Internal Auditor

Department: Finance

Location: Africa

Description

Allied Talent Partners (ATP), a Three Cairns Group initiative, is a mission-driven, not-for-profit talent marketplace focused on solving the human capital bottlenecks slowing down sustainable development efforts in emerging economies, with an initial focus on Africa. ATP connects vetted, experienced, context-relevant professionals to high-impact opportunities in energy access and sustainable development – strengthening local capacity and fuelling economic vitality. We specialize in fixed-term, deliverable-driven engagements – from interim leadership and generalist projects to niche technical expertise – handling project scoping, talent vetting and matching, contracting, payroll, and compliance so that our clients can focus on impact.

High-Level Overview

The client is a pan‑African investment platform created to help bridge the continent’s infrastructure funding gap. It focuses on identifying, developing, and financing high‑impact infrastructure projects in sectors such as energy, transportation, ICT, and water, with the goal of accelerating sustainable economic growth. The organization prioritizes medium- and large-scale initiatives that deliver meaningful developmental outcomes and provide investors with balanced, risk-adjusted returns. The organization operates with a private‑sector mindset, investing both equity and debt, while also providing project development expertise to bring bankable infrastructure solutions to market more quickly and effectively across Africa.

The client has recently established an Internal Audit function and is seeking an Internal Auditor to support the execution of its approved internal audit plan. This role will help the newly appointed Director of Internal Audit implement planned engagements, conduct end-to-end audits, and navigate the change management process within a culture new to internal auditing. The consultant will play a key role in building the audit process while maintaining stakeholder trust and cooperation.

Role and Responsibilities

Role: Internal Auditor
Direct Report: Director of Internal Audit
Candidates Required: 1

Key Deliverables:
* Conduct end-to-end internal audit assignments from notification letter to final report.
* Prepare agendas and minutes for meetings with internal audit teams.
* Draft and finalize the internal audit engagement letter, agreeing on scope and process with auditees.
* Develop risk assessments and prepare the risk control matrix for each internal audit.
* Perform control testing and document sampling processes.
* Produce draft and final internal audit reports with findings, root causes, recommendations, and timelines.
* Manage stakeholder interactions diplomatically, especially in cases of resistance.
* Collaborate daily with the Director of Internal Audit to implement the approved internal audit plan.
* Track the implementation status of internal audit recommendations and prepare follow-up reports.
* Assist in refining internal audit methodologies and templates as part of the new Internal Audit function.
* Support knowledge transfer by documenting lessons learned and contributing to internal capacity building.

Requirements

Experience Required:
* Minimum 4–5 years of internal audit experience, with a strong track record of conducting full-cycle audits.
* Experience in private equity, financial services preferred, though not required.

Technical Requirements:
* Chartered Accountant qualification (CA) preferred. CIA or CISA certifications are a plus.
* Strong understanding of IFRS and accounting principles.
* Proficient in Excel (advanced level) and PowerPoint.
* Familiarity with audit software is an advantage but not mandatory.

Other Skills:
* Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
* Ability to diplomatically manage stakeholders that are new to the internal audit process.
* Confident, persuasive, and collaborative communicator.
* High integrity, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while being a thought partner to the Director.

Working Arrangement
Location: Casablanca, Morocco (on-site, 100% in-person role).
Language: English required; French is a plus but not mandatory.

Terms of agreement: ASAP
Start Date: August to December 2025
Contracting Period: (5-month engagement), with potential to extend based on performance and need.