Internal Audit Manager

Internal Audit Manager at Trocaire

Internal Audit Manager at Trocaire

Key responsibilities

Planning and delivery of a range of assignments as set out in the Internal Audit Plan including several audits in Africa and, exceptionally in other regions

Planning and undertaking of audits required by donors (where Internal Audit reviews meet donor requirements)

Management of one other Internal Auditor.

Evaluate and recommend improvements to the organisation’s risk management, governance and internal control processes

Make cost effective and value-added recommendations in response to diverse risks in a challenging and complex environment

Produce high quality professional reports and present this work to management and Committee.

Track and report on management’s implementation of Audit Recommendations

Support and advise management in their duty to prevent, detect and respond to fraud

Carry out Special Investigations into fraud or other financial wrongdoing within Trócaire and partner organisations, as required, under the supervision of the Head of Internal Audit

Contribute to the development and delivery of the Internal Audit Strategy and Plan and Annual Assurance Report

which provides an opinion on Trócaire’s control and risk environment to the Audit and Risk Committee

Regular attendance at Trócaire Audit and Risk Committee meetings.

Apply the standards and ethics of the International Professional Practice Framework of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Represent Trócaire at relevant cross sector networks and initiatives.

Qualifications

Chartered Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification or Internationally recognised professional accountancy qualification with minimum 5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in internal audit

Essential Requirements

Core Technical skills

Experience in internal or external audit, this must include experience of fraud or financial investigations, gained through professional roles, secondments, or equivalent practical experience.

Experience working within international, multi-entity organisations, ideally within the NGO, charity, or development sector

Strong knowledge of internal audit methodologies, risk management, and internal control frameworks (e.g. COSO)

Proven experience in delivering risk-based audits across multiple geographies and operational contexts

Ability to assess controls in complex environments, including remote or high-risk locations

Experience reviewing programme delivery, partner organisations, and field operations

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a pragmatic and solutions-focused approach

Willing and able to travel and work in challenging environments (approx. 2-3 trips per year of 1-2 weeks duration)

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

Experience reporting to Audit Committees or Boards, including drafting high-quality papers and presenting findings clearly to senior stakeholders

Ability to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders across cultures and regions

Experience working with senior leadership teams, country offices, and external auditors/donors

Confidence to challenge practices constructively while maintaining strong working relationships

Excellent Positive Communication Skills both Written & Oral, in fluent English, in particular the ability to write concise reports

Effective IT skills

Leadership & Management

Experience managing audit assignments end-to-end, and mentoring junior team members where applicable

Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple audits across different countries simultaneously

Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgement in complex or sensitive situations

Flexible approach to work

An Inquisitive & Co-operative Working Style

Self-starting, with the ability to work on own initiative without day-to-day supervision

Desirable

Experience with donor compliance (e.g. institutional donors, grant audits)

Exposure to data analytics or audit software tools

Additional languages relevant to the organisation’s regions of operation

Awareness of risks specific to NGOs, such as partner risk, fund misuse, and operating in fragile or high-risk environments

A commitment to social justice and the ethos of Trócaire