Internal Audit and Risk Manager

Countries: Côte d'Ivoire, Kenya Organization: Fairtrade Africa Closing date: 10 Aug 2026 ABOUT US: Fairtrade Africa (FTA) is the umbrella network organization representing Fairtrade certified producers and workers in Africa. It has four (4) regional networks – Eastern Africa; Southern Africa; West Africa; and Middle East and North Africa. Established in 2005, FTA aims to effectively represent producers and workers within the International Fairtrade System and provide services to them that contribute to the improvement of their livelihoods. The FTA Board directs policy and strategic development of the organization. FAIRTRADE AFRICA PURPOSE: To improve the socio-economic conditions of African producers through increased access to better trading conditions. ABOUT THE JOB: In charge of leading the internal audit and risk team in providing independent, objective assurance and consulting within FTA with the aim of assessing internal controls, risk management activities, financial statements / records and providing recommendations on any non-conformities that shall have been noted or identified. LOCATION: Côte d'Ivoire or Kenya REPORTING LINES: Post holder reports functionally to the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board and administratively to the Executive Director Staff reporting to this post: Yes BUDGET RESPONSIBILITY: Yes DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Audit management • Leading the development and implementation of an internal risk-based audit strategy and annual plan for the FTA • Planning and undertaking audits to assess controls, operational and technical efficiencies and compliance with selected policies, procedures and regulations • Driving operational improvements throughout the organization to improve overall efficiencies and enhance internal controls • Directing implementation and compliance of internal controls, identifying and correcting any deficiencies. • Supporting external auditors for corporate compliance • Guiding the annual audit plan development. • Promoting the highest standards of ethics and standards across FTA, based on the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence and confidentiality. • Ensuring due diligence in the management of the FTA’s affairs. • Overseeing the preparation of the Internal Audit systems, procedures and guidelines. • Supervising the preparation of work programmes to ensure that audits are planned and well managed • Reviewing the internal controls and documenting their effectiveness and adequacy. • Recommending mitigation measures to address identified weaknesses where necessary • Liaising with the external auditors and ensuring follow up on the process of implementation of Internal and external audit recommendations. • Undertaking investigations as appropriate • Supervising, training and developing direct reportees Risk management • Coordinating cross-functional efforts within the FTA to improve proactive risk management and continuity of operations • Overseeing the FTA’s risk portfolio and identifying priority areas of risk assessment and mitigation planning • Advisory on rating and ranking the current and anticipated critical and high Compliance Risks and mitigation activities for inclusion in the assessments. • Supporting and empowering Business Unit management in effectively carrying out their respective risk activities • Monitoring the maintenance/update of the strategic risk register • Monitoring the implementation of risk action plans • Assisting Line Managers in identifying and analyzing inherent risks • Managing and following up on open issues and work with management to ensure closure of risk action plans • Managing third parties engaged in support of Risk Management Consultancy • Coordinating post-incident post-mortem • Monitoring the Risk and Control Self Assessments • Follow up on the implementation of Board resolutions on risk KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS Qualifications • Master’s Degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Statistics, Risk Management or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution would be an added advantage • Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, Economics or any other equivalent qualification from a recognized institution • Be in possession of Certified Public Accountants or Association of Certified Chartered Accountant or any other relevant • Be in possession of CISA or CIA or Risk Qualification or any other relevant. Experience and Knowledge • A minimum ten (10) years in relevant work and at least four (4) years in a management role • Good working knowledge of English Language is mandatory, working knowledge of French will be an advantage • Good understanding of tax laws across Africa • Thorough understanding of international NGO financial reporting standards • Knowledge of and ability to work with different financial controls, systems and accounting regulations including taxation requirements, financial reporting requirements etc. • Knowledge of reporting requirements of development partners Skills • Excellent communication and reporting skills (verbal and in writing • Strong analytical, organization and planning skills • Strong influencing and negotiating skills • co-operative and supportive team player • Problem solving skills • Ability to work across cultures How to apply APPLICATION DEADLINE is 10th August 2026 An application form (CVs will not be accepted) can be found on the jobs and volunteering page of our website: https://fairtradeafrica.net/vacancies-and-tenders/ If you have any queries, please e-mail recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net or call +254 202721930 or +254 704180169 and ask to speak to a member of the HR team. Qualified applicants will be subjected to background checks as a pre-condition of employment. Completed applications should be saved in the applicant’s name and the position (Internal Audit & Risk Manager) and be e-mailed to recruitment@fairtradeafrica.net All applicants should state how they meet essential requirements of the post. ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED.