Internal Audit Officer (IAO)

Job Description

Title: Internal Audit Officer (IAO)

Company Name: Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST)

Vacancy: 1

Age: Na

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• At least 3 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): NGO, Development Agency

• At least 3 years of experience in community fieldwork.      

• Experience in handling different cases and dealing with clients/beneficiaries at the community level.

• Experience in managing case documents properly.

• An applicant who has earlier working experience/currently working at the Rohingya Crisis will be given preferences.

• Good skills in speaking/reading/writing in Bangla and English. Understanding the Rohingya language will be an added advantage.

• Good computer knowledge, especially in MS Word and Excel. Also, should be good at email communication.

• Women are encouraged to apply.

Job Context: It is a mid-level position based at the Dhaka Head Office. The Internal Audit Officer is responsible for independently examining and evaluating the adequacy, effectiveness, and compliance of the organization’s internal control systems, financial management, operational procedures, and program implementation. The role ensures transparency, accountability, and compliance with applicable laws of Bangladesh, donor requirements, and organizational policies, particularly in the context of legal services and rights-based programs.

Job Responsibilities:

Internal Audit & Compliance:

• Plan and conduct regular internal audits of the Head Office and field/Unit Offices in accordance with the approved annual audit plan.

• Review and verify financial transactions, vouchers, bills, payrolls, procurements, advances, petty cash, and bank reconciliations.

• Ensure compliance with:

1. NGOAB rules and regulations

2. Donor guidelines and agreements

3. Income Tax Act, 2023, and VAT & SD Act, 2012

4. Stamp Act, 1899

5. Money Laundering Prevention Act, 2012

6. Organizational internal polices

Program & Project Audit:

• Audit legal aid, mediation, court support, litigation, training, awareness, and advocacy programs to ensure:

1. Proper utilization of project funds

2. Accuracy of beneficiary records and activity reports

3. Compliance with approved project budgets and donor conditions

• Verify supporting documents such as attendance sheets, case files, legal documents, contracts, and reports.

Risk Assessment & Internal Control

• Assess organizational and project-level risks (financial, operational, compliance, reputation).

• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems and recommend improvements.

• Identify weaknesses, irregularities, fraud risks, and non-compliance issues.

Audit Reporting

• Prepare clear, concise, and evidence-based audit reports, including:

1. Audit findings

2. Observations

3. Implications

4. Risk rating with justification

5. Practical recommendations

• Discuss audit findings with management and concerned departments.

• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and prepare follow-up reports.

Legal & Regulatory Review

• Review legal expense documentation, including:

1. Court fees, Vocalatnama, affidavits, stamps

2. Lawyer bills and agreements

3. Case-related expenditures

• Ensure compliance with court procedures, legal documentation standards, and authorization procedures.

Policy Development & Advisory Support

• Provide advisory support to management on:

1. Financial and administrative controls

2. Donor compliance

3. Fraud prevention and risk mitigation

• Assist in reviewing and updating financial, procurement, HR, and internal audit policies and manuals.

 Coordination & Capacity Building

• Coordinate with Finance, HR, Programme, Legal, Advocacy, and Administration teams during audits.

• Provide guidance and on-the-job support to field staff on compliance and documentation standards.

• Support external auditors, donor audits, and special investigations as required.

Confidentiality & Ethics

• Maintain strict confidentiality of audit information and records.

• Uphold professional integrity, independence, and objectivity in all audit activities.

• Report suspected fraud, misuse of funds, or misconduct through appropriate channels.

• Mobile bill,Weekly 2 holidays,Tour allowance,T/A
• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2