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Head of Internal Audit at BRAC: (Deadline 23-07-2026)
JOB OPPORTUNITY
BRAC is the world's largest, and leading development
organization dedicated to poverty alleviation and empowerment of the poor.
Initiated in Bangladesh in 1972, BRAC now operates in 11 countries across Asia,
Africa. To counter poverty and promote social empowerment, BRAC strategically
integrates development programs in microfinance, agriculture, health,
education, human rights and legal aid, community empowerment and more.
BRAC Rwanda Microfinance Company PLC is registered with
Rwanda Development Board in September 2018 and was approved license from
National Bank of Rwanda to operate Microfinance and other financial services in
Rwanda. BRAC Rwanda is looking for a competent, dynamic and self-motivated
Rwandan to fill the following regular position.
1. Position: Head of Internal Audit
Department: Internal Audit Department, BRAC Rwanda
Job location: Country Office / Rwanda
Jobs
Reporting to: Direct - Regional Head of Internal Audit,
East Africa Cluster; Dotted - Chief Executive Officer, BRAC Rwanda &
Country Director, BRAC Rwanda
Purpose:
Under the supervision of the Regional Head of Internal
Audit, East Africa Cluster, the Chief Executive Officer, BRAC Rwanda and the
Country Director, BRAC Rwanda, the Head of Internal Audit will ensure the
effective and efficient functioning of an independent internal audit department
in Rwanda, covering both the NGO and Microfinance entities.
Major Duties and Responsibilities of Head of Internal
Audit:
Strategic:
- Develop
and implement a risk-based annual audit plan aligned with BRAC Rwanda's
priorities.
- Provide
strategic leadership in strengthening governance, internal controls, and
risk management frameworks at BRAC Rwanda.
- Advise
the Management Team (MMT/SMT) on emerging risks and control gaps.
- Champion
continuous improvement, innovation, and adoption of audit technologies and
data analytics within the Internal Audit department.
- Ensure
that the BRAC Rwanda Internal Audit department remains independent,
objective, and compliant with Global Internal Audit Standards.
Operational:
- Oversee
the planning, execution, and quality assurance of financial, operational,
compliance, IT, and program audits as per the approved Annual Internal
Audit Plan.
- Review
and approve audit scopes, programs, working papers, and final audit
reports in the Audit system.
- Lead
and coordinate fraud investigations, spot checks, and special assignment
reviews as required by the CEO, Country Director and/or Chairperson of the
Board Audit and Risk Committee.
- Ensure
timely follow-up and tracking of audit recommendations and corrective
action plans.
- Oversee
the internal audit budget, resource allocation, and audit schedules.
- Build
audit awareness and compliance culture in BRAC Rwanda through audit
training for staff.
- Prepare
and present documents for the Board Audit and Risk Committee meetings.
Communication & Reporting:
- Maintain
strong, professional relationships with the Management Team, program
managers, department heads, Regional Head of Internal Audit, donors, and
regulators.
- Ensure
timely preparation and submission of quarterly summarized reports and
target/achievement reports.
- Submit
timely investigation reports with clear findings, evidence, and
recommended actions.
- Provide
periodic updates on risk exposures, fraud trends, audit implementation
status, and control environment improvements.
People Management:
- Lead,
mentor, and supervise the Internal Audit team to build high performance
and technical competence.
- Conduct
performance evaluations, identify skills gaps, and implement
capacity-building and training programs.
- Recruit,
onboard, and orient new auditors in line with departmental needs and
staffing plans.
Safeguarding:
- Ensure
the safety of team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and
exploitation, acting as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise
on safeguarding.
- Practice,
promote, and endorse safeguarding policy among team members and ensure
implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.
- Follow
the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes
place and encourage others to do so.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
- Technical
& Professional Skills
- Leadership
& Strategic Skills
- Governance
& Stakeholder Engagement Skills
- Communication
Skills
- Integrity
& Professional Attributes
Educational Qualification:
Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Business
Administration/Related field, with a concentration in
Accounting/Management/Business Studies or other Commerce background from a
reputed university.
Professional Degree/Certification:
CIA/CPA/CFE/ACCA/CISA/CRMA
Experience:
5+ years' experience in audit-related managerial positions
in renowned organizations, preferably in an NGO.
Self-Help& Motivational
If you feel you are the right match for the above-mentioned
position, please follow the application instructions accordingly:
Candidates need to send a signed Cover letter in PDF format
indicating the title of position applied for, updated CV mentioning educational
grades, years of experience, and copies of academic qualifications. All those
documents should be sent through email: recruitment.rwanda@brac.net
NB: The subject should be the position you have applied
for.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be
called for interview.
Application deadline: 23rd July 2026
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