JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive (CE) and Deputy Chief Executive (DCE) of the EDA, the jobholder will provide independent, objective assurance and consulting services, designed to add value and improve operations at the Agency.

The internal auditor will advise EDA on dealing with risks, by issuing independent opinions on the quality of management and control systems and by issuing recommendations for improving systems and processes and promoting sound financial management. Specifically, the internal auditor will be responsible for:

evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal management systems and the performance of Directorates in implementing programmes, projects and activities by reference to the risks associated with them;
evaluating the efficiency and effectiveness of the internal controls applicable to budget implementation operations.