Zambia Railways Limited (ZRL) is a national Railway of Zambia. The Company specializes in transporting heavy cargo in the Southern African Development Community (SADC), as well as running a local passenger train service. The area of product specialization is freight-bulk cargo and passenger rail services to the satisfaction of all Stakeholders. The Company therefore seeks the services of a committed, vibrant, innovative, and strategically focused and business oriented Zambian national to fill the vacant positions below of:

JOB TITLE: SENIOR INTERNAL AUDITOR (2)

JOB GRADE: RM5
SUPERVISOR: MANAGER INTERNAL AUDIT
DIRECTORATE: CORPORATE

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Assist and support the examination, verification, evaluation and reporting on financial, operational and managerial processes systems, controls and outcomes to ensure financial and operational integrity and compliance.

MAIN DUTIES

• Provide input in the development and implementation of the internal audit charter.
• Ensure prompt implementation of annual audit plan.
• Ensure prompt preparation of audit working papers and audit reports.
• Provide relevant documentation and information to audit firms performing external audits.
• Ensure implementation and maintenance of policies.
• Ensure compliance to internal policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Make recommendations on how to improve internal controls, risk management and accounting systems.
• Effectively participate in the evaluation of internal controls and operating practices.
• Initiate and implement auditing techniques, practices and benchmarks.
• Review and evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of the systems.
• Observe and assess internal processes and procedures, provide compliance reports and recommendations.
• Provide input in the development of risk internal audit and strategic plans that align with current and future corporate goals.
• Manage quality outcomes, while meeting established time budget.
• Verify the accuracy of financial records as they pertain to assets, liabilities, receipts, expenditures, and related transactions.
• Ensure effective and efficient utilization of resources.
• Safeguard the company against fraud and theft of assets.
• Ensure verification of attestation of all employee contracts.
• Management of internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide information to internal and external stakeholders for appropriate decision making.
• Ensure compliance to Governing laws and regulations
• Liaise with other departments to identify and manage risks

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Highest standard of ethical behaviour.
• Strong computer literacy
• Governance and compliance skills.
• Corporate laws and procedures
• Strategic thinking
• Knowledge of rules, regulations and procedures.
• Critical thinking and Problem solving.
• Numerical, Analytical and Financial skills.
• Communication skills.
• Accountability
• Innovative
• Analytical skills
• Commercial and business acumen.
• Performance and appraisal knowledge.
• Team building.
• Talent management.
• Leadership and Supervisory skills.

Academic /Professional Qualifications:

• Full grade 12 certificate (5 ‘0’ levels) with credit or better in Mathematics and English
• Full CA, ACCA or a bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting or equivalent.
• At least 3 years’ experience in an audit or finance position.
• Must be a fully paid-up member of ZICA.
• Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) membership is an added advantage.

Applicants who meet the respective stated qualifications and experience should submit their applications with detailed curriculum vitae, certified and ZAQA verified copies of their academic and professional qualifications, and details of three (3) traceable referees with their contact numbers not later than 17:00hrs on Tuesday 24 ^th December, 2024 to email address: [email protected]

Applications must be addressed to:

Director Human Resource and Administration

Zambia Railways Limited

1st Floor Shitima House, P.O Box 80935

K A B W E

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Women are encouraged to apply.