The Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), a World Class Centre of Excellence for training in Leadership, Management and Administration located at Greenhill, Achimota

Job Summary

The Head of Internal Audit is responsible for effectively leading internal audits of various schools/departments within the Institute.

Reporting Relationship

The successful candidate shall report to the Rector.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate shall:

•   Lead or assist with the planning, design, and execution of internal audits to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, identify risks related to audit areas, determine compliance with policies, procedures and regulations, and make recommendations for improvement.
•   Conduct effective interviews and perform observations to gather relevant information.
•   Prepare detailed audit objectives, audit plans, audit programmes to support findings, and audit conclusions.
•   Collect, review, and analyse audit evidence.
•   Review and evaluate the work of others.
•   Develop more complex audit issues and strive to ensure that recommendations are viable and accepted by management.
•   Prepare and submit audit reports periodically.
•   Proactively communicate audit progress to the audit team.
•   Perform special projects and reviews as directed.

Qualification Required & Experience

A professional qualification in Accounting or a Master's degree in Finance from a reputable university or any other related discipline with five (5) years professional experience preferably in a tertiary institution.

Competencies

•   Must have strong I.T. skills and working knowledge in accounting packages
•   Must have strong analytical skills
•   Must have strong leadership qualities and be committed to teamwork
•   Must be trustworthy
•   Must be able to work for long and sustained hours.

Location: Accra

How To Apply For The Job

Interested applicants may submit their application, including their most recent curriculum vitae to:

The Human Resource Manager
Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration
P. O. Box AH 50
Achimota, Accra

Email: hr@gimpa.edu.gh

Closing Date: 28 November, 2014