Internal Audit Manager – System Organization

About the role

The Integrated Partnership Internal Audit Function provides independent, objective assurance and advisory services across the CGIAR System Organization and partnership activities. The Audit Manager leads risk‑based internal audit engagements and supports continuous improvement of governance, risk management and control processes.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and execute risk‑based internal audit and advisory engagements across the CGIAR System Organization and partnership activities.
• Build effective relationships with senior management, governance committees and Centre leadership to secure cooperation.
• Plan, supervise and conduct internal audit engagements, including coordinating external consultants and co‑sourced resources.
• Prepare high‑quality audit reports, monitor implementation of management actions and propose improvements to audit methodologies.

Required profile

• Advanced university degree in Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, Risk Management or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CA, CISA or equivalent.
• Progressively responsible experience in internal audit, external audit or risk management, preferably in international or development organisations.

Required skills

• Risk‑based auditing methodologies
• Audit management systems
• Data analytics tools