Director of Internal Audit at Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)

Application Deadline: 22 Apr 2015

Director of Internal Audit POSITION DESCRIPTION:

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The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) is an independent, world class regulatory authority responsible for licensing, tariff regulation and quality of service regulation of the electricity, water, petroleum and natural gas sectors. EWURA has the following vacancy for which suitably qualified Tanzanian citizens are invited to apply

Post Title: Director of Internal Audit – One Post
Duty Station: EWURA Head Office – Dar es Salaam

Reports to: Board of Directors
The Director of Internal Audit reports functionally to the Board of Directors and to the Director General on administrative matters. The Directorate assists the Board and Management in instituting effective internal control system, risk management and good governance processes.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:
a) To formulate, present for the Board’s approval and implement internal audit policies which are in line with the Authority’s regulatory function.
b) To coordinate risk assessment on EWURA operations, advising the Authority on possible risk factors and designing appropriate control/mitigating measures;
c) To advise the Authority on possible risk factors and design appropriate control/mitigating measures;
d) To prepare and implement an internal audit plan that provides quality assurance;
e) To review and advise on compliance of existing laws on operations of the Authority;
f) To validate whether results of operations are consistent with established and approved budget by performing operational reviews and appraising the economy, efficiency and effectiveness with which resources are employed;
g) To carry out examination of financial accounting and supporting documents to ensure compliance with the existing financial regulations;
h) To evaluate the effectiveness of existing system of internal control and recommend appropriate improvement;
i) To identify and recommend relevant policies that ensures the Authority’s assets are properly accounted and safeguard from loss;
j) To prepare and submit periodic internal audit reports;
k) To conduct and supervise investigation of special assignments;
l) To effectively administer all resources allocated to the Directorate, including offering technical and operational support to staff members in the Division; and
m) To undertake any other duties as assigned by the Director General and/or Board of Directors.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate for this position should have the following qualifications and experience:
a) University Degree/ Advanced Diploma majoring in Accounting or finance from a recognized higher learning institution;
b) Masters degree majoring in Accounting or Finance;
c) Certified Public Accountant, CPA (T) or ACCA and must be registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) in the category of either Associate Certified Public Accountants (ACPAs) or Associate Certified Public Accountant in Public Practice (ACPA-PPs) or Fellow Certified Public Accountants (FCPAs);
d) Knowledge and Competence in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) application, and familiarity with one of the accounting software;
e) A strong background of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) and good knowledge of Public Sector Accounting and Reporting Principles; and
f) Not less than nine (9) years work experience in relevant fields out of which four (4) years should be in senior audit position.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
In addition to the above skills and qualifications, applicants for the above position are required to have the following attributes:
a) A very high level of integrity, honesty and sense of responsibility;
b) Ability to work under pressure and produce expected results;
c) Ability to work in a dynamic team;
d) Ability to self manage, achieve results and meet deadlines; and
e) Willingness to work beyond the call of duty.
TENURE AND REMUNERATION
a) A competitive salary will be offered to the right candidates for the posts.
b) EWURA is an equal opportunity employer.
c) Staff will be employed on 5 years renewable


APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Application letter with Curriculum Vitae (CV) including e-mail address or day time contact telephone number, together with photocopies of certificates and names and contacts of two referees should be addressed to reach the under-mentioned by 22nd April 2015.
Only short listed candidate meeting the above criteria will be invited for interview. Lobbying and canvassing for employment will not be entertained and may work to the candidate’s disadvantage.
Application letter should be addressed to:
The Director General
Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)
Samora Avenue, 6th Floor, Harbour View Towers
(Former JM Mall Building)
P O Box 72175
DAR ES SALAAM