Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit

Beginning of the main content section.Return to the home pagePrintable Format Job Description - Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit (26003217)Job Description Chief Internal Auditor - Projects Audit - (26003217) Job Description StrategyEnsure 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.OperationsHandle 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.Product/Process ImprovementCapture challenges and lessons learned and raise improvement opportunities for the Projects Audit function.Review audit performance and service outcomes and propose improvement actions to enhance efficiency and risk mitigation.Implement Special Assignments as requested by His Excellency, Director General (HE.DG).Physical Working ConditionsConduct field visits to infrastructure projects and maintenance works, as required by audit tasks, to verify contractor and consultant compliance with contractual terms and conditions. Qualifications Job Qualifications & RequirementsEducationBachelor’s/ master’s degree in engineering, Accounting/FinanceExperience6+ years in case of master’s degree (8+ years in case of bachelor’s degree)QualificationCertifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)/Chartered Accountant (CA) CertifiedInformation Systems Auditor (CISA) Certified Auditor in Risk Management (CRMA) Job Category: AuditAdvertiser: Roads and Transport AuthorityDepartment: Internal AuditEducational-level: BachelorRequired Nationality: UAE Only Suitable for people with determination: NoMonthly Salary: UnspecifiedSchedule-Time: Full timeJob Posting: 06/10/2026Unposting Date: 05/11/2026