Our client is a reputable government administration that oversees, governs and supports government decisions and executive plans for multiple entities across Abu Dhabi. We are seeking to expand its leadership team with a (Deputy) Head of Internal Audit to be based in Abu Dhabi.

Client Details

Going through a deep transformation, this government body is consistently growing and is responsible for the implementation of the strategic and executive plans carried out by local entities, as well as, assessing their performance. It has over three decades of experience in laying down of the Emirate's strategic and executive plans, foreseeing future opportunities and challenges in all aspects.

It is seeking to hire a (Deputy) Head of Internal Audit to join its leadership team and set up the whole function from scratch, both on a strategic and operational perspective.

Description

* Review and understand the existing processes, create an audit schedule and assess all the functions of the office
* Set up the whole IA function from scratch and support the implementation operationally
* Plan and execute annual audit plans as well as special or ad-hoc audits/investigations for Group of Companies to provide assurance that business and operations risks are adequately mitigated to ensure compliance to the Group policies & procedures.
* Develop annually a risk-based internal audit plan for Audit Committee review and approval.
* Supervise the implementation of the approved plan, ensure proper resourcing for implementation of the plan, and adjust the plan as needed in response to changes in business risks, operations, programs, systems, and controls.
* Keep senior administration and Audit Committee informed about any progressions expected to the internal audit plan.
* Manage the process to track, follow-up, and ultimately close all open audit issues leveraging the Audit Committee, if necessary.
* Overseeing contracts, legislation, regulations, policies, processes, operations, technology, and financials
* Work with each department to understand their operating models, processes and policies.
* Actively participate in executive management meetings and/or committees to ensure that Internal Audit is well-informed of key business developments that could have an impact on audit priorities and/or plans.
* Ensure methodical documentation of work plans, testing results, conclusions, and recommendations. Ensure follow up on findings and corrective actions.
* Provide technical assistance with investigations, special audits, and provide subject-matter expertise as needed.

Job Offer

The successful candidate for this role will be offered a monthly competitive salary and a role within a reputable public organisation. You will report to/collaborate with influencing people and be part of the UAE government transformation.

This is an exciting opportunity for an individual within the internal audit and management functions to further progress with an opportunity to be a (Deputy) Head of Internal Audit in Abu Dhabi.