Akufada Microfinance Institution – External Vacancy Announcement


Akufada Microfinance Institution invites qualified applicants for the following position:


1️⃣ IT Auditor Officer

πŸ“ Location: Head Office, Debre Birhan
πŸ“Š Grade: 7


πŸ“ Job Summary

The IT Auditor Officer is responsible for auditing the overall IT environment of the institution to ensure compliance with information system policies, procedures, and regulatory standards. The role also provides assurance to management and the Board of Directors regarding the adequacy of IT controls and risk management practices.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting IT audits to ensure compliance with IT policies, procedures, and regulations
  • Examining and analyzing operations of IT departments
  • Preparing IT audit activity plans and reports
  • Conducting investigations related to IT fraud, embezzlement, and irregularities
  • Monitoring corrective actions for IT audit findings
  • Communicating audit findings and recommendations to relevant departments
  • Participating in stock and fixed asset physical verification and reconciliation
  • Providing recommendations to improve IT audit processes and internal controls

πŸŽ“ Education Requirement

Bachelor’s Degree in:

  • Information Technology
  • Computer Science
  • Informatics
  • Related IT fields

πŸ’Ό Experience Requirement

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant experience

πŸ“œ Professional Certification (Preferred)

  • CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor)
  • CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
  • ISO/IEC 27001 Lead Auditor or equivalent certification

🧠 Required Competencies

  • Technical and professional IT knowledge
  • Communication skills
  • Time management and work organization
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail and quality orientation

πŸ“š Specialized Knowledge

  • Understanding of Microfinance or Banking sector operations
  • Knowledge of IT principles, systems, and audit practices

πŸ”— How To Apply

Interested applicants who meet the requirements should submit:

  • Application Letter
  • Updated CV
  • Educational and supporting credentials

πŸ“„ Documents must be submitted in PDF format via the application link:

https://forms.gle/xqMd7drzgu5hekpv9

πŸ“… Deadline: Within 10 consecutive working days from the date of announcement.

⚠ Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.