Internal Auditor

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development ( OECD ) is an international organisation comprised of 38 member countries, that works to build better policies for better lives. Our mission is to promote policies that will improve the economic and social well-being of people around the world. Together with governments, policy makers and citizens, we work on establishing evidence-based international standards, and finding solutions to a range of social, economic and environmental challenges. From improving economic performance and creating jobs to fostering strong education and fighting international tax evasion, we provide a unique forum and knowledge hub for data and analysis, exchange of experiences, best-practice sharing, and advice on public policies and international standard-setting.

Evaluation and Internal Audit (EVIA) is responsible for Internal Audit and In-depth Evaluations. Both functions are part of a comprehensive control and oversight architecture in the OECD. Internal Audit shall provide the Secretary-General with an independent and objective assurance and advisory activity designed to add value and improve the Organisation's operations. It shall help the Organisation accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

EVIA is looking for an Internal Auditor to join its Internal Audit function to lead mandates as approved by the Internal Audit Work Plans. The Internal Auditor will report to the Principal Auditor, under the general guidance of the Director for Evaluation and Internal Audit. The incumbent will contribute to the management, co-ordination and execution of the Internal Audit strategies and work programmes, with the objective of providing the Secretary-General with an independent assessment of the Organisation's risk management, internal control and governance processes.

Job Description

Main Responsibilities

Conduct Internal Audit activities

• participate in the development of, and periodic reporting on, the Internal Audit Strategy and annual Work Plans;
• plan, execute and draft reports for assigned audits, reviews and other audit/advisory activities aimed at providing assurance on and/or strengthening governance, risk management, internal control, compliance and performance across OECD operations as well as hosted and autonomous entities;
• manage technical assistance from external consultants on assigned audit mandates, ensuring compliance with the Internal Audit guide, methodology and templates;
• perform periodic follow-up with Management to ensure that agreed actions are on track to be implemented, engage with auditees to ensure that the actions implemented address the issues and risks identified, and ensure that the related information technology (IT) tools and processes are kept fit for purpose;
• assist in the liaison and co-ordination with the External Auditor;
• participate in Internal Audit quality assurance and improvement to ensure compliance with the standards of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA);
• contribute to innovation through continuous professional development and activities with international organisation peers, the Institut Français de l'Audit et du Contrôle Internes (IFACI), the IIA and/or other standard setters, to ensure continued use of best practices and leading-edge methodologies in internal auditing;
• provide support to the Principal Auditor and perform other duties as assigned.

Contribute to Audit Committee meetings

• present internal audit reports for assigned audit mandates;
• present the results of the implementation of internal audit recommendations by Management; and
• draft the minutes of the Committee meetings.

Qualifications

Ideal Candidate Profile

Academic Background

• a university degree in business, finance, accounting, information technology, law or related fields; and
• a professional certification in accounting or auditing, such as CIA (Certified Internal Auditor), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), CPA (Certified Public Accountant) or ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accountants).

Professional Background

• a minimum of five years of relevant experience in auditing, financial analysis, accounting or a closely related field, preferably in international organisations, multilateral financial institutions and/or the private sector;
• practical experience of dealing with issues of governance, risks and internal controls, and an understanding of their implications in a national or international forum (diplomatic and intercultural acumen), with a proven ability to formulate assessments and recommendations;
• practical experience in managing external consul