Internal Auditor - Verification of Project Expenses at a Leading Non-governmental Organization

We work at the intersection of gender, governance, and democracy, with a strong commitment to enhancing women’s participation and representation in Nigeria’s political processes. In pursuit of its mission, the organization implements various donor-funded projects, one of which requires an internal audit to verify the sufficiency and adequacy of supporting documentation related to project expenditures.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Internal Auditor - Verification of Project Expenses

Location: Lagos (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Type: Short-term Consultancy
Reporting Line: CEO
Project duration: 4 weeks

Background

• This engagement is specifically targeted at reviewing the financial and administrative documentation supporting the expenses incurred under a defined project implemented over a two-year period. The review is necessary to ensure compliance with internal control systems and donor requirements.

Objective of the Consultancy:

• The objective of this engagement is to carry out an internal audit using an Agreed Upon Procedure approach to assess the sufficiency, adequacy, and accuracy of the support documentation for project-related expenses.
• The aim is to provide independent assurance that the records related to the project are complete, properly maintained, and compliant with relevant policies and standards.

Scope of Work:
The internal auditor will be expected to:

• Review all financial and administrative documentation supporting the project expenses incurred within the audit period.
• Assess the adequacy, completeness, and consistency of support documentation.
• Verify that expenses align with the approved budget and follow procurement and financial management procedures.
• Identify any inconsistencies, omissions, or gaps in documentation.
• Prepare a report detailing findings and recommendations for strengthening documentation practices.

Deliverables:
The internal auditor is expected to deliver the following:

• An audit plan outlining the methodology and timeline.
• A draft report of findings and recommendations.
• A final report incorporating feedback from the organization.
• A summary presentation of key findings and proposed improvements.

Location:

• The engagement will be conducted in Lagos, Nigeria, where all the support documents are located

Qualifications & Experience
The selected auditor/consultant must possess the following:

• A First Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or any other related field.
• A recognised professional qualification in accounting, auditing, or a related field (e.g., ACA, ACCA, CPA).
• At least 5 years of experience in internal audit and compliance, preferably in the non-profit or development sector.
• Strong knowledge of internal control systems and internal audit procedures.
• Demonstrated experience with Agreed Upon Procedures and donor-funded project audits.
• Strong analytical, communication, and reporting skills.
• Knowledge of Nigerian financial regulations and internal control best practices.

The review will cover two project periods:

• May 17, 2023 - May 16, 2024
• May 17, 2024 - May 16, 2025

Application Closing Date
Monday, 6th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their application documents to: outsourcing@elect-her.org copy procurement@elect-her.org using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Required application documents:

• A cover letter expressing interest in the assignment and suitability for the role.
• A detailed technical proposal outlining understanding of the assignment, methodology, and work plan.
• Financial proposal (in NGN) clearly stating the proposed fees for the consultancy
• Evidence of registration or certification with a recognized professional accounting body.
• At least three references from similar work conducted in the past two-three years.
• Please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and the role may be filled before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. Early submission is strongly encouraged.