The Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) invites applications for the vacant position of Audit Specialist.

OAI reports to the Administrator and is responsible for internal audit and investigations services to UNDP and its affiliated entities.

The Audit Specialist will support OAI’s plans to expand its delivery of consulting and advisory services. These audits aim to improve governance, risk management, and internal controls as well as promote the effectiveness and efficiency of operations.

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Responsibilities

• prepare planning memorandums and terms of reference
• conduct researches, reviews, and assessments
• prepare and review working papers and other supporting analyses
• prepare exit conference notes as well as draft reports, incorporating input from other team members
• Present engagement results to management.
• Monitor the status of recommendations and appraise the adequacy of action taken on recommendations.
• Varieties of client Services
• conduct an audit team, audit assignments per the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, governance, and risk management.
• Document findings and communicate orally and/or in writing to the business units on their compliance, performance, and potential for improvement.
• Recommend actions to address shortcomings identified, strengthen internal controls and improve business processes.
• Contribute to the annual risk assessment for UNDP.
• Builds and maintains close working relations with UNDP staff.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of professional practices within OAI.
• Participate in the implementation of his/her learning and training development plan.
• Perform other assignments or tasks as determined by the Director and Deputy Director of OAI.
• Achieve Results, think innovatively, learn continuously as well as adapt with Agility
• Act with determination, engage and enable diversity and inclusion
• Ability to reach an understanding, persuade others, resolve points of difference, gain an advantage in the outcome of dialogue, negotiate mutually acceptable solutions through compromise, and create win-win situations.

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Required Education

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Auditing, Law, Finance, or related field.
• A first-level degree in combination with a certification as Chartered Accountant or Certified Public Accountant may be accepted instead of an advanced degree.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation is required.
• Additional professional training and certifications (CISA, CFE) are an advantage.

Required Experience

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in forensic auditing or another directly relevant area, several of which in an international setting.
• Proven ability to gather evidence and conduct forensic reviews.
• Moreover, working experience in Major Accounting Firms is desirable.

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Language

• Fluency in English.
• Proficiency in French or Spanish is desirable.
• Knowledge of additional United Nations official languages is an advantage.