Resident Auditor, multiple duty stations, P4
Department/ Office
OFFICE OF INTERNAL OVERSIGHT SERVICES
Duty Station
OTHER; KABUL; KINSHASA; PORT-AU-PRINCE; DILI (EAST TIMOR); ABIDJAN; NAIROBI; KUWAIT; NAQOURA; MONROVIA; KHARTOUM; EL FASHER
Posting Period
27 April 2011-26 June 2011
Job Opening number
11-AUD-INTERNAL OVERSIGHT SERVICES-19267-P-MULTIPLE D/S
United Nations Core Values: Integrity, Professionalism, Respect for Diversity
Org. Setting and Reporting
This vacancy announcement is for roster purposes for positions in peacekeeping missions or other field operations. The posts are located in the Internal Audit Division (IAD) of the Office of Internal Oversight Services. The Auditors report directly to the Chief Resident Auditor/Senior Auditor/Chief of Section or to auditors in charge (team leaders). Incumbents at this level work individually, as team members, or as team leaders. They are responsible for all phases (planning, field work, and reporting) of audits/reviews and for the development of staff working on those assignments. Auditors report directly to the Chief of Service of the Internal Audit Department (IAD) or Senior Auditor/Chief of Section. They may also function as acting Senior Auditor/Chief of Section.
Responsibilities
Within delegated authority, and under the direction of the Chief of Section, the Auditor will be responsible for the following duties:
Leads audits/special reviews with respect to large and complex operations. Identifies and allocates tasks, coordinates/monitors work, controls audit/assignment resources, consolidates results, etc.
Prepares risk-based audits/reviews. Plans/programmes in accordance with OIOS standards.
Supervises and coaches staff throughout the audit/review with the view to ensuring conformity with OIOS standards in all phases of the audit process.
Empowers and challenges more junior staff to actively participate in the management of the audit/review.
Documents, evaluates and test systems and controls to determine their adequacy and effectiveness, ensuring (i) compliance with policies and procedures, (ii) accomplishment of management's objectives, (iii) reliability and integrity of information, (iv) economical use of resources, and (v) safeguarding of assets.
Prepares working papers for review by Senior Auditor/Chief of Section or the Chief of Service of IAD.
Develops and discusses findings, agrees on recommendations and timelines for corrective action with responsible officer of operations audited, and monitors the implementation status of agreed recommendations.
Drafts audit/assignment reports for Organization-wide consumption, including senior management and the General Assembly.
Prepares presentations, using available technology tools (e.g., PowerPoint).
Makes presentations of audit results to senior management of IAD and senior management of the operation audited.
Monitors the status of audit recommendations.
Appraises adequacy of follow-up action taken on audit findings and recommendations.
Maintains and updates audit programs.
Identifies training needs, develops training programs and materials, and conducts workshops with respect to auditing approaches and techniques.
Evaluates staff performance; performs management review of work performed by assistant auditors, prior to Senior Auditor/Chief of Section review.
Performs other related duties as determined by the Senior Auditor/Chief of Section or Chief of Service.
Competencies
Professionalism
Demonstrates in-depth technical knowledge and hands-on experience in the field of auditing
Demonstrates professional competence and has knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable financial rules and procedures
Identifies issues, formulates opinions and presents conclusions and recommendations
Has the ability to defend and explain difficult issues and positions to staff including senior officials
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships in a multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment
Has knowledge of specialized IT audit applications, such as IDEA, ACL, and AutoAudit
Shows pride in work and in achievements
Is conscientious and efficient in meeting commitments, observing deadlines and achieving results
Is motivated by professional rather than personal concerns
Shows persistence when faced with difficult problems or challenges
Remains calm in stressful situations
Takes responsibility for incorporating gender perspectives and ensuring the equal participation of women and men in all areas of work
Teamwork
Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
Solicits input by genuinely valuing others' ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
Places team agenda before personal agenda
Supports and acts in accordance with final group decision, even when such decisions may not entirely reflect own position
Shares credit for team accomplishments and accepts joint responsibility for team shortcomings
Communication
Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience
Demonstrates openness in sharing information and keeping people informed
Education
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in business administration, finance, accounting or related field. A first-level university degree in combination with qualifying experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree. Certification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is desirable.
Work Experience
A minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in audit (including supervisory functions), finance, accounting, administration, business administration/analysis, programme/project evaluation and monitoring, statistics, computer science or related area. Experience in auditing, preferably in the public sector, required.
Languages
English and French are the working languages of the United Nations Secretariat. For these posts, fluency in English (both oral and written) is required. Knowledge of French or another UN official language is an advantage.
United Nations Considerations
The United Nations shall place no restrictions on the eligibility of men and women to participate in any capacity and under conditions of equality in its principal and subsidiary organs. (Charter of the United Nations - Chapter 3, article 8). The United Nations Secretariat is a non-smoking environment.
Assessment Method
Competency based interviews and other assessment methods as required.
Qualified candidates may be invited to a substantive assessment test followed by a competency based interview.
Special Notice
- The appointment is limited to OIOS.
- This vacancy announcement is for roster purposes. Candidates are asked to specify in the application their preferred location.
- Staff members are subject to the authority of the Secretary-General and to assignment by him or her. In this context, all staff are expected to move periodically to new functions in their careers In accordance with established rules and procedures.
- Extension of appointments is subject to the availability of funds.
No Fee
THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CHARGE A FEE AT ANY STAGE OF THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS (APPLICATION, INTERVIEW MEETING, PROCESSING, OR TRAINING). THE UNITED NATIONS DOES NOT CONCERN ITSELF WITH INFORMATION ON APPLICANTS' BANK ACCOUNTS.