The role holder duties will include but not limited to;

Supervision and performance of Internal audit reviews, special investigations to reinforce compliance to processes, procedure and controls
Ensure that processes and procedures are in place for fraud prevention, instituting risk assessment and control awareness programs across all functions
Preparation of all reports required for presentation to Airtel Senior Management including the Chief Internal Auditor on the status of reviews
Champion the implementation of Group Audit and Enterprise Risk initiatives and oversee the timely delivery of the audit plan
Facilitate departmental risk assessments to identify high risk areas within the organization to improve internal control environment
Review functional control mitigation plans to ensure adequate and prioritized management attention on known issues and preventing recurrences
Ensure that issues arising from audit and other compliance reviews are well understood by all levels of management and staff
Reduce fraud related losses by assisting in the identification of control weaknesses and implementing control solutions for future improvements
Assist in the development and delivery of awareness training and activities as part of the fraud prevention program
Maintain a calendar for the board audit committee meetings for timely and accurate audit and risk engagements

Qualifications, Competencies and Behaviors required

Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Technology, or Finance
ACCA/CPA/CISA or other relevant professional qualification will be an added advantage
Minimum 8 years’ work experience in governance, risk, control or audit related roles preferably in Telecoms/Service or mobile financial services industry added advantage. IT Audit experience added advantage
Strong planning, analytical and problem-solving skills
Hands on attitude with ability to handle and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously
High personal standards and results oriented
Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder management and collaboration
Excellent and effective communication skills