Assistant Auditor (AUGD/AGS 4) - Special Audit Unit

JOB OVERVIEW

This position provides assistance in conducting Special Audits in assigned Ministries, Departments, Agencies, Public & Statutory Bodies in response to allegations (including whistleblower complaints) of malpractices, misappropriations, and Government of Jamaica policies and guidelines, regarding the use of public resources. 

GUIDING PRINCIPLES

• Confidentiality 
• Integrity 
• Fairness 
• Accountability 
• Transparency

CENTRAL LEGISLATIVE FRAMEWORK

• The Jamaican (Constitution)
• Order in Council (Act), 1962
• Financial Administration & Audit Act, 2011 
• Financial Administration & Audit (Fiscal Responsibility Framework) (Amendment) Regulations, 2015
• Public Bodies Management & Accountability Act, 2001 
• The Integrity Commission Act, 2017
• The Protective Disclosures Act, 2011 
• The Corruption Prevention Act, 2001

KEY OUTPUTS AND DELIVERABLES:

Special Audits conducted

• Audit plan executed 
• Special audits executed 
• Stakeholders engaged 
• Entrance & Exit Meetings attended 
• Mid-point reviews attended 
• Working papers prepared 

Skilled, competent & productive staff

• AuGD core values entrenched. 
• Succession & Capacity Development Plans supported.
• PMAS used to streamline audit deliverables. 
• Staff adaptive to priority work programmes 
• Staff welfare supported

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

Technical/Professional 

• Conducts Special Audits in accordance with INTOSAI’s special auditing standards, AuGD Special Audits Manual and established standards, to determine credibility of allegations and compliance with relevant laws, regulations and guidelines. 
• Conducts fieldwork, collecting control evidence and data and reviewing documents/ information gathered to ensure consistency with the audit objectives. 
• Prepares working papers and facilitate upload of working papers and other audit evidence to TeamMate+ in accordance with quality standards. 
• Contributes to audit mid-point reviews 
• Responds to queries of Directors and the Principal Auditor, as required 
• Attends and provides technical support at Public Accounts Committee meetings, as required. 
• Conducts verification of responses from auditee to facilitate the Auditor General’s deliberations of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC). 

Teamwork 

• Collaborates with team members to achieve the Departments/Unit’s shared goals and objectives. 
• Foster open communication, active listening and involvement and constructive feedback to ensure seamless team collaboration. 
• Promotes an inclusive team building culture, recognizing the benefits of diverse perspectives and skills. 
• Contributes to a positive and productive team environment that delivers exceptional results. 

Other Responsibilities 

• Performs other related duties that may be assigned. 

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Working papers are completed in accordance with established standards and agreed timeframe. 
• Audit evidence is complete, accurate and factual. 
• Queries and correspondence are completed in accordance with established standards and agreed timeframe. 
• Declarations of Independence and performance evaluation reports are completed in accordance with agreed standards and timelines. 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES

• Stakeholder Engagement
• Professional judgement and scepticism
• Verbal & Written Communication
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Investigative and Forensic Auditing concepts and techniques
• Results-oriented 
• Critical Thinking & Analysis

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field from a recognized University, or ACCA level 2
• Any other equivalent combination of qualification and experience 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ASSOCIATED WITH THE JOB

• Typical Office environment. 
• Occasional exposure to adverse working conditions. 
• Typical working hours. 
• Performing duties while under pressure. 
• Local travels required. 
• Performing multiple tasks at the same time

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.