Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit

Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit (26002544)Job Description Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit - (26002544) Job Description Strategy Ensure adherence to professional internal-audit standards and quality requirements across Projects Audit deliverables. Lead training, mentoring, and knowledge-transfer activities to build Projects Audit staff capabilities.Perform internal performance-management activities for audit teams and provide inputs to improve team effectiveness.Participate in internal committees and best-practice forums related to audit, governance,compliance, and excellence.Support implementation of approved executive plans and roadmaps for internal audit,corporate governance, control, and compliance.Participate in preparation of the internal audit plan by identification and evaluation of risk areas and provide input to develop the plan.Support the development and maintenance of internal audit policies, procedures, manuals and processes updates.Operations Handle evaluation of internal control systems for infrastructure, engineering, and maintenance works to identify important audit areas.Design and review audit programs to determine compliance, and coverage of engagement to capture the full scope of work. Organize meetings with auditees to discuss audit findings and refer to higher management, if needed.Enable audits of investment projects and teams/committees’ activities related to infrastructure and engineering projects; support verification of compliance with technical, contractual, and relevant regulatory requirements per the approved plan and scope;coordinate preparation of work papers in the Audit system.Perform assessment of relevant Authority's Agencies & Sectors compliance with the Enterprise Project Management System (OPMS) per the approved plan and scope. Audit inspection activities related to infrastructure and engineering, including Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) activities and No Objection Certificate (NOC) issuance, per the approved plan and scope.Coordinate with relevant Authority's Agencies & Sectors regarding reports from government entities concerned with monitoring and auditing projects; review responses and ensure their appropriateness. Provide consulting services to relevant Authority's Agencies & Sectors on auditing and internal control for infrastructure and engineering projects, maintenance works, and related activities.Conduct quality control over audit records, workpapers, and updates to ensure completeness and accuracy before report issuance.Prepare periodic upward reports for senior leadership on Projects Audit activities and outcomes as required.Manage and oversee co-sourced audit arrangements, including consultant contracting and supervision of external auditors.Follow up with relevant Authority's Agencies & Sectors to ensure that approved internal audit recommendations are closed. Qualifications Job Qualifications & RequirementsBachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Engineering, Accounting/ FinanceExperience6+ years in case of Master’s degree (8+ years in case of Bachelor’s degree)QualificationAudit MethodologiesReportingRisk ManagementInternal ControlGlobal Internal Audit StandardsQuality, Health, Safety , Environment and Sustainability Job Category: AuditAdvertiser: Roads and Transport AuthorityDepartment: Internal AuditEducational-level: BachelorRequired Nationality: All Nationalities (Priority for UAE National) Suitable for people with determination: NoMonthly Salary: UnspecifiedSchedule-Time: Full timeJob Posting: 04/09/2026Unposting Date: 04/10/2026

Bachelor’s/ Master’s degree in Engineering, Accounting/ Finance

Strategy: Ensure adherence to internal-audit standards across Projects Audit deliverables; lead training, mentoring, and knowledge transfer; manage performance and improve team effectiveness; participate in committees and forums on audit, governance, compliance; support development and maintenance of internal audit policies and plans. Operations: Evaluate internal control systems for infrastructure, engineering, and maintenance; design and review audit programs; meet with auditees to discuss findings; enable audits of investment projects and related activities; verify compliance with technical, contractual, and regulatory requirements; coordinate work papers; assess compliance with the Enterprise Project Management System; conduct audit inspections including HSE and NOC issuance; coordinate with government agencies; provide consulting on auditing and internal control; perform quality control of audit records; prepare periodic reports for senior leadership; manage co-sourced audits and external auditors; follow up on internal audit recommendations.