Corporate Audit Manager – Internal Audit

About the role

The Corporate Audit Manager will lead internal audit activities for FINCA Malawi, ensuring that audit plans are executed effectively and that risk management, control, and governance processes are continuously improved. This senior role combines audit execution, consulting, and supervision to support the subsidiary’s strategic objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the execution of the internal audit plan, ensuring audits are completed on schedule.
• Develop, implement, and monitor risk‑based audit plans aligned with organizational strategy.
• Provide consulting services to subsidiary management and staff on audit findings and recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor internal audit staff, fostering professional development and adherence to standards.
• Maintain compliance with The IIA’s Global Internal Audit Standards and uphold ethical standards.
• Anticipate planning issues, resolve conflicts, and address ad‑hoc audit requests promptly.

Required profile

• Proven experience in internal auditing within a financial or micro‑finance environment.
• Strong understanding of risk management, control frameworks, and governance processes.
• Ability to lead audit teams, communicate findings clearly, and influence senior management.
• Commitment to professional ethics and continuous improvement.

Required skills

• Internal audit
• Risk assessment
• Financial audit
• Operational audit
• IT audit
• Compliance audit
• IIA Global Internal Audit Standards