About Vision Fund Rwanda

VisionFund Rwanda (VFR) is one of the largest deposit-taking Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) in Rwanda with a mission to provide financial and non-financial services to underprivileged rural communit...

Who May Be Interested

Technology professionals including IT specialists, software developers, and technical support staff may find this position relevant.

This opportunity is ideal for professionals interested in the role of IT Internal Auditor based in Kigali, Rwanda. Applicants with strong technical expertise and problem-solving abilities are encouraged to apply.

About This Opportunity

The position of IT Internal Auditor at Vision Fund Rwanda located in Kigali, Rwanda offers an opportunity for qualified professionals to contribute their knowledge and experience in a dynamic working environment. The organization seeks individuals who are motivated, reliable, and capable of performing their duties effectively while maintaining professional standards.

Common Skills Required

Communication

Management

Data analysis

Excel

Audit

Planning

Negotiation

Administration

JOB ADVERTISEMENT

‘’Make a difference to thousands in the land of a thousand hills’’

VisionFund Rwanda (VFR), is Rwanda’s largest microfinance Institution. VFR is committed to the development of Rwanda through providing affordable financial services (savings and loans) to the less privileged throughout its 4 zones in Rwanda.

VFR is the institution where you can create your expertise working with the best people worldwide in a dynamic, team focused high performance environment. If you are looking for interesting but challenging work where you can make a difference in the world, then VFR has the will to make it so.

VisionFund Rwanda (VFR) has zero tolerance to abuse and sexual exploitation of children and adults beneficiaries. We expect all our employees/affiliates to commit to protecting children and adult beneficiaries from harm and abide by our safeguarding policy.

IT Internal Auditor

Reporting to Internal Auditor Manager

Work location: Head Office/Nyarutarama

Job Purpose

The IT Internal Auditor is tasked with planning and conducting information technology audits and reviews to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of IT governance, risk management, and internal controls. The position evaluates the organization's IT systems, applications, processes, policies, cybersecurity, and information security practices to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, procedures, and industry standards.

The role provides independent and objective assurance and advisory assist to management on IT-related risks and controls, identifies control weaknesses, and recommends practical improvements to strengthen the overall control environment.

Main Responsibilities

Contribute to the development and implementation of the Annual Internal Audit Plan, applying a risk-based approach to detect and prioritize IT audit areas.

track emerging IT risks, technology developments, cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and industry trends that may impact the VFR's risk and control environment.

Plan and execute assigned IT audit engagements in accordance with approved audit programs, agreed timelines, scope, and quality standards.

Assess IT governance, risk management, and internal controls and deliver management with practical recommendations for strengthening IT risk management and the control environment.

perform and, where assigned, guide IT audits and reviews covering areas including:

IT General Controls;

Information and Cybersecurity;

IT Governance and IT Risk Management;

Systems and application reviews;

Access and user administration;

Backup and disaster recovery/business continuity;

IT projects and Project Assurance;

IT policies, procedures, standards, and frameworks;

Third-party/vendor technology risk.

Utilize data analytics, and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and coverage of IT audit activities.

produce and keep complete and well-organized audit working papers, documenting the audit process from planning through fieldwork, conclusion, and reporting in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and quality standards.

Perform timely validation and follow-up of management's implementation of agreed audit actions, and deliver accurate issue tracking and status reporting.

track and communicate emerging IT risks, recurring control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and potential solutions to management and the Internal Audit Manager.

Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, quality assurance standards, audit programs, templates, tools, and data analytics techniques, particularly for IT audit assignments.

keep awareness of applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, internal policies, and recognized IT and cybersecurity frameworks relevant to the organization's operations.

Collaborate effectively with Internal Audit team and key stakeholders, including IT, Operations, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and other business functions, while maintaining appropriate independence and professional objectivity.

deliver advisory input on IT-related initiatives, systems, projects, and process changes, where requested, without assuming management responsibility or compromising Internal Audit independence.

assist the Internal Audit Manager in preparing audit reports, management updates, committee reporting, and other Internal Audit deliverables related to IT risk and control matters.

keep professional competence and continuously create IT audit, cybersecurity, data analytics, risk management, and regulatory knowledge to remain current with evolving technology and emerging risks.

Perform any other duties related to Internal Audit and IT risk and control assurance as assigned by the Internal Audit Manager.

Education & Core Competencies Required

Degree in Computer Science or related discipline.

Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) or Pursuing CISA.

