Deputy Manager, Data Analytics, Internal Audit

Job Description

Title: Deputy Manager, Data Analytics, Internal Audit

Company Name: BRAC

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 23 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

Published: 2026-07-14

Application Deadline: 2026-07-22

Education:

• Postgraduate degree, preferably in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Management Information Systems (MIS), Business Analytics, Economics, Business Studies, or a related discipline from any reputed university.
• Candidates with a quantitative undergraduate degree (e.g., BSc in Statistics, Computer Science & Engineering (CSE), or Mathematics) and demonstrated expertise in data analytics will also be considered.

• Age At least 23 years

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), risk-based auditing, microfinance operations, MRA regulations, KYC compliance, portfolio quality monitoring, and relevant accounting, finance, and regulatory frameworks applicable to NGO-MFIs.
• Possess advanced technical proficiency in Microsoft Excel (including Pivot Tables, Power Query, VBA/macros, and data validation), SQL, Python, Power BI, and other data analytics, visualization, and audit automation tools.
• Apply sound analytical and problem-solving skills, with expertise in statistical analysis, sampling methodologies, data quality management, data governance, AI-enabled analytics, and translating complex data into actionable audit insights.
• Communicate effectively in both Bengali and English through high-quality audit reports, management presentations, data storytelling, and collaboration with cross-functional stakeholders.
• Manage multiple audit analytics assignments simultaneously while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, professional integrity, and adherence to audit standards and deadlines.
• Drive continuous improvement by promoting innovation, audit automation, AI-enabled solutions, knowledge sharing, and adaptability to evolving technologies, regulatory requirements, and business needs.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum three years of relevant professional experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a related field, preferably within Internal Audit, Compliance, Microfinance, or a Development Finance Organization.
• Candidates should have hands-on experience in analyzing financial and operational data using Advanced Microsoft Excel, SQL, Python, Power BI, and Power Query, with exposure to dashboard development, audit analytics, and AI-enabled analytical tools considered an added advantage.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Deputy Manager, Data Analytics, Internal Audit will strengthen the Internal Audit function by driving the adoption of data analytics, audit automation, and AI-enabled solutions to enhance risk-based auditing and evidence-based decision-making. The role will develop analytical models, standardized audit tools, and automated reporting solutions to improve audit quality, operational efficiency, and risk identification while supporting continuous improvement and digital transformation across the Internal Audit function. This is a Contractual position initially for one year.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and maintain risk-based audit planning models by analyzing operational, financial, and portfolio data to identify high-risk areas and prioritize audit coverage.

• Design and implement automated data pipelines, dashboards, and analytical solutions to support continuous risk monitoring, audit planning, and management reporting.

• Analyze branch-level transactions, operational processes, and key performance indicators to identify anomalies, control weaknesses, fraud indicators, emerging risks, and process improvement opportunities.

• Prepare pre-audit analytical reports, risk intelligence summaries, and data-driven insights to support audit assignments, investigations, and evidence-based audit conclusions.

• Develop and standardize audit working papers, analytical templates, checklists, and automated validation tools to improve audit consistency, accuracy, and compliance with professional standards.

• Integrate advanced analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), and audit automation technologies into audit methodologies to strengthen risk detection, improve audit quality, and increase operational efficiency.

• Review and continuously enhance audit methodologies, analytical frameworks, and reporting tools to align with organizational objectives, regulatory requirements, and Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS).

• Coordinate with Internal Audit teams, Microfinance Programme stakeholders, MIS, and other relevant functions to ensure timely access to reliable data and effective execution of audit activities.

• Facilitate knowledge sharing, technical guidance, and capacity-building initiatives to strengthen analytical capabilities and promote the effective use of data analytics and AI-driven audit tools across the audit function.

SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the safety of Programme Participants, people who come into contact with the organisation, and team members from any harm, abuse, neglect, harassment, and exploitation, including sexual exploitation and abuse (SEA), to achieve the programme`s goals of safeguarding implementation. Act as a key source of support, guidance, and expertise on safeguarding for establishing a safe working environment.

• Practice, promote, and endorse the issues of safeguarding policy among team members and ensure the implementation of safeguarding standards in every course of action.

• Follow the safeguarding reporting procedure in case any reportable incident takes place and encourage others to do so.

Festival Bonus, Health & Life Insurance, and others as per organisation policy.