Internal Audit Officer

JOB OVERVIEW

The Internal Audit Unit (IAU) of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission is recruiting two Internal Audit Officers, on a temporary contract for a period of six months with the possibility of renewal, to assist in the execution of its audit plan.

Reporting functionally to the Audit Committee and administratively to the Director General, the Internal Audit Unit (IAU) is an independent and objective assurance and advisory function designed to add value and improve the Commission's operations. The IAU helps the organisation accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.  

Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the Internal Audit Officer will contribute to various activities to develop insights and bring perspectives covering financial, operational, regulatory, performance, governance, fraud…. You will be a member of the IAU Team, and you will primarily contribute to the development of the Audit Plan, the execution of audit, consulting engagements and reviews, and the communication of the results to the organisation’s Leadership, Management and staff; and interact with stakeholders and external auditors as applicable.

KEY DUTIES

• Collaborate with the Internal Audit Unit (IAU) team to identify organisational risks and help develop the annual audit plan.
• Execute internal audits and consulting projects efficiently, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Plan audit engagements by identifying key risks and designing effective, risk-based audit procedures.
• Manage all data analysis for audits: Define objectives, acquire and clean data, perform analysis, and clearly communicate the findings.
• Document audit findings and conclusions, and communicate results to stakeholders clearly and promptly.
• Write comprehensive audit reports that include clear, practical, and constructive recommendations to help Management and process owners improve operations, strengthen controls, and identify opportunities for efficiency/cost savings.
• Track management's responses and monitor the implementation of agreed-upon corrective action plans.
• Drive innovation in the unit by conducting research, staying current with audit standards, and adopting modern tools and methodologies.
• Maintain expertise in audit literature and professional standards, specifically those relevant to the organisation.
• Contribute to team-wide initiatives and projects (e.g., training, process improvement).
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Internal Auditor.
   

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Qualifications & Experience

• Required Degree: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Accounting, Auditing, Management Control, Business Administration, or Information Technology.
• Experience: At least  three (3) years of relevant professional experience
• including at least two (2) years at a confirmed level in internal/external audit, internal control, risk management, governance, or business consulting.
• Preferred: Experience gained from a leading audit and consulting firm is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Audit Knowledge: Strong knowledge of professional audit standards.
• Certifications (Desirable): Relevant professional certification (e.g., CIA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Software Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of standard productivity tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Audit Software: Good familiarity with audit management software (e.g., Teammate, MetricStream).
• Data Analytics (Preferred): Experience with Data Analytics and visualisation tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) is desirable but not mandatory.
• Process Analysis: Experience researching and analysing trends in process engineering.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities, attention to detail, and a proactive, curious mindset with a willingness to tackle challenges.
• Project Management: Excellent project management skills.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills, a collaborative attitude, and excellent written and verbal communication.
• Integrity: Maintain the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and respect for confidentiality.
• Language: Fluency in English is required. Knowledge of French and/or Spanish is a plus.
• Exposure (Preferred): International exposure or experience working effectively with diverse teams is preferred.

JOB LOCATION

 The position of  Internal Audit Officer is stationed at the OECS Commission headquarters in St. Lucia.

The OECS Commission values workforce diversity and is open to considering eligible applicants of all backgrounds, genders, religions, and sexual orientations.

Strong emphasis will be placed on recruiting nationals from all OECS Member States. The Commission is particularly underrepresented by nationals of Antigua and Barbuda, Grenada, Montserrat, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands, Martinique, Guadeloupe, and St. Martin.

Candidates from these Member States are encouraged to apply.

Only applications under consideration will be acknowledged.