Additional Certification e.g. CISM, CRISC an added advantage.

At least 3 years’ experience in information System Audit.

Strong analytic skills. Ability to perform analysis of Business processes and operations and to think strategically using financial analysis.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Ability to present financial information effectively to both specialists and non-specialists.

Understanding of financial and banking software packages, preferably familiarity with Orbit Rubikon Banking Solution.

Knowledge of micro, small and medium enterprise Market segments in Rwanda

Attributes Desired:

Understanding of Banking System Enterprises Resources Planners (ERPS) Operating System and Database.

Data Analysis skill include ability to use data analysis took to perform test detect trends deliver insight interpret and communicate results.

Understanding of information Security standard took and best practices.

Understand of IT Governance and IT Audit fundamentals.

Knowledge of internal auditing internal control risk management and corporate governance.

Ability to write reports.

keep Professional understanding internal Audit International Professional Practice and consistently apply them to enhance the audit methodology and deliverable.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Annual Internal Audit Plan, applying a risk-based approach to detect and prioritize IT audit areas.
• Track emerging IT risks, technology developments, cybersecurity threats, regulatory requirements, and industry trends that may impact the VFR's risk and control environment.
• Plan and execute assigned IT audit engagements in accordance with approved audit programs, agreed timelines, scope, and quality standards.
• Assess IT governance, risk management, and internal controls and deliver management with practical recommendations for strengthening IT risk management and the control environment.
• Perform and, where assigned, guide IT audits and reviews covering areas including: IT General Controls; Information and Cybersecurity; IT Governance and IT Risk Management; Systems and application reviews; Access and user administration; Backup and disaster recovery/business continuity; IT projects and Project Assurance; IT policies, procedures, standards, and frameworks; Third-party/vendor technology risk.
• Utilize data analytics, and technology-enabled audit techniques to enhance the efficiency, effectiveness, and coverage of IT audit activities.
• Produce and keep complete and well-organized audit working papers, documenting the audit process from planning through fieldwork, conclusion, and reporting in accordance with Internal Audit methodology and quality standards.
• Perform timely validation and follow-up of management's implementation of agreed audit actions, and deliver accurate issue tracking and status reporting.
• Track and communicate emerging IT risks, recurring control weaknesses, process inefficiencies, and potential solutions to management and the Internal Audit Manager.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of Internal Audit methodologies, quality assurance standards, audit programs, templates, tools, and data analytics techniques, particularly for IT audit assignments.
• Keep awareness of applicable laws, regulations, regulatory guidance, internal policies, and recognized IT and cybersecurity frameworks relevant to the organization's operations.
• Collaborate effectively with Internal Audit team and key stakeholders, including IT, Operations, Risk, Compliance, Finance, and other business functions, while maintaining appropriate independence and professional objectivity.
• Deliver advisory input on IT-related initiatives, systems, projects, and process changes, where requested, without assuming management responsibility or compromising Internal Audit independence.
• Assist the Internal Audit Manager in preparing audit reports, management updates, committee reporting, and other Internal Audit deliverables related to IT risk and control matters.
• Keep professional competence and continuously create IT audit, cybersecurity, data analytics, risk management, and regulatory knowledge to remain current with evolving technology and emerging risks.
• Perform any other duties related to Internal Audit and IT risk and control assurance as assigned by the Internal Audit Manager.

• Communication
• Management
• Data analysis
• Excel
• Audit
• Planning
• Negotiation
• Administration
• Strong analytic skills. Ability to perform analysis of Business processes and operations and to think strategically using financial analysis.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to present financial information effectively to both specialists and non-specialists.
• Data Analysis skill include ability to use data analysis took to perform test detect trends deliver insight interpret and communicate results.

• Degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Certified Information System Auditor (CISA) or Pursuing CISA.
• Additional Certification e.g. CISM, CRISC an added advantage.
• Understanding of financial and banking software packages, preferably familiarity with Orbit Rubikon Banking Solution.
• Knowledge of micro, small and medium enterprise Market segments in Rwanda
• Understanding of Banking System Enterprises Resources Planners (ERPS) Operating System and Database.
• Understanding of information Security standard took and best practices.
• Understand of IT Governance and IT Audit fundamentals.
• Knowledge of internal auditing internal control risk management and corporate governance.
• Ability to write reports.
• Keep Professional understanding internal Audit International Professional Practice and consistently apply them to enhance the audit methodology and deliverable.