Auditors at New Incentives - Northeast & Northwest

New Incentives is a pioneer in a growing movement of giving small incentives to caregivers whose infants get immunized, while increasing awareness of the health benefits of childhood vaccinations.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Auditor

Locations: Northeast & Northwest
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• The Auditor will manage and optimize auditing activities for the assigned state, while also conducting objective unbiased audits of clinic operations and employee performance.
• The position is responsible for ensuring that the organization's operations and controls are accurate and fully compatible with standards and regulations within the spheres of operations.

Position Responsibilities
Audit (80%):

• Provide accurate assessments and insightful recommendations. Assessing the operation’s compliance with the policies of the organization.
• Provide vigilant, insightful, and thorough assessments of the possibility of employee, clinic staff, or community member fraud.
• Talk with various stakeholders, including beneficiaries, to get feedback on program-related issues and gaps for the organization.
• Confidentially carry out on-ground investigations against specific employees or operational areas.
• Plan and review auditing activities, including reporting adherence to routine immunization procedure by clinic staff, and to program policies and cash management procedures by employees.
• Observe, report, and escalate security issues communicated by employees, caregivers, and stakeholders to the Senior Field Manager.
• Confirm and report that clinic gifts are being distributed as per the program schedule to stakeholders.
• Ensure the ABAE Progress Poster is being updated.
• Analyze risks related to fraud and financial loss and develop measures to reduce these risks.
• Ensure the timely completion of audits.

Special Audit (10%):

• Conduct special audit assignments related to specific cases that will be assigned, especially related to disciplinary situations.

Security Awareness (5%):

• Report all security incidents in areas of operations, including incidents that do not directly affect staff and/or operations.
• Take responsibility for personal safety and the safety of team members as applicable on the field.
• Read and understand all Security documents within the context of operations, including SOPs and the Country Security Plan.

Other duties/Special Projects (5%)

• Other requests that may be assigned by Management.

Education and Work Experience

• B.Sc or HND in Accounting or Finance; Master's Degree and professional certification (such as ICAN or ACCA) would be a bonus.
• Experience in analysis with a critical approach and good knowledge of auditing processes. Good expertise in risk management and compliance are required, as well as high reliability and strong organizational skills.

Skills and Competencies:

• Preferably a candidate already based in Jigawa or Katsina State.
• 2+ years experience of working in an auditor position or as a field staff involved in operations activities.
• Experience with the Nigerian health system and clinic documentation, particularly related to infant health and vaccinations.
• Careful attention to financial matters and management of funds.
• Detail-oriented and diligent professional.
• Passion to help others and reduce infant mortality.
• Very good communication skills in English and Hausa dialects (verbal and written).
• Excellent responsiveness to email and phone requests.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word/Excel, internet browsers, smartphones, and new communications technology in general.
• Motivation to work in a young organization that is constantly changing based on stakeholder feedback and operates with a lean structure.
• Profound knowledge of auditing and control requirements and practices.
• Familiarity with accounting software.

Application Closing Date
23rd February, 2024.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online