Responsibilities
Coordinate and manage the work of staff and consultants on audit assignments
Competencies : Core Values :
- Integrity;
- Professionalism;
- Respect for Diversity.
Core Competencies :
Awareness and Sensitivity Regarding Gender Issues;Accountability;Creative Problem Solving;Effective Communication;Inclusive Collaboration;Stakeholder Engagement;Leading by Example.Please visit for more information on UN Women's Values and Competencies Framework :
Functional Competencies :
Demonstrated ability to perform and manage risk-based internal audits, operational / performance audits, special audits, financial audits, project audits, and advisory services.Due professional care by considering the : extent of work needed to achieve the audit plan; relative complexity, materiality, orsignificance of matters in risk management, control, and governance processes, probability of significant performance issues, irregularities, or non-compliance; and cost of control in relation to potential benefits.Strong understanding of methodologies for assessing value for money, including the ability to analyze financial and non-financial data to make evidence-based recommendations for cost savings, efficiency gains and improved outcomes.Proficiency in developing audit criteria, key performance indicators, and benchmarks to assess program performance.Demonstrates professional competence and has knowledge of auditing standards and practices, risk assessment, and applicable rules and procedures.Ability to motivate and coach team members.Strong consultative communication skills, both verbal and written.Strong presentation skills and ability to listen actively and respond effectively.Recruitment Qualifications
Education and Certification :
Advanced university degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Auditing or related field is required.A first level university degree with Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor designation and additional 2 years of experience may be accepted in lieu of an advanced degree.Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation desirable. Additional professional certifications (CISA, CFE) are an advantage.Experience :
A minimum of 5 years of professional experience in audit, evaluation, monitoring, risk or another directly relevant area.Experience working in an international organization is required.Experience conducting value for money and / or performance audits or reviews of functions, processes and projects, including proficiency in developing audit criteria, key performance indicators, and benchmarks to assess program performance.Experience using Microsoft office suite, audit management software, computer assisted audit techniques (e.g. ACL, IDEA, TeamMate Analytics and AI tools for auditing) for supporting internal audit work, data management, innovation and technology is required.Experience in the use of a modern web-based Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP), preferably Oracle Cloud, is desirable.Languages :
Fluency in English and French is required;Knowledge of additional official UN languages is desirable (Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, or Russian).Statements :
In July 2010, the United Nations General Assembly created UN Women, the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women. The creation of UN Women came about as part of the UN reform agenda, bringing together resources and mandates for greater impact. It merges and builds on the important work of four previously distinct parts of the UN system (DAW, OSAGI, INSTRAW and UNIFEM), which focused exclusively on gender equality and women's empowerment.
Diversity and inclusion :
At UN Women, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. UN Women recruits, employs, trains, compensates, and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, national origin, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, competence, integrity and organizational need.
If you need any reasonable accommodation to support your participation in the recruitment and selection process, please include this information in your application.
UN Women has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and UN Women, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination. All selected candidates will be expected to adhere to UN Women's policies and procedures and the standards of conduct expected of UN Women personnel and will therefore undergo rigorous reference and background checks. (Background checks will include the verification of academic credential(s) and employment history. Selected candidates may be required to provide additional information to conduct a background check.)
Note : Applicants must ensure that all sections of the application form, including the sections on education and employment history, are completed. If all sections are not completed the application may be disqualified from the recruitment and selection process .
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