Head of Internal Audit Unit – Dar es Salaam – Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF POSITION
Head of Internal Audit manages the activities of the internal auditing function which reviews accounting, financial and other records of COPEC and its operating units.
Also, shall be responsible for the implementation of systems of internal audit control that ensure reliable records that safeguard the Company’s assets.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develops comprehensive audit programs;
Ensures proper control of resources;
Ensures compliance with laws, regulations and procedures;
Reviews and report reliability of financial statements and operational data;
Carries out performance audit;
Participates in the audit of financial statements with external auditors;
Ensures that Company’s assets are adequately controlled and safeguarded;
Supervises a series of detailed stocktaking checks;
Provides advice to all levels of management to facilitate implementation of approved audit report recommendations.
Implements internal control systems of the Company;
Coordinates audit programs with external auditors on routine checking and audits;
Trains staff in the fundamentals of auditing and investigations;
Carries out management audit to enhance the quality of management performance; and
Performs any other duties as may be assigned by Superiors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Holder of Master Degree in Accountancy from a recognized Institution, CPA (T) and registered with NBAA in the category of Authorized Auditor/Accountant.
Possession of Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification is an added advantage.

WORKING EXPERIENCE
At least 10 years working experience from a reputable commercial organization, of which 3 years must be at senior level. Proven high administrative and managerial ability in the Oil industry is essential.
DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND COMPETENCES
Must be visionary, proactive and forward looking;
Must be innovative and results- oriented;
Must have the ability to maintain a multi- task focus;
Must be consumer oriented and focused on strategic stakeholders;
Must demonstrate integrity and professionalism; .
Must demonstrate ability to handle community relationships, disputes and conflicts arising from investments in different locations;
Must be able to deal effectively and timely with demanding situation;
Must be able to work independently and under tight time schedules; and
Must be able to manage continuity, change and transition

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
MODE OF APPLICATION
Interested and suitable candidates should submit their application letters along with their curriculum vitae, indicating current email and telephone contacts
Certified copies of relevant certificates and one recent passport size photograph should be attached to their application letters
Each applicant must provide names and contact details of two reputable referees
Applications without relevant documents will not be considered
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications must reach the undersigned by REGISTERED MAIL on or before 5th of June 2015:
– The Managing Director
Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation
Benjamin William Mkapa Towers
Jamhuri/Azikiwe Road
P.O. Box 2774
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania

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