Internal Auditor - Harare,Zimbabwe

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Establish an internal audit function covering regional activities (production, procurement, sales) in accordance with best practice
Role will report to the Board of Directors who has delegated this to the Chairperson of its Audit & Risk Committee (ARC) and work closely with the rest of the ARC and the external auditor
Develop a framework for planning and executing audits of the operations for approval by the ARC.
Evaluate and provide assurance that risk management, control, and governance systems are functioning as intended and will enable the organisation's objectives and goals to be met
Develop and regularly update the company risk register. Facilitate regular discussions of the Risk Register, capture and monitor the implementation of risk mitigation actions
Define audit objectives and prepare plans to execute the audits
Undertake internal audit reviews of operational and finance areas of the business in accordance with the framework
Review financial systems and report on compliance with the Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (IFRS) and practices
Report risk management issues and internal controls deficiencies identified directly to the audit committee and provide recommendations for improving operations, in terms of both efficient and effective performance
Coordinate documentation and revision of SOPs with key emphasis on adequacy of controls.
Develop Training calendar and facilitate required staff training in specific subject matter areas to add value to internal systems and processes on pertinent issues impacting the business from time to time
Evaluating the business preparedness against business interruption and identifying ways in which the business can deliver better value for money and service
Assist finance team during the annual statutory audits and follow-up on audit findings
Provide support to the company's anti-fraud programs
Carry out special audits and investigations at the request of the Board of Directors, ARC and/or management

Key Skills
Excellent communication skills - articulate verbally and with outstanding writing skills
Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to perform under pressure and work to strict deadlines
Objective, logical, enquiring mind and excellent analytical skills
Tactful, assertive, persistent and a good negotiator
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Ability to communicate effectively with senior management, stakeholders, and the audit committee
Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality, integrity, standards of ethics and professionalism
Relevant knowledge of international standards and quality benchmarking
Willingness to travel to the countries of the companies presence