SECONDMENT - Internal Auditor

VACANCY NOTICE 806 

This vacancy announcement pertains to law enforcement and/or governmental officials within INTERPOL's member countries only.

Please read the Conditions of Secondment in force at INTERPOL including the maximum duration of secondment.

Please be aware that your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government will be responsible for all of your salary/remuneration, social insurance, pension contributions, welfare benefits, family allowances, benefits during your assignment at INTERPOL as well as travel, removal expenses related to your arrival at and departure from INTERPOL, and any other related costs depending on your circumstances. It is requested that you obtain in writing, confirmation from your home Administration/Agency/Service/Government that it agrees with these CONDITIONS OF SECONDMENT. This confirmation letter should be forwarded to us THROUGH THE NCB.

INTERPOL is the world’s largest international police organization, with 196 member states. Created in 1923, it facilitates cross-border police co-operation, and supports and assists all organizations, authorities, and services whose mission is to prevent or combat international crime. INTERPOL is now looking for a qualified candidate as a SECONDMENT - Internal Auditor within the Oversight & Governance  which is part of the Office of Internal Oversight​​​​​​.

Job title: SECONDMENT - Internal Auditor
Reporting To:  Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management
Location: Lyon, France 
Duration (in months): 36.00 
Grade: 5 
Number of posts: 1
Security Clearance Level: Basic
Deadline for application: 14 March 2025

INTERPOL strives to achieve a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcomes applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. To achieve our Diversity goals, we encourage applications from women and nationals of under/unrepresented member countries who are passionate about our mission. INTERPOL’s recruitment process is merit-based hence all hiring decisions are made considering the applicant’s qualifications and the needs of the Organization.

POST DESCRIPTION

Within the Office of Internal Oversight, the Internal Auditor works under the direction of the Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management to develop, deliver, maintain and monitor INTERPOL’s internal audit programme in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors’ (IIA) recommended standards and practices. They will provide the organization with relevant internal audit capability, guidance and support, as well as liaise with external partners to help with the co-ordination, preparation and delivery of additional audit requirements as per the annual audit plan.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES

DUTY 1 - Conduct Internal Audit tasks as per the Annual Audit Plan

• Perform full internal audit engagements, assessing governance, risk and control management in order to improve the organisational effectiveness, financial reliability and effective compliance with all applicable directives and regulations.
• Liaise with relevant leadership committees to determine internal audit scope and develop relevant annual plans to achieve these.
• Obtain, analyze and evaluate relevant accounting documentation, reporting, assessments, flowcharts and other data in order to conduct robust and effective audits.
• Prepare and present reports that accurately reflect audit results and document the relevant process or recommendations that need to be followed or updated.
• Act as an objective source of independent advice to leadership, the directorates, missions, and remote duty stations to ensure validity, legality, and compliance with IIA standards.
• Identify potential risks and recommend relevant actions or solutions to mitigate those risks.
• Provide recommendations via relevant reporting to help achieve greater efficiency, economy, and overall effectiveness across INTEREPOL.
• Maintain open communication with relevant management teams and the appointed audit committee to ensure audits are conducted effectively and to agreed deadlines/standards.
• Report audit findings via relevant memorandum, documentation, and other agreed formats.
• Conduct follow-up audits to assess management interventions and the actioning of previous recommendations.

DUTY 2 - Maintain and develop Internal Audit capabilities

• Engage in continuous knowledge development regarding applicable rules, regulations, best practices, tools, techniques, and performance standard required as per IIA Standards.
• Liaise with external partners and bodies to ensure a currency of knowledge and capability.
• Partner with relevant internal stakeholders to build more effective internal controls and processes as an advisor.
• Liaise with leadership to ensure the annual audit plan is relevant and on track.

DUTY 3 - Coordinate with external partners

• Under the guidance of the Head of Internal Audit, identify and qualify potential third parties and external partners as per guidelines to ensure audit support is available and maintained.
• Liaise with and task relevant third parties when requested by the hierarchy, in order to assist with ensuring that the annual Internal Audit Plan is implemented effectively.
• Continually manage and assess the validity and quality of relevant third parties or external parties relating to relevant audit work.

DUTY 4 - Ad-hoc duties

• The Internal Auditor will perform any other duties as required by their leadership, including those beyond the scope of audit in line with current grade.

QUALIFICATIONS, COMPETENCIES, AND SKILLS

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• University bachelor degree (at least 3 years).
• Specialisation degree in management / business / finance / audit / risk management / IT.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Proven working experience as auditor (internal or external) or internal controller or compliance manager.
• Proven practical knowledge of internal auditing standards and procedures.
• Advanced computer skills in MS Office.
• Experience in searching, identifying and manipulating large amounts of data, and to compile detailed reports under pressure.
• International experience / employment in police, military, security, or other public sector organization.

LANGUAGES

• Advanced written and spoken English is required.
• Proficiency in a second official working language of the Organization (Arabic, French, or Spanish) is preferable.

ABILITIES REQUIRED

• to work independently
• to partner with key stakeholders and build solutions together
• to respect and work to deadlines
• attention to detail, proven analytical skills and outstanding problem-solving skills
• sound independent judgement and the ability to advice on recommendations
• to work within a multi-cultural environment
• proven written and oral presentation and reporting ability
• proven judgement, initiative and interpersonal skills
• personal and professional integrity