Manager, Internal Audit

Job Description

Title: Manager, Internal Audit

Company Name: BRAC

Vacancy: --

Age: At least 25 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

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

• Bachelor of Business Studies (BBS) in Finance, Accounting
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Master of Business Studies (MBS) in Finance, Accounting
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)

• Graduate or Postgraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related discipline from a reputed university. Completion of the Certificate Level of the CA course from a reputed Chartered Accountancy firm is preferred.

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

• Age At least 25 years

• Minimum three years of working experience in Internal Audit, External Audit; Accounting, Country’s Laws and Regulations and Compliance Services.

• Demonstrated understanding of Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS), risk management principles, and applicable laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, internal controls, and governance practices to support effective audit execution and organisational oversight.

• Proficiency in auditing techniques, audit documentation, report writing, and the use of information technology in audit processes.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to identify risks, assess control gaps, and recommend practical solutions.

• Effective communication, negotiation, and people management skills, with willingness to undertake regular field visits and engage with stakeholders across different locations.

Location: Head Office

BRAC is an international development organisation founded in Bangladesh that partners with over 100 million people living with inequality and poverty globally to create sustainable opportunities to realise potential.

Working at brac is not like any other job. It is a platform where you can bring about real change for people who need it the most. We are not just dreaming of a better world, we are building it. Join us to find the way.

Job Purpose

• The Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for supporting the implementation of internal audit activities to ensure effective internal controls, risk management, and compliance across programmes and operations. The role assists in conducting audits, reviewing operational processes, and identifying areas for improvement to enhance organisational efficiency and accountability. The position also supports quality reporting, stakeholder coordination, and timely communication of audit findings and recommendations. Additionally, the role contributes to team development and promotes compliance with professional ethics and organisational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Annual Internal Audit Plan (AIAP) for Head Office and Divisional Offices through effective scheduling, resource planning, supervision, and field visits.

• Assess internal control systems, conduct risk assessments, identify control gaps, and recommend improvements to enhance operational efficiency and mitigate risks.

• Review, finalize, and ensure the quality of audit reports while maintaining effective communication with management to address audit findings and meet organisational expectations.

• Maintain and update audit-related documentation, including circular files, planning files, permanent files, and supporting evidence for audit observations.

• Lead, coach, and develop team members through field supervision, on-the-job training, counseling, mentoring, and succession planning initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with professional ethics, organisational policies, and auditing standards while fostering a culture of integrity, accountability, and positive workplace behavior.

• Participate in DPC and stakeholder meetings and coordinate with Head Office, Field Offices, and programme management on audit-related matters.

• Review and support the preparation of periodic, quarterly, and annual performance reports, and follow up with programme management to ensure timely responses and corrective actions on audit observations.

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.

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