Position Summary:
Provide support in the execution of a comprehensive program of Internal Audit Excellence & Quality Assurance (QA) for ADNOC and the Group Companies in accordance with ADNOC Internal Audit Charter, Audit & Assurance Policies and Procedures, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Standards and other regulatory bodies. Execute Internal/IT / IMS audits or Quality Assurance / Data Analytics related to QA & Excellence within ADNOC and assigned Group Companies to evaluate and contribute to the improvement of governance, risk management and control processes using systematic and disciplined approach. As part of A&A Function plan, support to embed data analytics in the Internal Audits as well as perform individual data analytics assignments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and establish Standard Instructional Documents and QA/QC tools for ADNOC – IA as well as IA Practice Documentation to be rolled out for implementation / conformity / reference.
- Provide input for preparation of the Function / Department / Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver Section objectives.
- Participate and provide inputs to Section Head – QA & Excellence while preparing strategic roadmap to excellence for ADNOC Group Audit and Assurance.
- Conduct Gap Assessment Studies, Pre-Certification Audits, and other special assignments to standardize the Audit Management system and programs
- Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective section objectives.
- Establish and maintain Data Analytics and Visualizations platforms in view of supporting Internal Audits and Managing A&AU performance.
- Coordinate rollout of Internal Audit Quality Assurance Projects and Programs in ADNOC & Group Companies.
- Collaborate with the ADNOC Internal Audit Departments to perform quality assurance reviews of the work performed by the internal audit teams and to provide insight into any quality weaknesses identified.
- Collaborate with Internal Auditors to embed technology enabled Internal Audit practices at ADNOC HQ.
- Perform various Data Analytic assignments for ADNOC as advised by the Section Head – QA & Excellence
- Run programs to develop existing auditors improving their data analytics knowledge and ability
- Collaborate with the Internal Audit teams to deliver the agreed Quality Assurance programme on a timely basis.
- Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
- Conduct Maturity Assessment exercise for ADNOC – Audit & Assurance Function as well as assigned Group Company IA Functions to support the Management to set improvement / development objectives.
- Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.
- Implement ADNOC Group Audit & Assurance communication plans in view of key internal and external stakeholders ensuring effective dissemination of information across ADNOC & Group Companies.
- Conduct benchmarking, consulting studies and management information system reports to evolve valuable insights to aid effective management decisions
- Regular contacts with relevant Departments / Functions within ADNOC (For E.g. IT, Group Communication, Human Capital etc.).
- Coordinate with ADNOC Group Expert Pool for Internal Audit QAIP Audits, Maturity Assessments and other internal assurance requirements. Work as Lead Auditor while facilitating Group Level QAIP / Maturity Assessment Audits.
- Provide support to ensure that adequate and effective Quality Assurance framework, systems and processes are established and implemented for ADNOC and its group companies to standardize, evaluate and continuously improve the Internal Audit systems and processes.
- Regular contacts with Internal Audit Quality Assurance teams / focal points at ADNOC & Group Companies.
- Periodically obtain Internal Audit and other important data / information from the Group Company Internal Audit Functions and Departments and conduct data analytic studies and prepare performance dashboards for Management reporting.
Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelor Degree (Preferably in Finance/Engineering/ Quality) / Chartered Accountancy or equivalent
- Effective communication and influencing skills, with the ability to negotiate with, challenge and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Internal Audit Certifications
- Knowledge about Internal Audit & Quality Assurance local and international standards
- Quality Assurance Certifications
- 8 years of experience in Audit including at least 3 Years in Quality Assurance activities.
- Ability to analyse information and prepare strategic planning deliverables