Construction Projects Audit Specialist (Re Announced)

Job Description:

The basic objective of the assignment is to strengthen and build the internal and/or financial audit function of Ministry of Finance as per the best practices and auditing standards of IIA and IFRS through capacity building and institutional development

Job Requirements:

Plan and perform audits to confirm internal compliance with approved policies, procedures and generally accepted construction standards and codes.

• Plan and conduct audits of construction and/or restoration projects from start to finish
• Carry out audit of construction affairs i.e. building, electrical work, water supply, sanitation, etc. 
• Plan risk-based audit for construction and restoration projects, ensuring the existence of maps/designs and the conformity of the actual versus planned work.
• Collect, prepare, and organize physical and digital documentation for auditing processes
• Identify key areas and issues for further investigation and analysis
• Evaluate figures, accounts, and statements with audit team members
• Document findings and communicate orally and/or in writing to the concerned Director and Director General on their compliance, performance and potential for improvement
• Recommend and advise on effective implementation of audit recommendations.
• Develop clear and complete reports of audit procedures and findings
• Develop process improvements, standard tools and procedures to improve quality and efficiency of audit
• Maintain audit documentations according to established standards/practices.
• Finalize audit reports and submit to the Director General Internal Audit
• Provide technical assistance and support in preparing audit reports
• Perform other assignments or tasks as determined by Director General Internal Audit / Director Assets Audit & Capacity Building

Capacity & Institutional Development Responsibilities

• Conduct capacity building program for the audit staff
• Provide in-house and on job training to audit staff
• Review drafts of audit reports prepared by audit teams and provide expert guidance
• Review working papers/manuals prepared by the department and provide expert guidance

Job Requirements
Education and Professional Qualification:

• Academic Qualification should at least be GRADUATION in the field of Industrial or Civil Construction from a credible national or international institution. Master’s degree in this field is preferred.
• Professional Certification as Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Chartered Accountant (CA) or other similar and equivalent designation desirable

Experience:

• Having at least Master’s degree or its equivalent degree with 5 years of relevant working experience or having bachelor’s degree with 7 years of professional experience in the relevant field.

Language:

Fluency in Dari, Pashto & English (Reading, Writing, and Speaking) is must.

 
Other Skills:

• Proven inter-personal skills
• Good computer operating skills (MS. Office & Internet)
• Good understanding of Engineering related software i.e. SAP, SAFE, ETABS, Auto Cad, Civil 3D, GIS, Primavera
• Good understanding of procurement and contract laws and regulations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work according to tight deadlines
• Proficient at detailed report writing and presentation

Submission Guideline:

Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit their CVs ,no later than 31 May 2024.
Please clearly indicate “position name & vacancy number” in the subject line of email.
Do not attach your education and working experience documents.

Submission Email:

hr-nta.vacancies@mof.gov.af