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Internal Control Consultant at African Guarantee Fund (AGF)

--Powermax General Electrical Merchants Ltd--

Job Description

he Internal Control Consultant will be responsible for assisting the Group Chief Internal Controller and Compliance Officer to conduct:

  • Assurance engagements
  • Advisory / consulting engagements
  • Enterprise Risk Management activities
  • Compliance activities

Any other relevant matters/engagements

 

Job Industry

Finance, Accounting And Assurance Services

Job Salary Currency

Job Salary Fixed

No

Key Deliverables

  • Contribute to the development of the annual risk-based audit plan.
  • Establish and update risk-based audit programs.
  • Carry out scheduled assurance or consulting engagements at the Group or subsidiaries level as assigned by the Group CICCO.
  • Evaluate the company’s control, governance and risk management processes and promote their continuous improvement.
  • Review effectiveness and efficiency of internal control system.
  • Determine compliance with AGF policies and procedures and assist the management in implementation of company policies through reporting on adherence or non-adherence of laid down policies of the company.
  • Review company’s compliance with external laws and regulations, and to ensure adherence.
  • Evaluate and report on the effectiveness and efficiency of the implementation of management policies and procedures.
  • Make follow-up on the implementation of the audit recommendation and ensure that improvements are made.
  • Prepare audit reports on findings of the engagement with the entity’s management attaching relevant supporting documents/audit evidence and document their comments on these audit findings.
  • Perform compliance activities in line with the company compliance framework.
  • Prepare a weekly, monthly and quarterly activities report.
  • Perform any other tasks or engagements as assigned by the Group CICCO. 

Essential Qualities

Essential Qualities
  • Masters’ degree in Auditing or Finance or Accounting or Risk Management.
  • Professional Accounting Qualification (CIA or CISA or ACAMS or FICA or any relevant qualification).
  • At least five (5) years’ relevant experience in the financial services industry or in an auditing firm.
  • Working experience with Big 4 Audit Firms or Consulting Firms will be an advantage.
  • Strong analytical, written/oral, communication.
  • Ability to handle multiple assignments under pressure while meeting tight deadlines.
  • Hands-on experience in developing and managing audit plans and strategies.
  • Strong risk-based audit capabilities.
  • Excellent knowledge of and experience with GIAS (Global Internal Audit Standards) and
  • AML/CFT (Anti Money Laundering and Combatting Financing of Terrorism) international standards and requirements.
  • Ability to compile and report results of activities.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and management skills.
  • Bilingual – fluent in English is a must and French will be great plus.

Skills

  • Advanced problem solving, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Good operational risk management skills.
  • Strong prioritization skills.
  • Advanced interpersonal and relationship management skills.
  • Advanced presentation and communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in an evolving environment.
  • Ability to learn quickly / develop the necessary skills.
  • Team player with strong interpersonal and leadership skills
  • Excellent project management and consulting skills.
  • Excellent IT skills.

Additional eligibility competences and desired Characteristics

  • Attentiveness to details.
  • Ability to use Microsoft Office 365.
  • Self-driven individual with a passion and flair for helping SMEs succeed.
  • Ability to work in a professionally and culturally diverse setting.
  • Willingness to travel and work under minimum supervision.
  • Willingness and ability to travel.

Application Process

All applications should be sent via email, attaching your resume and cover letter summarizing your relevant work experience, name and contact information of 3 referees that are familiar with your professional qualifications and work experience to: recruitment@africanguaranteefund.com.

All applications should be clearly marked on the subject line: “AGF - Application for Internal Control Consultant” and will be considered until Friday 30th June 2025 or until the position is filled.


Close Date

30/06/2025

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