Function:
To lead the entire internal audit function of Sèvis Finansye Fonkoze S.A., so that (1) audit works fulfills the purposes and responsibilities established in the Audit Department Charter, (2) resources are efficiently and effectively employed, and (3) audit works complies with best practices as identified in the auditing profession.

conducting an internal audit or evaluation of all areas of Sevis Finansye Fonkoze’s operations and its branches, including adequate planning for internal control assessments, development of audit procedures, fieldwork, file review, special assignments, surprise audits, meetings, and report writing.
Organizing and Implementing
 Conduct field work according to work plans with department staff.
 Manage, supervise, and review the work of internal audit staff.
 Ensure all operational and other risks are continually reviewed in the course of internal audit work to ensure adherence to professional auditing standards.
 Perform special examinations, procedures, and assignments at the request of management, board, or staff.
 Provide technical and administrative support (e.g., research and guidelines) to the Board Audit Committee, as needed
Monitoring, follow-up, evaluation, and reporting:
 Monitor previous audit recommendations.
 Provide recommendations to strengthen internal control systems, improve policies and procedures.
 Provide audit reports to management and the board that document audit work conducted, in accordance with professional standards of communication.
 Provide quarterly updates to the board audit committee on the status of audit recommendations and any areas that could be the cause of increasing risk to the Fonkoze.
 Submit an annual internal audit department report to the board that outlines the major accomplishments, issues, and challenges of the department and recommends actions to strengthen audit activity.
Staff management:
 Plan, recruit, motivate, and manage internal audit department staff, ensuring the efficiency and adequacy of internal audit skills.
 Provide orientation and annual trainings for staff to ensure the development of professional skills in the department.
 Conduct performance appraisal evaluations for internal audit staff of the department, including setting performance objectives and regular monitoring.
External Audit Firm:
 To coordinate activities to the extent possible with the external auditors to enhance audit efficiency.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
Education:
 Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting.
 Master of Business Administration or equivalent degree in the field in Accounting and Finance or related field;
Languages:
 Excellent written and oral languages skills in English and Creole.
Work experience and skills:
 10 years financial management or auditing experience; at least 4 years in a middle management /supervisory position, preferably in financial institutions. Previous audit experience preferred.
 Extensive audit experience (at least 5 years) with a reputable auditing firm, commercial bank, or microfinance institution.
 Comprehensive knowledge of microfinance institutions and banking.
 Strong knowledge of internal control structures.
 Good understanding of the national legal framework, including taxation of and legal compliance by banking and financial institutions.
Personal skills and characteristics:
 Understands and agrees with Sèvis Finansyè Fonkoze’s mission, goals, core values, and systems.
 Determined personality with initiative and perseverance.
 High personal integrity and honest, principled individual.
 Able to make sound conclusions and relevant recommendations.
 Objective, professional, and able to communicate well both verbally and in writing.
 Capability and willingness to take responsibility; highly developed sense of rectitude.
 Good interpersonal skills, including the ability to coach and train others.
 Good conflict management skills.
 Computer literacy (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc).
 Willingness to travel to local provinces for audit, evaluation work, and other assignments

Job Title: Internal Audit Director
Immediate Supervisor: Board Audit Committee Chairperson
Location: Head Office
Occupational category: Managerial
Department: Internal Audit Department