Senior Internal Auditor (Grade H)

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External Job Vacancy Notice No. 1 of 2025
Ministry of Finance and Development Planning โ€“ Lesotho
Department: Internal Audit
Division: Internal Audit
Position: Senior Internal Auditor (Grade H)
Number of Posts: Two (2)
Deadline: Friday, 14th April 2025


Main Purpose of the Job

The Senior Internal Auditor will support the Internal Audit Manager by developing and executing practical audit programs, enhancing risk-based annual audit planning, updating Internal Audit manuals, and guiding junior staff through training and performance evaluation.


Key Responsibilities

1. Audit Program Management

  • Review and evaluate internal audit programs
  • Approve and monitor the implementation of audit procedures

2. Risk-Based Audit Planning

  • Identify high-risk areas for immediate audit
  • Update annual audit plans based on significant changes

3. Manuals & Training Development

  • Contribute to Internal Audit Manual updates
  • Develop training tools and orient staff on auditing standards and ethics

4. Internal Audit Function Management

  • Approve team work plans and audit papers
  • Conduct appraisals and develop staff training plans
  • Review operational reports and supervise audit teams
  • Guide staff on interviews, surveys, document reviews, and report writing

5. Reporting Duties

  • Report audit performance and major issues to Senior Management and Chief Audit Executive
  • Communicate with Principal Secretaries and Agency Heads regarding audit activities and resource needs
  • Track and report on implementation of Audit Manual and risk trends

Minimum Job Requirements

Education & Qualifications

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  • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Masterโ€™s in Internal Auditing/BCom Accounting with 3 yearsโ€™ experience
    OR
  • Degree in Internal Auditing, B.Com, BBA, or equivalent + 5 years in Internal Audit Senior Management

Professional Knowledge

  • Understanding of:
    • Public Financial Management, Procurement Acts
    • Public Service Act and Treasury Regulations
    • Enterprise Risk Management
    • Forensic and investigative audits
    • Data analytics

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical, planning, and communication skills
  • Knowledge in conflict resolution, report writing, and compliance auditing
  • Capable of leading teams, managing sensitive reports, and ensuring quality control

Working Conditions & Efforts

  • Mental Effort: High (strategic planning and conflict resolution)
  • Physical Effort: Minimal
  • Work Environment: Minimal exposure to adverse conditions
  • Emotional Resilience: Required to manage pressure and team dynamics

๐Ÿ—“ Closing Date: Friday, 14th April 2025



๐Ÿ“Œ Note:
Shortlisted candidates will be required to verify academic credentials with the Council of Higher Education (CHE).



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