Internal Auditor

Date Posted: Mar 02, 2025

Job Detail

Location:

Balkh
Type:

Full Time/Permanent
Shift:

Rotating Days
Career Level:

Entry Level Staff
Positions:

1
Vacancy number:

HIHAO/04/25
Experience:

5 Year
Gender:

Male
Salary:

As per the HIHAO Salary Scale Af
Degree:

Bachelors
Apply Before:

Mar 31, 2025

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About Hand in Hand Afghanistan Organization

Hand in Hand is a global network of NGOs working in 14 countries and counting since 1980, with a shared vision of fighting poverty through job and business creation. Hand in Hand Network’s mission is to work for the economic and social empowerment of the poorest and most marginalized people by helping women beat the odds and succeed as entrepreneurs. Hand in Hand network has created and grown 4.3 million businesses across the globe.

Hand in Hand Afghanistan Organization (HIHAO) is a member of Hand in Hand global network, started working in Afghanistan since 2007. With a global shared mission, HIHAO strives to enhance the economic empowerment of vulnerable Afghan women, fostering increased incomes, greater mobility, and enhanced decision-making authority. Since 2007, HIHAO has been engaged in various development and relief programs with DFID, USAID, EU, SIDA, GIZ, Un Women and increasingly, HIHAO expanded its thematic focus incorporating humanitarian response programs with UNOCHA, FSAC, and UNFAO, following obtaining Afghanistan Humanitarian Fund (AHF) eligibility in 2020.

The project will proactively target the most vulnerable households during the winter and pre-harvest lean season with unconditional seasonal food assistance both in-kind and CBT modalities. The project aims to provide nutrition sensitive, unconditional emergency food assistance to members of severely vulnerable, food-insecure households in targeted provinces to prevent further deterioration of their food security and nutritional status also, to avoid or minimize the need for targeted households to resort to negative coping strategies during the months of most severe food insecurity.

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of Executive Director, the Internal Auditor is overall responsible to ensure that the HIHAO’s financial and operational activities are in full compliance with laws, regulation, and policies, and to provide assurance to the HIHAO’s Management and Stakeholders that the organization’s assets are protected and used efficiently and effectively.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensure that the HIHAO’s financial records are accurate and up to date by reviewing financial transactions, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining an organized filing system.
Develop and implement internal control procedures to minimize financial risks and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse of HIHAO resources.
Monitor and report on compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies governing the HIHAO’s operations.
Provide guidance and training to staff on financial and operational policies and procedures.
Conduct periodic internal audits to assess the effectiveness of the HIHAO’s internal controls and make recommendations for improvement.
Prepare and present quarterly reports on the HIHAO’s financial and operational performance to the management and Board of Directors.
Work closely with the external auditors to facilitate the annual audit and provide necessary documentation and support.
Support with the Preparation of the annual procurement plan in coordination with the Procurement & Logistics Officer.
Work closely with Admin HR Officer to make sure that inventory and asset lists are prepared on standard basis and assessment is carried out based on HIHAO policy.
Review and certify all fund transactions, bank cheques, payrolls, bank reconciliations, etc.…
Review and certify all financial documents such as financial vouchers, procurement contracts, purchase request forms, purchase orders, cash request forms, goods received notes, services received notes, goods distribution list, and so on.
In consultations with the Management, develop and design an Annual Internal Audit Plan for HIHAO Operations, and implement the same.
In consultations with the Management, Develop Reporting Mechanisms (reporting time frames & reporting templates) for the Project Internal Audits.
In consultations with the Management, Develop, design and conduct capacity building mechanisms for Project administration and finance team members (quarterly, annual, beginners and advanced workshops and trainings).
Contribute to reviewing current HIHAO policies and manuals and ensuring they stay up to date, ensuring full compliance with all legislation.
Contribute to developing new policies and regulations for HIHAO operations when needed.
Any other tasks related to the job assigned by the supervisor.

Job Requirements

Education:

Bachelor 's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Professional certifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA preferred.

Experience:

Minimum 3-5 years of experience in internal auditing, financial control, or a related field, ideally in a non-profit or NGO setting.
Experience working with donor-funded projects and knowledge of grant compliance is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies:

Strong understanding of internal controls, risk management, and financial auditing practices.

Proficiency in financial accounting software and tools (e.g., QuickBooks)
Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and handle sensitive information confidentially.
Knowledge of non-profit financial management, donor regulations, and international accounting standards is a plus.

Skills Required

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Submission Guideline:

Qualified applicants should submit their Applications (CV and Cover Letter) to the mentioned email address: Jobs@handinhand.org.af, before Mar 31^th, 2025.

No other documents are needed to be submitted unless invited for an interview. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

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