• This position is open for candidates based in Guatemala, El Salvador or Mexico.

• Provide technical guidance and direction in the Annual Audit Planning Process using risk analysis techniques and tools, and develop annual audit plans for discussion, review and approval by the Regional Audit Director (RAD), NO portfolio Leadership and with the Board Audit & Risk Committees (ARCs) within the portfolio (as applicable).
• Provide leadership and supervise the performance of audit engagements’ planning, field work, and audit reporting; ensuring that the audit process is aligned and supports strategy delivery in the assigned NO portfolio within the region.
• Foster effective engagement with the National Directors, Senior Leadership Teams (SLTs) and ARCs (including Advisory Council meetings, as applicable) in the NO portfolio (as applicable) on the performance of the Audit Team in the assigned NO portfolio. This is to be done through quarterly participation at ARCs for the NO portfolio assigned.

• Perform quality reviews of risk-based integrated audit (RBIA) assignments and provide guidance to the Regional Audit Seniors (RAS) and Regional Auditors (RA) regarding:

• Quality audit standards to be observed and maintained by all auditors in the course of their work
• Provide on-the-job technical support during field work with the team members and on site review as necessary.

• Maintain an audit presence and history of audits per project/grant as needed based on available resources and through the use of MK Insight software (MKI)
• Lead the audit team in following up evidence of implementation of audit findings as per auditee’s “corrective action plans’’ to ensure audit matters arising are fully resolved.

• Responsible for the daily supervision of audit staff and responsible for the development of audit staff and the completion of performance evaluations
• Maintain Continuing Education (CPE) by attending online courses or professional seminars and trainings. The incumbent should maintain a minimum of 40 units per year

• Participate as an advisor of the NO Integrity and Protection Hotline (IPH) and Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) committees in assigned country portfolio.
• Support and implement the Global Assurance & Advisory (GAA) initiatives deemed to increase the internal audit team effectiveness and efficiency

• Bachelor degree in Commerce, Accounting/Business Management/Finance/Audit/Risk Management or related field.
• Professional audit certifications (CIA/CISA/ACFE) finalized or in advanced stage of certification process.
• Must be able to effectively work with new and changing situations including new regulations; where there may not always be a readily apparent solution
• Excellent presentation, analytical, interpersonal, time management, research, managerial and communications skills
• Maintain a current knowledge base of audit industry practices and to ensure best practices as always considered
• Perform all assigned audit duties in a manner that reflects the highest professional standards and complies with the guidelines of the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Considerable knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the Code of Ethics developed by the Institute of Internal Auditors.
• Must have prior working experience in internal auditing of not less than six years in a recognized organization, three of which should be at a senior supervisory level. Experience in internal auditing within accredited audit firms and/or in a Non-Governmental organization will be an added advantage.
• People management skills, with a track record of leading teams to meet outcomes.
• Proven experience in Risk Based Auditing
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence others and establish credibility with business partners.
• Cross cultural and multi faith experience
• Exposure to various accounting systems

• Experience in internal auditing within accredited audit firms and/or in a non-Governmental organization will be an added advantage.
• Strategic thinker with advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong project management skills.
• Computer skills (office application, accounting systems is a plus).
• Working knowledge in Audit software packages.
• Must be honest and hardworking, with proven experience in dealing with management at a senior level and be disciplined leader. Experience in a multicultural setting is highly desirable.
• A working knowledge of WVI business and systems, including computerized accounting systems such as Sun System.
• Good understanding of non-profit industry.
• Must be a committed Christian, able to stand above denominational diversities.

• Ability and willingness to travel Internationally or Domestically by up to 40% of the time. This travel includes fragile context operational areas within the Region.
• This role involves working in a virtual /geographically dispersed / multi-culturally team.
• This is a hybrid role (homeworking 60%, office 40%).
• Willingness to attend and participate in devotions and/or Chapel services.

• Good command of the English and Spanish languages, written and communication skills in particular.

• Knowledge of Portuguese would be an added advantage.

Local Applicants Only