IFAD-Project Implementation Unit
Program Management Unit (PMU)
Ministry of Agriculture Annex
University of Liberia Campus, Fendell
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Post Title: Assistant Internal Auditor(1)
Reports to: Internal Auditor
Programme Management Unit (PMU),
Ministry of Agriculture
Primary Location: Monrovia
Start Date: December 1, 2019
Contract Period: One (1) year renewable
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Key results expected / major functional activities include:
Specifically, the Assistant Internal Auditor will:
• Assist to prepare audit plan for approval by the PMU Director and Program Steering Committee (PSC) and ensure
the effective delivery of services and execution of the plan.
• Assist to conduct special investigation as requested by senior management of the program/projects and by the PSC.
• Produce high quality reports that include recommendations to strengthen internal control and improve compliance
with operating policies and procedures, external laws and regulations as well as IFIs’ requirements.
• Assist to prepare annual and periodic budget for the audit function.
• Manage the resources necessary to accomplish the audit plan and requested services within the parameter of the
budget.
• Manage relationships with senior management of the MOA, PMU, PIU, Implementing Partners and other key
stakeholders.
• Maintain a high degree of independence, confidentiality, ethics and professionalism as well as technical proficiency
in all aspects of the internal audit function; and
• Develop and adhere to strict professional methodology for all engagements in accordance with professional auditing
standards.
Competencies
• Strategic thinking and organizational development: Personal influence.
IFAD-Project Implementation Unit
Program Management Unit (PMU)
Ministry of Agriculture Annex
University of Liberia Campus, Fendell
• Learning, sharing knowledge and innovating: Challenges, innovates and contributes to a learning culture.
• Focusing on clients: Contribute to a client-focused culture.
• Managing time, resources and information: Coordinates wider use of time, information and/or resources.
• Team Work: Fosters a cohesive team environment; able to foster and build team spirit, focus and engagement at
all levels.
• Communicating and negotiating: Acquires and uses a wide range of communication styles and skills.
• Building relationships and partnerships: Builds and maintains strategic partnerships internally and externally.
Technical/Functional competencies
• Effective Negotiator and Communicator with proven ability to build and nurture contacts among mainstream
media. Ability to work effectively with others to meet mutual goals; build networks, listen and communicate
effectively to engage others.
• Innovative Performer able to generate innovative solutions, assess risk, make decisions and accept consequences.
• Planner/organizer able to meet tight deadlines in a high-pressure and high-energy environment; flexible and able
to multi-task.
• Strong analytical skills.
Qualification and experience:
• Bachelor degree in Accounting and Finance and at least a Level II candidate for professional certification (CIA,
ACCA, CA, CPA). A Master degree in Accounting or related discipline is an added advantage.
• At least four years of progressive work experience in the field of auditing. Work experience with a reputable
international or national audit firm is an advantage.
• Demonstrated knowledge of professional ethics, auditing standards and auditing procedures.
• Must be computer literate especially in the use of Microsoft office and auditing software packages.
• Willingness to travel to project sites in the counties; and
• Excellent English speaking, reading and writing is required.

All Interested and qualified applicants should address their applications including letter of interest along with Curriculum
Vitae and copies of relevant Diplomas/Certificate to the below address via email: Kindly indicate in the email subject,
the Title of the position you are applying for.
Recruitment Team
IFAD Projects PIU
Programme Management Unit Ministry of Agriculture Email: ifadrecruit@moa.gov.lr or apply through the system below
Deadline for submission of Applications: October 31, 2019 at 5PM GMT
QUALIFIED WOMEN ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY