Senior Coordinator, Internal Audit

Who we are

eHealth Africa (eHA) designs and implements data-driven solutions and technologies to improve health systems for and with local communities. eHA’s technology works in low connectivity settings, and smartly uses data to drive decision-making by local governments and partner agencies to get optimum results.

We leverage our staff and department expertise across five programmatic areas:

• Health Delivery Systems
• Public Health Emergency Management Systems
• Disease Surveillance Systems
• Laboratory & Diagnostic Systems
• Nutrition & Food Security Systems

In each of these programmatic areas, we partner with governments, communities, nonprofits and other stakeholders to generate holistic solutions, because we believe that every community deserves access to the types of tools that can enable them to lead healthier lives.

Purpose of the position

The internal audit function is responsible for keeping the employer accountable for internal company procedures and industry rules. Their duties include studying accounting records, preparing compliance reports, and supervising company workflows.

The Senior Coordinator, Internal Audit provides independent assurance and advisory services to ensure efficient, compliant, and mission-aligned operations. They assess internal controls, evaluate risks, and ensure compliance with donor and regulatory requirements. The role safeguards assets, promotes transparency, improves processes, and ensures accountability in resource use, supporting donor confidence and fostering a culture of integrity and ethical management.

The Senior Coordinator, Internal Audit will also be responsible for supporting the design and implementation of audit processes, procedures, and methodologies. This includes conducting operational audits to ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations, corporate standards, and generally accepted internal auditing principles.

What you’ll do

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned:

• Prepare and execute scheduled audits, including planning, preparation, execution, reporting, and follow-up in accordance with accepted standards.

• Develop audit scopes, including assigning internal controls and risk areas

• Perform various aspects of the execution of risk-based operational audits.

• Document all information pertaining to audit results, including findings, opportunities, and observations.

• Follow up with management on remedial action

• Prepare Audit and Executive Summary reports

• Promote value and recommendations, including efficiency and cost-saving opportunities.

• Evaluate the overall efficiency and effectiveness of internal controls and risk areas in compliance with applicable processes and standards.

• Demonstrate high standards of conduct and ethics, as well as the ability to use appropriate judgment and discretion.

• Assist with implementing audit tools to improve audit efficiencies

• Create, revise, and document Internal Audit policies and procedures

• Create, revise, and submit the Internal Audit Charter and Audit Plan to Management for approval as needed.

• Conduct risk assessments to identify areas of high risk or concern within the organization.

• Assist in the development of risk-based audit plans, ensuring key business processes are reviewed periodically.

• Coordinate and conduct special audits, investigations, and/or ad-hoc projects with minimal supervision and direction.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for preparing audit reports and presenting findings to the senior manager, Internal Audit.

• Ability to communicate complex technical and regulatory concepts in a clear and concise manner.

• Thorough understanding of risk management, internal controls, and regulatory compliance.

• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret and assess complex data.

• Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and addressing risks

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who you are

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required to successfully perform this job.

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Government Auditing Standards (GAGAS).

• Knowledge of the International Standards of the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.

• Skill in analyzing records, reports, and other business and financial documents.

• Skill in documenting details and facts pertinent to the audit assignment.

• Skill in technology and use of computers and software related to auditing.

• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.

• Ability to work effectively as a team member towards department goals.

• Very good computer skills and ability to use Microsoft 365 or Google applications suite.

• Zero tolerance for fraud.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, Associate, Institute of Chartered Accounts (ACA), Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN) or it's equivalents.
• Six (6) years of experience in auditing, accounting, financial analysis, information systems, or related fields.

Note: The position requires frequent daily travel and sometimes to conflict-affected areas.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can become louder at times due to group discussions or activities. eHA is a tobacco-free environment.

eHA Gender Diversity Statement

At eHealth Africa, diversity is integral to who we are. We value and honor diverse backgrounds and experiences, strive to create inclusive and equitable working environments that promote Learning, Fairness and Opportunities for all.

Above all

We believe strongly in our mission and values, and our teams are most successful when they do also_._

IMPACT & QUALITY:

We push ourselves to maintain high standards, ensuring that we produce the most meaningful results in everything we do, no matter how big or small.

INNOVATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING:

We maintain a worldview driven by possibilities, not limitations. We take smart risks and foster an environment where creativity and innovation thrive.

INTEGRITY:

We are honest and truthful in our work. We always do what is right, even when it is not easy. We put our values into practice and hold each other accountable.

Other Details

• Qualified female candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Please note that consideration for employment is contingent upon successful completion of background and reference checks that may include criminal record checks.

Keywords

Internal AuditCoordinatorComplianceRisk ManagementAudit ReportsFinancial AnalysisAccounting PrinciplesRegulatory ComplianceAudit ToolsAudit Plan