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The Radiation Protection Authority (RPA) is a Regulatory Body under the Ministry of Technology and Science, established by the Ionising Radiation Protection Act No. 16 of 2005 and its Amendment Act No. 19 of 2011. RPA’s mandate is to protect the public, workers and the environment from hazards arising from the use of devices or materials capable of producing Ionising Radiation.

The Authority has a vacancy for the following position:

Assistant Internal Auditor (1)

Reports To: Internal Audit Manager

Location: Lusaka

Job Objective

To support the execution of internal audit assignments by conducting basic audit tests, collecting and analysing audit data, and assisting in the preparation of audit reports in order to strengthen the Authority’s internal control systems.

Main Duties

• Assists in planning and execution of internal audit assignments in order to support effective audit coverage.
• Performs basic audit tests, reconciliations, and data analysis to ensure accuracy and reliability of audit evidence.
• Prepares audit working papers, schedules, and summaries for review by the Internal Auditor.
• Supports risk identification processes and assists in the preparation of risk management reports.
• Ensures compliance with audit documentation standards and internal control requirements.
• Assists in follow-up activities by collecting evidence on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Participates in stock counts, cash counts, surprise checks, and other audit-related assignments as directed.

Minimum Vocational/Professional Qualifications

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels with credit or better, including Mathematics and English Language.
• CA Zambia Application Level, ACCA Level II, CIMA Level II
• Valid ZICA or IIAZ membership.

Minimum Relevant Pre-Job Experience

• Two (2) years’ relevant experience in auditing, accounting, or finance.

Attributes and Skills

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work under supervision.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the internal audit profession.

Other provided details

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• Assists in planning and execution of internal audit assignments in order to support effective audit coverage.
• Performs basic audit tests, reconciliations, and data analysis to ensure accuracy and reliability of audit evidence.
• Prepares audit working papers, schedules, and summaries for review by the Internal Auditor.
• Supports risk identification processes and assists in the preparation of risk management reports.
• Ensures compliance with audit documentation standards and internal control requirements.
• Assists in follow-up activities by collecting evidence on the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Participates in stock counts, cash counts, surprise checks, and other audit-related assignments as directed.

• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Computer literacy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of integrity and ethical conduct.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Interpersonal skills and ability to work under supervision.
• Willingness to learn and grow within the internal audit profession.

• Full Grade Twelve (12) School Certificate with 5 ‘O’ levels with credit or better, including Mathematics and English Language.
• CA Zambia Application Level, ACCA Level II, CIMA Level II
• Valid ZICA or IIAZ membership.