inclusion within its workforce, and encourages all candidates, irrespective of gender, nationality, sexual orientation, religious and ethnic backgrounds, including persons living with disabilities, to apply.
The successful candidate will undergo relevant background checks and will be required to commit in writing to comply with the CeSHHAR Zimbabwe safeguarding guidelines.