Internal Control Officer

What we do

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) works worldwide to provide protection and humanitarian assistance to people affected by conflict and armed violence. We take action in response to emergencies and, at the same time, promote respect for international humanitarian law. We are an independent and neutral organization, and our mandate stems essentially from the Geneva Conventions of 1949. We work closely with National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and with their International Federation in order to ensure a concerted, rational and rapid humanitarian response to the needs of the victims of armed conflict or any other situation of internal violence. We direct and coordinate the international activities conducted in these situations.

Purpose

The Internal Control Officer performs control testing and monitoring activities on key processes linked to significant risks identified within the organization.

Relationships

• Internally, interacts with different unit in HQ, Field, Risk & Assurance units of different metiers
• No external relationships

Accountabilities & Functional responsibilities

• Performs financial and non-financial review for field delegations, HQ and CSN
• Independently performs compliance checks of the internal control system based on SOPs and test plans related to processes with medium to high level of complexity
• Verifies that controls in place in a process under review are implemented effectively
• Proactively studies all ICRC rules and guidelines relevant to the process
• Ensures proper, complete, and auditable documentation of review performed
• Drafts the noted non-compliance findings and submits to the Team Lead for review
• Reviews responses to findings and responds in a timely manner
• Escalates issues and review gaps to the Team Lead
• May be called upon to present his/her findings to the respective process owners in the field or in HQ
• May provide support to the Team Lead as needed
• Participates in functional groups that aim to achieve objectives of the unit aligned to its strategies
• Completes relevant trainings determined necessary for the role
• Actively participates in reflections that aim to improve efficiency and effectivity of the unit

Additional Duties

• May be deployed to the field or HQ for support mission as necessary
• May provide support to other process teams where qualified
• Represents the ICRC in an appropriate way during activities, in meetings and in the field, and avoids any activity that may reflect negatively on the ICRC’s image
• Takes responsibility for their own professional learning and development

Selection Requirements

• At least three (3) years of experience in internal or external audit
• Experience in quality assurance audit is an asset
• Qualification as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or equivalent is an asset
• Excellent computer skills, knowledge of CAATs (IDEA caseware) is an asser
• Fluent command of written and spoken English
• Knowledge of other languages such as French, Arabic, Spanish, or Russian is an asset

Our Values

At the ICRC, we value impact, collaboration, respect, and compassion. We seek candidates who demonstrate behaviors based on these shared values. For more information on the ICRC values, please visit this

What we offer

• Diverse and humanitarian-minded workforce
• An opportunity to contribute to institutional efforts to protect and assist conflict victims worldwide
• Training opportunities
• Flexible work schedule

Additional information

If this sounds like a good fit for you, kindly apply through the Apply now button below and attach a copy of your updated and comprehensive resume along with your motivation letter.
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Deadline of Application: 23 October 2024
Target Start Date: Immediately
Contract Duration: 6 months
Office Address: 32/F BDO Life Megaplaza, 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines
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Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
This vacancy is open for Philippine residents only.