Oversight, Audit & Compliance Lead Specialist, Office of the Executive Auditor (AUG/AUG)
Washington D.C.
The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.
About this position
The IDB is seeking to fill an Oversight, Audit and Compliance Lead Specialist position to work in the Office of the Executive Auditor (AUG). You will report directly or indirectly to the Executive Auditor, who reports to the President and to the Board through its Audit Committee.
AUG is an independent assurance and advisory services provider guided by international audit standards. AUG is committed to influence the strengthening of governance, risk management, and control processes that help the IDB Group accomplish its objectives. Integrity, professionalism, objectivity, and confidentiality in the provision of valuable services are the cornerstones of our activities.
What you’ll do:
Contribute to the establishment of the strategic direction, objectives, and plans for AUG, including dynamic risk assessments and audit plans for the IDB Group, as well as lead the execution of said audit plans. Lead and supervise teams that conduct assurance and advisory engagements of high complexity, impact, and broad scope, establishing objectives, reviewing, and approving audit programs, and overseeing work produced throughout the various phases of the projects. Ensure that audit work remains focused on the areas that have the most significant impact on business performance. Contribute to the development of innovative tools, methodologies, internal procedures, policies and internal audit approaches and strategies. Demonstrate leadership skills, including strong communication capabilities to handle difficult conversations and provide timely and constructive feedback. Coach and mentor junior staff to build technical and human skills. Contribute to knowledge sharing and growth across de AUG team, by creating an environment where ideas are fostered and strengthening and challenging the teams in areas of less expertise. Build on best practices and generate knowledge in area of expertise. Represent AUG internally and externally and build and maintain networks to access and expand knowledge. Work independently, accomplishing all expectations for the role with minimal supervision. Support the preparation and delivery of audit presentations to Senior Management and to the Board through the Audit Committees. Provide strategic insights and advice on key Group initiatives and changes. Contribute to the integration of data analytic capabilities to improve client impact and results. Collaborate with other oversight offices, risk management functions and external auditors to enhance the effectiveness of governance, risk management and internal control processes of the IDB Group.What you'll need
Education: Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management Information Systems, or other related fields including program development, monitoring, business analysis, etc. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), and/or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree. Experience: A minimum of six years of experience delivering best practice internal or external audit services in large, complex financial and/or development institutions. Expertise in financial instruments audit is a plus. Languages: Proficiency in English and Spanish is required. Working knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is desirable.
Requirements
Citizenship: You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents. Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab. COVID-19 considerations: the health and safety of our employees are our number one priority. As a condition of employment, IDB/IDB Invest requires all new hires to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Type of contract and duration
Type of contract: International Length of contract: Three (3) years Starting date: ASAP Location: Washington, DC
What we offer
The IDB group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. These benefits include: A competitive compensation package Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender- neutral parental leave Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program which covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs. Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future. We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family, when it applies Hybrid and flexible work schedules Health and wellbeing: Access to our Health Services Center which provides preventive care and health education for employees. Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others. Other perks: Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, Spouse Career Program, and others.
Our culture
At the IDB Group we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work, willing to try new approaches without fear, and where they are accountable and rewarded for their actions.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) are at the center of our organization. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and encourage women, LGBTQ+ people, persons with disabilities, Afro-descendants, and Indigenous people to apply.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job interview process. If you are a qualified candidate with a disability, please e-mail us at diversity@iadb.org to request reasonable accommodation to complete this application.
Our Human Resources Team reviews carefully every application.
About the IDB Group
The IDB Group, composed of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), IDB Invest, and the IDB Lab offers flexible financing solutions to its member countries to finance economic and social development through lending and grants to public and private entities in Latin America and the Caribbean.
About IDB
The Inter-American Development Bank is devoted to improving lives. Established in 1959, the IDB is a leading source of long-term financing for economic, social and institutional development in Latin America and the Caribbean. The IDB also conducts innovative research and provides policy advice, technical assistance and training to public and private sector clients throughout the region.
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Additional Information External Opening Date: Apr 4, 2023 External Closing Date: Apr 19, 2023 External Contact Email: hrsc@iadb.org Job Field: Oversight, Audit & Compliance
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