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Senior Internal Auditor at KARISIMBI SACCO NYABIHU

Location: Nyabihu, Rwanda
Job Type: Full-time
Number of Positions: 1

Job Summary

KARISIMBI SACCO NYABIHU is seeking a qualified, competent, and experienced Senior Internal Auditor to oversee internal audit and control activities, strengthen compliance, monitor financial and operational performance, and support the SACCO’s management and governance structures.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Plan and monitor the day-to-day activities of the department.
• Supervise and support staff in carrying out their responsibilities.
• Participate in management meetings and contribute to departmental strategies.
• Prepare timely and detailed reports on financial and operational performance.
• Oversee internal audit and internal control operations.
• Ensure the implementation of internal control guidelines to prevent malpractice.
• Develop and implement audit plans.
• Prepare and submit timely audit reports.
• Support external auditors during audit assignments.
• Maintain effective relationships with staff, SACCO members/customers, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with the laws, regulations, and policies governing the cooperative.
• Perform other duties assigned by the Board of Directors, Managing Director, or Supervisory Board.

Qualifications and Experience

Applicants should have either:

• A Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, with at least 2 years of management experience in the microfinance or banking sector;

OR

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field, with at least 5 years of management experience in the microfinance or banking sector.

Additional requirements include:

• At least 5 years of experience in internal audit and compliance.
• A professional qualification in auditing is highly recommended.
• Strong knowledge of auditing, microfinance, banking, and accounting practices.
• Good understanding of risk management and internal controls.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills.
• Excellent decision-making, communication, leadership, and people-management skills.
• Knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics.
• Fluency in written and spoken English; knowledge of French is an added advantage.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Adobe Acrobat.
• High standards of professionalism and integrity.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit:

• A motivation letter addressed to the Chairperson of the Board of Directors, explaining their motivation, suitability, knowledge, and experience.
• An updated CV.
• Copies of academic, professional, and training certificates.
• A copy of their National ID or passport.

Applications must be submitted in hard copy to the KARISIMBI SACCO NYABIHU Head Office.

Application Deadline: 7 September 2026 at 5:00 PM

Note: Only hard-copy applications will be accepted, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the examination.

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