American University of Sharjah is seeking to appoint a Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management to provide the Audit and Compliance Committee (ACC) of the BOT and Chancellor with an independent opinion on the integrity, reliability, and effectiveness of the Universityxe2x80x99s risk management, internal control, compliance, and governance processes. This is achieved through conducting a wide variety of risk-based operational, administrative, and financial audits and follow-ups across the Universityxe2x80x99s administrative and academic units. The Director of Internal Audit and Risk Management also serves as Secretary of the ACC and conducts special investigations or sensitive and confidential assignments requested by the Chancellor or the Chair of the ACC.Job Responsibilities

• Use a risk-based approach, develop the Annual Internal Audit Plan that provides assurance on the and the AUS Governance Framework and across all key risks faced by the University. Ensure that the risk-based audit plan sets out the priorities of AUS and its Board of Trustees and the internal audit function, consistent with the AUS strategy and organizational objectives The Annual Internal Audit Plan is subsequently presented to the ACC for review and approval.
• Manage the complete planning and management activities of the Internal Audit function to ensure the completion of a broad spectrum of administrative, financial, operational, and IT audits within tight timeframes.
• Develop audit programs, audit scoping documents, and delegate work to the Senior Internal Auditor to ensure that the audit plan is completed in a timely manner and that the scope of each audit is based on key risks and objectives as discussed and agreed upon with senior management.
• Conduct and supervise risk-based audits and follow-ups across a wide range of administrative, operational, financial, and IT audits.
• Ensure that audit reviews, follow-ups, and special reviews are conducted based on the risk-based methodology and IIA professional standards.
• Evaluate internal control systems/processes and conduct audit testing for compliance with policies and procedures, as well as substantive testing of internal controls where inherent or other weaknesses are detected.
• Ensure that the systems and controls are reviewed and tested thoroughly, and that audit fieldwork is completed in accordance with the planned scope and within the allocated timescales.
• Develop detailed, clear, and well-written audit reports for the Chancellor and the ACC, making relevant recommendations on the management of key risks and on the systems, functions, processes, and procedures being reviewed. Report on the findings and recommendations and monitor management's response and timelines for implementation.
• Identify the need for any supplemental resources, e.g. co-sourcing, needed to meet the needs of the Annual Internal Audit Plan
• Assist senior management in formulating policies and procedures for risk management, formulating and updating the AUS Risk Register, and providing details of the Risk Register to the ACC periodically.
• Serve as the Secretary to the ACC and attend at least three meetings per annum.
• Fulfill the requirements of ACC members in servicing ACC meetings and responding to ad-hoc requests from members.
• Undertake special projects or investigations as requested from time to time by the Chair of the ACC or the Chancellor.
• Assist in an advisory capacity in developing AUS policies and procedures as required by the ACC or the Chancellor.
• Conduct any reviews or tasks requested by the Chancellor and ACC, provided that these reviews and tasks do not compromise the independence or objectivity of the internal audit function.
• Maintain internal audit files and working papers to ensure compliance with the IIAxe2x80x99s Global Internal Audit Standards and their International Professional Practices Framework
• Coordinate coverage with the External Auditors and ensure that each party is aware of the otherxe2x80x99s work and fully briefed on areas of concern, ensuring that, wherever possible, external auditors place reliance on the work of internal audit.
• Support independent audit and accreditation reviews by the Sharjah Government Financial Control Department, the Ministry of Education and Commission for Academic Accreditation and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Qualifications and Skills Required

• Bachelorxe2x80x99s degree in related field: business/accounting/finance
• Qualified Accountant (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CIMA, CPA)
• Minimum of 6 years of management/supervisory experience of an internal audit function in a reputable organization
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English
• Excellent and strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Project management skills

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Masterxe2x80x99s degree in accounting, Finance or other relevant discipline Professional Internal Audit qualification (e.g. IAP, CIA or CRMA)
• Experience in Higher Education

How to Apply

• Interested applicants should fill out the

. * AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

• AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon onexe2x80x99s qualifications.

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