POSITION OBJECTIVE:
Ensures professional performance of day to day internal auditing work as key component of the corporate governance structure. Supervises implementation of comprehensive audit program including performance, financial and compliance audit projects; providing input to the development of annual audit plan; and providing ongoing training, coaching and supervision to internal audit staff specializing in General accounting and Materials management/Procurement.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Assist the Chief Internal Auditor in Managing audit staff and in the planning, organizing, directing and monitoring of internal audit operations, including assisting in training and evaluating staff; and taking corrective actions to address performance problems.
• Identifies and evaluates TANESCO risk areas and contributes to development of the annual audit plan.
• Participate in the business processes redesign and policies review exercise to ensure that risk is minimised.
• Monitors performance of audit procedures, including identifying and defining issue, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence, and documenting client processes and procedures.
• Guides the audit staff in the identification, development, and documentation of audit issues and recommendations.
• Reviews the results of audit and consulting activities via written reports and forwards recommendations to the chief Internal Auditor prior to presentations to the management, the Audit Committee and the Board.
• Maintains productive staff and management relationships through individual contacts and group meetings.
• Represents internal audit at management and board meetings and with external organizations
• Performs related work as assigned by the Chief Internal Auditor.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Good Accounting or Finance Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Holder of Professional accounting certification such as a CPA or ACCA.
• Certification on CIA or CPSP will be an added advantage
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in a senior position is required
Remuneration and Benefits:
Competitive remuneration package shall be offered commensurate with skills and experience. Details will be discussed at the interview; only people who fit the above criteria need to apply.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
If you a Tanzanian National and interested in the position, you should send a written application giving full details of previous work life history, qualifications and include two work references. Applications should be marked “Private and confidential” and addressed to:
Senior Manager Human Resources
TANESCO
PO Box 9024,
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania