About the Role
Tujijenge Tanzania is seeking a qualified and experienced Internal Auditor to lead and execute risk-based internal audit activities across the organization. The successful candidate will evaluate internal controls, ensure compliance with financial regulations, conduct operational and financial audits, identify business risks, and provide recommendations to strengthen governance, risk management, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
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Develop and implement a risk-based annual internal audit plan.
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Conduct operational, financial, and compliance audits.
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Perform special investigations where required.
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Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems.
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Assess compliance with company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
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Review compliance with Bank of Tanzania (BoT) regulations and other applicable financial laws.
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Evaluate compliance with Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Customer Protection requirements.
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Identify control weaknesses and recommend corrective actions.
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Conduct risk assessments across business operations.
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Advise management on internal controls, governance, and risk mitigation strategies.
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Prepare audit reports for Senior Management, the Audit Committee, and the Board of Directors.
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Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions.
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Utilize data analytics to improve audit effectiveness.
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Support continuous improvement of internal audit processes and governance practices.
Requirements
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Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or a related field.
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Master's Degree is an added advantage.
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CPA (T), ACCA, CIA, or another recognized auditing/accounting certification.
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Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Internal Auditing.
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Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in Risk Management and Compliance.
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Experience working within the financial services sector.
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Strong knowledge of Bank of Tanzania (BoT) regulations.
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Good understanding of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations.
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Strong knowledge of financial sector regulatory requirements.
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Experience conducting risk assessments and developing audit strategies.
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High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
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Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and report writing skills.
