Auditor General

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Auditor General

Provide independent assurance and strengthen governance across PAHO

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Regional Office for the Americas of the World Health Organization (WHO) is seeking an experienced highly principled and strategic Auditor General to lead the Office of Internal Audit and provide independent objective assurance and advisory services that enhance risk management internal controls and governance across the Organization.

The Auditor General leads a team of internal audit professionals and delivers services that add value and improve organizational performance while upholding international auditing standards and PAHOs Rules and Regulations.

Under the direct supervision of the Director the selected candidate will:

Develop and direct a long-term internal audit strategy and risk-based annual audit plans for PAHO.
Lead complex and sensitive audits and reviews ensuring high-quality reporting and follow-up on recommendations.
Assess organizational risk management processes and recommend corrective actions where needed.
Safeguard the Organizations financial resources and proactively assess and mitigate fraud risks.
Lead mentor and manage a high-performing internal audit team fostering professional development and ethical conduct.
Represent PAHO in internal and external oversight forums including within the UN common system and with Member States.

For a complete list of functions please refer to the post description.

What is required for this position

Education

A bachelors and a masters degree from a recognized university in public or business administration auditing finance or any other area related to the functions of the post plus professional certification from an internationally recognized oversight body such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA); Certified Public Accountant (CPA); Chartered Accountant (CA); Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE).

Experience

Thirteen years of combined national and international professional experience in managing an oversight function with at least five years of supervisory experience.

Languages

Fluency in English. Knowledge of Spanish would be an asset.

IT Skills

Demonstrated ability to effectively use current technology and software as well as Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP). Other IT skills and knowledge of software programs such as Microsoft Excel Outlook OneDrive PowerPoint Teams SharePoint and Word are considered essential.

Competencies and Skills

For a complete list of competencies and skills please refer to the post description.

The skills required are:
In-depth knowledge of internal auditing principles practices and international oversight standards.
Strong leadership and people-management skills in a public or international organizational context.
Ability to assess and strengthen risk management internal controls and governance frameworks.
Excellent analytical skills and capacity to address complex sensitive and high-risk issues.
Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to report at senior and governing-body levels.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external stakeholders in multicultural environments.
High standards of integrity independence and professional ethics.

Duration of Contract

Post of limited duration for seven years. First year probationary period.

DISCLAIMER

• This vacancy notice may be used to fill other similar positions at the same grade and level.

• All applicants are required to complete an on-line profile to be considered for this post.

• Candidates will be contacted only if they are under serious consideration.

• In the event that your candidature is retained for an interview you will be required to provide in advance a scanned copy of the official degree(s)/diploma(s)/certificate(s) required for this position. PAHO considers official higher educational qualifications obtained from an institution accredited/recognized in one of the following databases:

- World Higher Education Database (WHED) list updated by the International Association of Universities(IAU)/United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

The list can be assessed through the link: Council for Higher Education Accreditation

- College Navigator found on the website of the National Centre for Educational Statistics to support the validation process.

• Any appointment/extension of appointment is subject to PAHO Staff Regulations Staff Rules and e-Manual.

PAHO/WHO is committed to:

• PAHO supports an environment of mutual respect and dignity for all applicants. All interested individuals who meet the requirements of this position are encouraged to apply.

• Persons with disabilities can request reasonable accommodations to enable participation in the recruitment process. To do so email us at:

• Maintaining high standards of integrity and accountability. People joining PAHO are required to maintain these standards both in their professional work and personal activities.

• Promoting a work environment that is free from harassment sexual harassment discrimination and other types of abusive behavior. PAHO conducts background checks and will not hire anyone who has a substantiated history of misconduct.

• Providing a smoke-free environment.

• Protecting the people in the communities we we have zero tolerance for sexual exploitation and abuse. People who commit serious wrongdoing will be terminated and may also face criminal prosecution.