Overview
This Vacancy Announcement is issued to fill two identical positions within the same organizational unit
Organizational Setting
In accordance with its Charter, the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) provides oversight of FAO's programmes and operations through internal audit and investigation. The Internal Audit Branch of OIG carries out assurance and advisory activities designed to add value and improve the Organization's operations by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes. The Branch conducts its work in accordance with the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF), including the Code of Ethics and the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, promulgated by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and adopted by the Internal Audit Services of the United Nations agencies.
The Branch consists of two units, both headed by a Senior Auditor (Head of Unit): Audit Assurance Unit and Audit Advisory and Professional Practices Unit. Internal audit staff rotate between the two units.
The post is located in the Internal Audit Branch within the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy.
Reporting Lines
The Internal Auditor reports to the Senior Auditor (Head of Unit), of the Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
Technical Focus
Internal auditing.
Key Results
The planning and execution of audit engagements at headquarters and/or field operations with the aim to provide independent and objective assurance and advice to the Director-General, the Oversight Advisory Committee and the FAO Governing Bodies that the programmes and operations of the Organization are carried out with due regard to economy, efficiency, effectiveness and ethics.
Key Functions
* Participates in and/or provides specialist expertise to multidisciplinary audit teams and/or project, programme and operational reviews.
* Plans and conducts audit engagements, from the initial planning, information gathering and interview stages to the final analysis and report writing stages, in accordance with the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and OIG internal audit procedures.
* Prepares using TeamMate, electronic working papers that support audit observations and recommendations.
* Prepares clear and concise draft reports and presents audit results and recommendations orally to the Inspector General and FAO management.
* Participates in capacity development activities and provides on-the job training to other internal audit staff.
* Provides support in developing and/or enhancing internal audit tools and techniques for improved effectiveness of internal audit engagements.
* Contributes to maintaining and updating the FAO Internal Audit Manual.
* Performs other duties as required.
CANDIDATES WILL BE ASSESSED AGAINST THE FOLLOWING
Minimum Requirements
* Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in audit, management, business or public administration, finance, accounting, risk management, economics, law, computer science, information systems or other related field (candidates holding a first level university degree may also be considered if possessing two additional years of relevant work experience and a certification from an internationally recognized auditing or accountancy body such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CMA, CIMA, CISA, or equivalent).
* Three years of relevant experience in an organization using modern auditing, accounting, management and/or information systems techniques (e.g. internal audit department in the public or private sector, or an auditing or management consulting firm).
* Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of English and intermediate knowledge (intermediate proficiency - level B) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish).
Competencies
* Results Focus
* Teamwork
* Communication
* Building Effective Relationships
* Knowledge Sharing and Continuous Improvement
Technical/Functional Skills
* Work experience in more than one location or area of work, particularly in field positions is desirable.
* Demonstrated knowledge of auditing, management consulting or other advisory services and information technology.
* Extent and relevance of experience in performing financial, operational, performance and information technology/systems audits.
* Extent and relevance of experience in using management information systems.
* Demonstrated ability to identify issues, collect and analyse information and develop recommendation and/or solutions.
* Expert knowledge in Excel and spreadsheet solutions.
* Demonstrated experience and ability in report-writing in English.
* Familiarity with specialized audit software is considered an asset.
* Professional certification as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and/or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) is desirable.
* Other professional certifications from an internationally recognized accountancy body such as CPA, CMA, CIMA, ACCA or equivalent is an advantage for candidates possessing an advanced university degree.
* Working knowledge (proficiency - level C) of another FAO official language (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian or Spanish) would be an asset.
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