Internal Audit Director

at  Dar Al Shifa Hospital

EDUCATION

Bachelors/Master’s degree. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA)or any certification relevant to the field.

EXPERIENCE

At least 5years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE JOB

Under minimum supervision, the position holder will be responsible to work within organization to monitor and evaluate how well risks are being managed, the business is being governed and internal processes are working, considering factors such as reputation, growth, environmental impact, treatment of employees and ethics. Also act as a consultant on how to improve systems and processes in alignment with vision, mission and values of Dar Al Shifa hospital.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

Evaluates the organization’s internal control system to ensure that it is functioning as planned.
Develops and executes the audit plan based on findings of evaluation and performs duties necessary to achieve the internal audit objectives.
Evaluates each department of the organization periodically to determine if they are performing in compliance with management’s policies, procedures, goals and objectives.
Reviews the reliability and integrity of financial as well as operational information and the means used to identify measure, classify and report such information.
Reports the results of all audits to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Coordinates effectively with departments in a systematic manner to ensure action plan implementation based on Board of Directors recommendation in relevance to audit findings.
Makes effective, timely, root cause driven decisions that serve department’s or organization’s interests and priorities
Determines that actions taken are appropriate for the circumstances or initiates further discussions with appropriate management and staff.
Investigates forgeries, embezzlements, fraud and any type of losses by procuring all evidence, files applicable reports.
Participates in development, implementation and maintenance of policies, objectives, short-andlong-rangeplanning;developandimplementprojectsandprogramstoassistin accomplishment of established goals based on opportunities for improvement
Reviews all audit reports submitted by reporting staff and edits as required.
Establishes realistic and challenging operational goals/ objectives, prioritizes well, projects needs and resources, anticipates problems and implements plans, overall leading to highly performing unit/ department.
Exercises effective control over subordinates to achieve objectives set; appraises objectively, provides apt feedback, coaches, provides positive reinforcement and recognition appropriately; resolves conflicts
Coordinates effectively with other services/ disciplines in a systematic manner
Ensures staff is trained based on identified training needs and measures outcomes / objectives met. Pays careful attention to staff potential and facilitates career path.
Ensures quality, safety standard practices (occupational and patient safety) are complied.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by the Direct Reporting Authority.
Provides or promotes people centered care
Promotes inclusive health by providing equitable and accessible care to patients and families with special needs.