Director Audit Asia

• Salary/Compensation: Competitive salary and comprehensive international benefits package, including relocation, housing assistance, and education support for eligible dependents.
• Application Deadline: April 30, 2025 (23:59 MYT)
• Starting Date: Not specified; initial contract duration of three years.
• Ending Date: Renewable, based on performance and funding.
• Hours per Week: Full-time
• Education Required: University-level academic qualification and mandatory CIA or Chartered Accountancy/CPA. CISA, CISM, CFE, and corporate governance qualifications desirable.
• Experience Required: Minimum 10 years progressive experience in internal/external audit, risk management, and corporate governance at an executive level, with significant internal audit experience.

Essential Functions:

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program aligned with IIA standards.
• Prepare and update internal audit charters and strategic audit plans.
• Establish and manage a quality assurance program for audit operations, including periodic independent external evaluations.
• Conduct necessary investigations and report findings effectively.
• Formulate and implement professional internal audit policies and guidelines.
• Coordinate audit activities with internal and external assurance providers.

Qualifications:

• Proven leadership in audit functions, governance, risk management, and internal control systems.
• Strong strategic planning and organizational skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities in multi-cultural environments.

Working Conditions:

• International travel required.
• Position based at the headquarters of one of the Audit Asia member Centres (Penang, Manila, or Colombo).

Additional Information:

• Screening begins immediately; early applications encouraged.
• Equal opportunity employer encouraging applicants from the Global South.
• Employment contingent on successful background checks and compliance with host center’s travel policies.