Organisation Summary

The Fijian Competition & Consumer Commission (FCCC) is an independent statutory body established under Section 7 of the FCCC Act 2010 that promotes effective competition and informed markets, encourages fair trading, protects consumers and businesses from restrictive practices, controls prices of regulated industries and other markets where competition is lessened or limited.

Purpose & Nature of Role

The Senior Internal Auditor is responsible for executing and leading audit assignments in compliance with international auditing standards. While reporting to the Manager Audit, Risk & Governance, the incumbent ensures that organizational operations, financial transactions, and compliance measures are effectively evaluated for accuracy, efficiency, and risk mitigation. The Senior Internal Auditor plays a crucial role in advising on enhancements to internal controls, processes, and governance practices, while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Nature & Scope

The operational focuses will be on:

• Assurance & Oversight
• Independence and Objectivity
• Regulatory Compliance & Legal Adherence
• Risk Management
• Process Efficiency and Optimization
• Fraud Detection and Prevention
• Designing and executing audit programs
• Supporting board committees
• Formulating Strategy & Concepts.

Key Results Areas (KRAs)

• Strategic Support to Senior Management
• Audit Planning and Execution
• Reporting and Communication
• Follow-Up on Audit Recommendations
• Risk Management
• Investigation
• Stakeholder engagement
• Team Leadership and Mentoring
• Ensure that the organization complies with all relevant laws, regulations, and internal policies.
• Implement and maintain frameworks that enhance transparency, accountability, and ethical decision-making.
• Alignment of governance practices within the organization's strategic objectives, to ensure that long-term goals are considered in day-to-day decisions.

Key Accountabilities

The Senior Internal Auditor is accountable to the Board for professional and administrative work required to assist FCCC in achieving its stated objectives in its Strategic Plan. The Senior Internal Auditor will be responsible for leading and conducting complex audits to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, compliance with policies, and operational efficiency. This role involves evaluating risk management strategies and providing insights on improving internal processes and governance structures. The Senior Internal Auditor works closely with management to ensure the organization meets its financial, operational, and regulatory objectives. The Senior Internal Auditor must.

• Strategic Audit Planning & Oversight
• Risk Management & Assurance
• Governance & Compliance Advisory
• Audit Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
• Process Improvement
• Investigations
• Leadership & Team Development

Qualification

Applicants with a Post Graduate Diploma or Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting, Financial Management, or related discipline with at least 5 years or more audit, risk, governance, or investigation experience with professional competency and possess a strong understanding of Internal Audit Standards, Risk Management, Governance Codes and practices & Internal Control Frameworks are encouraged to apply. Applicants with membership in IIA, CPA, and FICA would have an added advantage.

Knowledge and Experience

• 5 years or more experience in a similar role.
• Knowledge of how to conduct ICT Audits
• Knowledge in Risk management and risk assessment
• Knowledge of fraud investigation and detection criteria and strategies
• Financial management and Budgeting principles
• Corporate Governance.
• Dynamic and Influential.
• Audit automation and investigation techniques.
• Problem-solving and Innovative.
• Experience working with boards, senior executives, or in legal/governance advisory roles.
• Familiar with auditing standards, internal controls, risk management and compliance.
• Internal Audit Management
• Strong communication and diplomacy skills are required to guide, influence, and convince others.
• Impact and credibility within all levels of FCCC operations and ability to deliver.
• Project Management & Monitoring and Evaluation
• Able to live up to FCCC Values.

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