Jobs at Uganda Communications Commission

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) was established to implement the provisions of The UCC Act 2013 Laws of Uganda with a principal goal of developing a modern communications sub-sector and Infrastructure in Uganda, in conformity with the operationalization of the Telecommunications Policy.

• Conduct risk analysis to ensure that systems are in place which ensure that all major risks of the organisation are identified and analysed;
• Conduct audits according to the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal auditing issued by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA);
• Carry out evaluation, due diligence and investigations as directed by Management or the Commission;
• Perform systems and procedures audit and report on the findings with recommendations for improvement;
• Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations to establish if agreed upon internal control improvements have been implemented;
• Conduct value for money audit and report in respect of economy, efficiency and effectiveness of activities and transactions of the Commission;
• Investigate fraud cases with the organisation and give reports;
• Review compliance and adherence to the established laws and regulations with the Commission;
• Communicate risks and internal control information to appropriate areas in the Commission, and;
• Review the Commission activities to establish if adequate programme; policies and standards have been established to guide the Commission operation.
• Perform any other tasks as may be assigned by the Manager Internal Audit.

• The applicant should hold a good University Degree in Accounting or any related field
• Professional Audit related certification in either ACCA , CIA or CPAU & CPAK
• Possession of CISA or CRISK certification is an added advantage
• CIRM certification or its equivalent is an added advantage
• Highly computer literate
• A minimum of five years’ experience in conducting audit work in a large organisation.
• Detailed knowledge in auditing and understanding of information systems.
• Possess the ability to conduct a risk assessment of a large organisation and develop the robust risk registers.
• Ability to analyse financial statements
• Excellent Communication skills, interpersonal skills, team player and ability to work independently.
• Possess a high level of integrity, and ability to work under pressure to meet timelines

Deadline:  23^rd May 2014 by 5.00pm;