Internal Auditor Vacancy

The Mauritius Investment Corporation Ltd (MIC) is a private limited company, having as objectives amongst others, to support and accelerate the economic development of Mauritius and to build a savings base for the citizens of Mauritius.

The MIC invites applications from suitably qualified candidates for the above-mentioned position.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

The candidate should hold:

1. Hold Cambridge Higher School Certificate with three (3) subjects (one and the same sitting) at Principal Level; and
2. Be fully qualified in ACCA/ACA/CIA/CIMA qualified or any relevant equivalent professional qualification;
3. Have at least 3 years’ of experience within similar role and sector;
4. Have Sound knowledge of IFRS and international standards on auditing;
5. Have proven track record of compliance with quality standards and an ability to balance an efficient and compliant audit.

SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

With respect to the position the candidate is applying for, He/She should have, at the minimum, the following skill set:

• Experience in evaluating and performing risk assessments;
• Experience in managing and developing junior staff;
• An understanding of relevant regulatory issues;
• The ability to contribute and create new initiatives and be responsive to change;
• Sound knowledge of IFRS and international standards on auditing;
• Proven track record of compliance with quality standards and an ability to balance an efficient and compliant audit

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The key responsibilities for the post will be communicated to the incumbent on assumption of duty.

COMPETENCIES AND BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS

The candidate should, inter alia:

1. Perform an entity-wide review of the operations and internal controls in place at the MIC;
2. Develop a strategic internal audit plan that identifies the anticipated timing of internal audits to be conducted based on the Risk Assessment
3. Lead internal audit team responsible for the planning, execution, and reporting results of financial, operational and strategic internal audits;
4. Participate in the development of internal audit risk assessments, audit plans, and detailed internal audit reports and presentation materials;
5. Conduct audit testing of specified area and identify reportable issues and dimension of risk;
6. Review audit work papers prepared by the audit staff; and
7. Review the work of other staff for quality, accuracy and relevance

TERMS AND REMUNERATION

The position will be initially on a two-year contractual basis, with possibility to convert into permanent and pensionable establishment of the MIC.

An attractive salary package will be offered to the right candidate.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Applications along with curriculum vitae, motivation letter and all supporting documents for the post (National Identity Card, academic and certified professional certificates, evidence of working experience) shall be submitted:

• on recruitment@finance-mic.goodsmauritius.com

OR

• in a sealed envelope, along with copies of the above-mentioned documents, together with the job reference clearly marked on the top left hand corner of the envelope, addressed to:

CEO Office

Mauritius Investment Corporation Ltd,

Level 3, Bank of Mauritius, Old Building

Sir William Newton Street, Port Louis

The deadline for the submission of applications is Monday, 19 December 2022.

NOTE FOR APPLICANTS

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.
• Incomplete, inadequate or inaccurate applications may cause an applicant’s elimination. It is an offence to give information which is false or to conceal any relevant information. This will lead to an application being rejected or, if a candidate has already been appointed, to the termination of his/her appointment.
• Only the best qualified candidates will be called for interview and they may be required to undergo any selection process, which may be applicable for the position.
• Recruitment by the MIC is made solely on the basis of qualifications and merit. Recruitment is not made against reward of any kind. Applicants must therefore guard themselves against any person who promises employment against reward, financial or otherwise, and report the case immediately to the nearest Police Station.
• Any person who directly or indirectly by himself or by other person and in any manner, influences or attempts to influence any decision of the interview panel or that of the MIC or its Board shall commit an offence and shall be automatically disqualified from the recruitment process and may be liable to criminal prosecution.
• The MIC reserves the right not to make any appointment following this advertisement without any obligation to give any reason to the candidate(s) of the grounds of its actions.

                                                                                                               28 November 2022