Background

The Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training Authority (TEVETA) was established under the Technical Education, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Training (TEVET) Act No. 13 of 1998, as amended by the TEVET (Amendment) Act No. 11 of 2005. TEVETA is mandated to regulate, monitor, and coordinate technical education, vocational, and entrepreneurship training in Zambia, in consultation with industry, employers, workers, and other key stakeholders.

In its continued effort to enhance institutional performance and service delivery, TEVETA invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the following positions:

INTERNAL AUDITOR (1 POSITION)

1.1 Job Purpose

To ensure that there are adequate and effective internal controls, risk management, and governance processes within the Authority in order to direct its activities toward the accomplishment of its objectives

1.2 Key Responsibilities

• Plans and executes monthly audits for the evaluation of internal controls, systems and procedures of the Authority
• Prepares clear, accurate, and timely audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations for improvement.;
• Conducts pre-audit of payments, including payroll;
• Drafts for approval of the Manager, a comprehensive Audit report covering the Authority’s entire operations to ensure that:
  • Accounting of bookkeeping transactions and procedures are properly carried out
  • Proper account books and related records are kept including reviewing management accounts.
  • The finances of TEVETA are run generally in conformity with set standards including observing inventory counts
• Ensures that the activities of the Authority are in line with the strategic plan, approved budget and in compliance with the contracts in force from time to time and also in harmony with the relevant laws, regulations, and TEVETA policies.
• Compiles comprehensive Audit Reports, citing internal control weaknesses, incidences of misappropriation, fraudulent activities and other unauthorized acts detected during the audits for Management’s attention
• Analyses and reviews the effectiveness of internal controls in the financial systems and recommends corrective measures to maximize financial security
• Conducts audit assignments which entail investigating and probing into all business transactions and arrangements executed by the Authority to ensure that the organization’s assets and interests are safeguarded
• Appraises the financial systems of the Authority for conformity with relevant financial reporting framework in order to enhance the organization’s governance standing.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes across the Authority
• Coordinates and liaises with external auditors, facilitates the provision of required information and documentation
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions
• Assists with the timely preparation and consolidation of the departmental budget and work plans in order to facilitate acquisition and allocation of resources.

1.3 Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of auditing and accounting principles
• Proficiency in audit and accounting software
• Ability to conduct quality assurance reviews
• Risk management and internal control evaluation
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Report writing, minute writing and presentation skills
• Budgeting and planning
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Objectivity and independence
• Strong communication skills
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct

1.4 Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or final stage of professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or CA Zambia).
• Valid Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) added advantage
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant auditing experience

• Plans and executes monthly audits for the evaluation of internal controls, systems and procedures of the Authority
• Prepares clear, accurate, and timely audit reports highlighting findings, risks, and recommendations for improvement.;
• Conducts pre-audit of payments, including payroll;
• Drafts for approval of the Manager, a comprehensive Audit report covering the Authority’s entire operations to ensure that:
• Accounting of bookkeeping transactions and procedures are properly carried out
• Proper account books and related records are kept including reviewing management accounts.
• The finances of TEVETA are run generally in conformity with set standards including observing inventory counts
• Ensures that the activities of the Authority are in line with the strategic plan, approved budget and in compliance with the contracts in force from time to time and also in harmony with the relevant laws, regulations, and TEVETA policies.
• Compiles comprehensive Audit Reports, citing internal control weaknesses, incidences of misappropriation, fraudulent activities and other unauthorized acts detected during the audits for Management’s attention
• Analyses and reviews the effectiveness of internal controls in the financial systems and recommends corrective measures to maximize financial security
• Conducts audit assignments which entail investigating and probing into all business transactions and arrangements executed by the Authority to ensure that the organization’s assets and interests are safeguarded
• Appraises the financial systems of the Authority for conformity with relevant financial reporting framework in order to enhance the organization’s governance standing.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of risk management and governance processes across the Authority
• Coordinates and liaises with external auditors, facilitates the provision of required information and documentation
• Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and follow up on corrective actions
• Assists with the timely preparation and consolidation of the departmental budget and work plans in order to facilitate acquisition and allocation of resources.

• Strong knowledge of auditing and accounting principles
• Proficiency in audit and accounting software
• Ability to conduct quality assurance reviews
• Risk management and internal control evaluation
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Report writing, minute writing and presentation skills
• Budgeting and planning
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Objectivity and independence
• Strong communication skills
• Confidentiality and ethical conduct

• Grade 12 School Certificate or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, or final stage of professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CIMA, or CA Zambia).
• Valid Membership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)
• Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) and/or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) added advantage
• Minimum of five (5) years’ relevant auditing experience