Job Title: Auditor
Organization: Sign of Hope (SoH)
Location: Soroti, Uganda
Industry: NGO
Employment Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 9th December 2024, 23:59 EAT

Job Overview

Sign of Hope (SoH) is commissioning an audit under the funding guidelines of the German Federal Ministry of Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) for a development project implemented in partnership with Soroti Catholic Diocese Integrated Development Organization (SOCADIDO). The audit will provide accountability, transparency, and accuracy in financial disclosures related to a project aimed at improving the socio-economic conditions of smallholder farmers in the Teso sub-region, Eastern Uganda.

Key Responsibilities

The auditor will:

  • Conduct an annual audit for the period 01/01/2024 – 28/02/2025.
  • Perform a comprehensive examination of the project from 01/12/2021 to 28/02/2025.
  • Review project financial records, receipts, and related documents to assess compliance with BMZ standards, SoH requirements, national regulations, and International Accounting Standards (ISA).
  • Verify all project-related income, expenditures, and the management of funds.
  • Evaluate budget adherence, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with project objectives.
  • Assess the compliance of personnel costs and procurement practices with local and project-specific regulations.
  • Provide recommendations on financial and human resource management systems.

Deliverables

  • Audit Report: Includes scope, mandate, and evidence summary.
  • Audit Certificate: Professional opinion on project financial reporting.
  • Management Letter: Recommendations on identified weaknesses.
  • Other Documentation: Checked and stamped list of project receipts and inventory.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Recognized independent auditing authority with certification from a relevant institution (e.g., national association of auditors).
  • Minimum 5 years of experience conducting external independent audits for international donors in Uganda.
  • Experience with BMZ-funded projects is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies

  • Strong knowledge of international accounting standards and donor compliance.
  • Expertise in financial reporting, budgeting, and audit methodologies.
  • Proven track record in project financial management assessments.

Application Procedure

Submit the following as PDF files to procurement@sign-of-hope.org with the subject line “Audit in Soroti, Uganda, DC-UGA22.01” by 9th December 2024, 23:59 EAT:

  1. Technical Proposal: Maximum 2 pages detailing the approach and methodology.
  2. Financial Proposal: Indicate fee in EUR.
  3. Certification: Qualification certificate from a recognized auditing authority.
  4. References: A list of three previous clients.

Important Notes:

  • Female and differently-abled applicants are encouraged to apply.
  • Interviews for shortlisted candidates will take place online between 16th-20th December 2024.
  • The audit agreement will be formalized by SoH and SOCADIDO.

Evaluation Criteria

  • Proposed Methodology: 40%
  • Financial Proposal: 30%
  • Interview Performance: 20%
  • Relevant Experience: 5%

About Sign of Hope (SoH):
Sign of Hope is a Christian organization based in Constance, Germany, working on human rights, humanitarian assistance, and development cooperation projects worldwide.


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