Internal Audit and Risk Officer

About the role

Fairtrade Africa seeks an experienced Internal Audit and Risk Officer to provide independent, objective assurance and consulting across its West and Central Africa (ECAN & SAN) regions. The role focuses on assessing internal controls, risk‑management activities, and financial records, and delivering actionable recommendations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive engagement programme and risk‑based audit plans for assigned areas.
• Conduct preliminary reviews, prepare audit assignment plans, and perform audit tests on accounting, administrative and operational procedures.
• Evaluate internal controls, document findings, and draft detailed audit reports.
• Lead audit teams, review test procedures, and follow up on implementation of recommendations.
• Oversee risk‑management activities and ensure compliance with acceptable standards, budgets and schedules.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Economics or a related field.
• Professional certification (CPA, ACCA or equivalent) and membership of a recognized accounting body.
• Minimum eight (8) years of relevant experience, including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Thorough understanding of international NGO financial reporting standards.

Required skills