● Provide Input for the internal audit strategic plan.
● Develop a rolling internal audit plan for risk focus area based on a comprehensive assessment of risks, relying where possible on management’s assessment.
● Update the internal audit plan based on changes to the risk profile and emerging risks.
● Build relationships with respective country management/functional leads to stay at the forefront of changes to the business and to promote the value of internal audit.
● Maintain a high level of strategic foresight by identifying audit client and business needs and recommending internal audit plan changes accordingly.
● Manage the execution and quality assurance relating to the audit portfolio and/or risk focus area.
● Encourage and lead innovation and improvements to the internal audit department initiatives, advisory projects, and processes.
● Submit and support the development of periodic progress reports to internal stakeholders as per the set time frame.
● Ensure adequate communication and coordination with applicable 2nd line functions and other assurance providers.
● Facilitate workshops with management to identify appropriate solutions for recurring or thematic audit issues and communicate key metrics relating to audit portfolio and/or risk focus area.
Requirements
● Professional qualifications in a discipline relevant to their audit focus area (operational, technology, food safety, analytics, supply chain, merchandising, etc.).
● A strong focus on quality and on meeting objectives.
● Fluent in English.
● Ability to plan, identify and set priorities.
● Ability to conduct multiple projects.
● Strong analytical and research skills.
● Good written/verbal communication skills.
● Good interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
● Able to work under pressure.
● Ability to work independently and within a team environment in project management.