top of page

3 Assistant Internal Auditor job at Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) | Apply Now

Are you looking for Auditor jobs in Uganda 2025 today? then you might be interested in Assistant Internal Auditor job at Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA)

Entebbe, Uganda

Full Time

Deadline: 

14 Feb 2025

About the Organisation

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority is the government agency responsible for licensing, monitoring, and regulating civil aviation matters. It is administered by the Uganda Ministry of Works and Transport.

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority is the government agency responsible for licensing, monitoring, and regulating civil aviation matters. It is administered by the Uganda Ministry of Works and Transport.

The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA) is a corporate entity responsible for regulating civil aviation in Uganda. It oversees the management of Entebbe International Airport (EIA) and 13 other regional aerodromes. UCAA operates in line with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs).

Job Title

3 Assistant Internal Auditor job at Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA)

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority (UCAA)

Job Description

The Authority now plans to recruit suitably qualified Ugandans of impeccable integrity and commitment to fill the following position in its establishment as detailed below: –


JOB REF: UCAA/ADV/EXT/01/2024

POST: ASSISTANT INTERNAL AUDITOR

REPORTS TO: INTERNAL AUDITOR

SALARY LEVEL: 9

VACANCIES: 03

JOB PURPOSE: To offer support services for carrying out risk-based audits while ensuring effectiveness, efficiency and timeliness.

Duties, Roles and Responsibilities

Principal Accountabilities & Deliverables:

Expenditure Monitoring:

  • Assist in the monitoring and control of daily expenditure activities at UCAA.

  • Participate in post-audit activities, adhering to set thresholds.


Audit Status Updates & Documentation:

  • Help in updating the status of previous internal and external audit findings on a quarterly basis.

  • Assist in auditing resolved issues and preparing quarterly status reports for internal auditors' review.

  • Document audit findings with sufficient evidence for report compilation and supervisor review.


Compiling Audit Working Papers:

  • Compile and submit audit working papers for supervisor review.

  • Present clear, concise, and timely working papers in line with International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) standards for review by the Principal Internal Auditor (PIA).


Draft Audit Reports:

  • Deliver timely, professionally written draft reports with actionable recommendations on issues identified during audits.


Capital Project Audits:

  • Participate in audits of capital projects from start to completion, under the guidance of internal auditors.

  • Prepare and maintain checklists and tests relevant to the projects.


Operational Audits:

  • Participate in operational audits as per the Annual Audit Plan.

  • Perform audit tests to ensure compliance with policies and assess the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of transactions.


Stores Audits:

  • Conduct periodic reviews of store transactions to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

  • Participate in surprise stock counts, stock-taking exercises, and the reconciliation of stock cards with system balances.

  • Verify stores deliveries and their accuracy.


Payroll Review:

  • Review payroll transactions (including allowances and deductions) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulations.


Physical Asset Verification:

  • Assess the effectiveness of controls safeguarding physical assets from misappropriation.

  • Inspect physical assets against records in the Fixed Asset Register and conduct periodic asset verification exercises.


Revenue Management Assurance:

  • Assist in reviewing the accuracy, integrity, and completeness of UCAA's revenue management process.


Payment Accuracy for Staff:

  • Review claims, allowances, refunds, and accountabilities to ensure accuracy in staff payments.


Quotation Price Verification:

  • Conduct independent market surveys to verify quoted prices for UCAA procurements.

  • Ensure cost consciousness in procurement by verifying suppliers' quoted prices.


Fleet Management Review:

  • Develop audit programs and checklists for reviewing UCAA’s fleet management activities.

  • Verify vehicle movement against mileage logs and conduct vehicle usage verifications.

Get a professional CV. Comes with a free cover letter
Get a Professional CV today. Comes with a free cover letter
Get a professional CV Today

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

COMMERCIAL

SERVICES

INDUSTRIAL

SERVICES

RESIDENTIAL

Qualifications, Education and Competencies

Person Specifications:

Essential Requirements:

  • An honours Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Information Technology, Engineering, or Business Computing from a recognized institution.

  • Part II of ACCA, CPA, or Certified Internal Auditor – Part 1 certification.

  • Minimum of 3 years of working experience in a reputable organization.

  • Age: 24 to 30 years old.


Desirable Requirements:

  • CISA, CRMA, CRISC certifications are advantageous.

  • Knowledge of IDEA data analytics tool is preferred.


Skills and Attributes:

  • Team player with excellent collaboration skills.

  • Strong adherence to ethical conduct and a clean record.

How to Apply

To view the job advertisement and apply, visit https://recruitment.caa.co.ug. Create an account and follow the application process:

  1. Sign up if you're a new user.

  2. Log in with your username and password.

  3. Create a CV by completing the required information.

  4. Go to the "Home" section and select the advertised job.

  5. Click the "Apply" button, and a confirmation popup will appear to confirm your application.

Important Notes:

  • Only applications that meet the minimum requirements will be considered.

  • Physical/hard copy applications will not be accepted.

  • Falsifying information is a serious offense at UCAA. Be truthful when responding to the application questionnaire.

  • Applications must be submitted by 5:00 pm on 14th February 2025. Late applications will not be considered.

For inquiries or assistance, contact: +256-312-352000.

In your CV, include contact information for two credible referees: one professional (current or past employer/supervisor) and the other for character assessment.

We are committed to conducting a transparent recruitment process.

The Director, Human Resource & Administration

Uganda Civil Aviation Authority

Head Office,

P.O. Box 5536,

KAMPALA

Related Jobs

Ultimate Interview Pack with over 50 toughest interview questions
Online Courses - Apex Accounting School
Lets help you make a CV that wins interviews. Get a professional CV today!
Get a Professional CV
bottom of page