Internal Control Officer

Application deadline
Place of work
32/F BDO Life Megaplaza, 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines
Contract
Fixed term

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 and responsibilties

  • 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

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

How to apply

Qualified applicants are requested to submit their comprehensive and updated resume along with their motivation letter.

Only applications received through the career page link will be pre-screened/processed.

Deadline of application: 2 December 2024
Target Start Date: Immediately
Contract Duration: 6 months
Office Address: 32/F BDO Life Megaplaza, 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City, Philippines

Only short-listed candidates will be notified. This vacancy is open for Philippine residents only.

About us

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a neutral, impartial and independent humanitarian organization that protects and assists people affected by armed conflict and other situations of violence around the world. It is present in more than 100 countries, with headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland.

The ICRC's Manila Shared Services Center (MSSC), based in Makati City, Philippines, carries out a range of global functions, including reporting, financial, logistical, human resources and other services.