HHWO, is a humanitarian non-profit, non-governmental, non-political, and non-partisan, national organization founded by its ardent founders in 2014. HHWO is registered in the Ministry of Economy (MOEC) with registration number (#3291) dated 28-09-2014.

At HHWO, we seek to build a future in which all Afghans - regardless of their gender, age, race, ethnicity, or religion - experience a life of dignity and comfort, free from hunger, poverty, ignorance, illiteracy, violence, and backwardness.

Our overall mission is to eliminate hunger, reduce poverty, provide and promote access to health care and education, provide access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH), promote gender equality, and provide child protection services to vulnerable and underprivileged children by putting an emphasis on their education, nutrition, health, and participation in sports. We also put a lot of effort into developing the skills of both men and women, increasing their social and legal awareness, assisting them in becoming equal partners, active citizens, and key decision-makers, allowing them to assume leadership positions, addressing women's needs, and advocating for local issues through which the vulnerable groups can assert their dignity and pursue human rights and peace.

Position Summary

The Internal Auditor is responsible for ensuring the integrity and effectiveness of HHWO’s internal control systems, risk management practices, and compliance with organizational policies and procedures. Internal Audit plays a crucial role in safeguarding HHWO’s assets, enhancing operational efficiency, and supporting the organization's mission-driven goals.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Planning and Execution:

• • Develop an annual audit plan based on a risk assessment and in consultation with senior management and the Audit Committee.
  • Conduct audits of financial, operational, and compliance processes to evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and adherence to policies and procedures.
  • Perform audit procedures including testing of transactions, review of documentation, interviews with staff, and analysis of data to identify risks and areas for improvement.
  • Inspect account books, statements, ledgers, and accounting systems for efficiency and use of accepted accounting procedures (GAAP, IFRS).
  • Assess financial operations and make best-practices recommendations to management.
  • Obtain, analyses and evaluate accounting documentation, previous reports, data, flowcharts etc.
  •  Perform audits of cash, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fix assets, operating expenses, & payroll expenses.
  • Liaison with all the business functions of the organization which includes HR, Finance Admin, Program & operations etc. to gather data and information for audit requirements.
  • Conducting internal audits to test the adequacy of internal controls and compliance with HHWO policies, donor regulations and relevant applicable laws in Afghanistan.

Risk Assessment and Management:

• • Risk Identification: Identify and assess risks related to HHWO’s operations, financial management, and compliance with donor requirements.
  • Risk Mitigation: Recommend risk mitigation strategies and control improvements to management based on audit findings and best practices.

Compliance and Policy Adherence:

• • Policy Review: Review and assess compliance with organizational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
  • Legal Compliance: Ensure HHWO’s operations comply with relevant laws, regulations, and donor agreements, providing recommendations for corrective actions where necessary.

Reporting and Communication:

• • Audit Reports: Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports that summarize findings, recommendations, and management responses.
  • Communications: Present audit findings and recommendations to senior management, the Audit Committee, and relevant stakeholders, facilitating discussions on corrective actions and improvements.

Capacity Building and Training:

• • Staff Training: Provide training and guidance to staff on internal controls, risk management, and compliance requirements to enhance awareness and effectiveness.
  • Knowledge Sharing: Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement through knowledge sharing sessions and workshops.

Audit Follow-up and Monitoring:

• • Follow-up Reviews: Monitor the implementation of audit recommendations and conduct follow-up audits to assess progress and closure of identified issues.
  • Monitoring Systems: Develop and maintain systems for tracking audit findings, recommendations, and management responses to ensure accountability and transparency.

Quality Assurance:

• • Audit Standards: Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with international auditing standards, HHWO policies, and best practices in internal auditing.
  • Continuous Improvement: Continuously improve audit methodologies, tools, and processes to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of the internal audit function.

Education:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; professional certification (CIA, CPA, CISA) is preferred

Experience:

• • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in internal auditing, preferably in the non-profit sector or with NGOs.

Skills: 

• • Strong knowledge of auditing standards, procedures, and techniques, with experience in risk-based auditing and control evaluation.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and make sound recommendations.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial and operational data.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Languages: Written and Spoken Fluency in English and Dari and/or Pashto, both.

Location: Kabul

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to hr.hhwo@gmail.com, and CC director.hhwo@gmail.com

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