Key responsibilities
- Identify, assess and advise on mitigating financial and operational risks to the Ministry.
- Ensure all departmental activities comply with government laws, policies and international financial standards.
- Conduct regular and ad-hoc audits of the Ministry's financial and operational processes to ensure integrity and efficiency.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and governance processes.
- Investigate suspected fraud, waste, abuse or non-compliance with regulations.
- Recommend measures, based on audit findings, to prevent problems from recurring.
- Prepare audit reports with clear, actionable findings and recommendations for improvement.
- Communicate findings promptly and effectively to senior management and relevant stakeholders.
- Help develop and update policies and procedures that strengthen the Ministry's operations.
- Promote good practice in governance and risk management.
- Train and guide other departments on risk management, compliance and good audit practice.
- Raise awareness of internal controls and compliance requirements across the Ministry.
- Work with other departments to align audit work with the Ministry's wider goals.
- Provide independent assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal controls.