Senior IT Audit Specialist

This role is an open role as part of the ongoing Fit-for-Future process. This role is now open to applications from all SCI internal staff, including Centre, Regional staff and Country Office staff. However, At Risk Centre and Regional employees will receive priority in the final selection decision. This prioritisation will also apply should the role be advertised externally. This role has also been advertised externally so will follow a business-as-usual recruitment process.

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Save the Children International has an exciting opportunity for a Senior IT Audit Specialist to join our global team. 

Global Assurance supports the Boards of various Save the Children entities [including, but not limited to, Save the Children International (SCI), Save the Children Fund (SCUK) and Save the Children Federation Inc (SCUS)] and the management of these organisations by evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of the governance, risk management, control and oversight systems in place.

Role purpose
Assess the effectiveness of governance, risk management, control, and oversight systems, primarily focusing on delivering internal audit plans for Save the Children International (SCI) and, when needed, for other member organizations. The role involves leading or participating in audit assignments, reviews, and investigations to professional standards and stakeholder expectations, often collaborating with internal teams and external providers. 

Job Title: Senior IT Audit Specialist

Reports To: Global Assurance Senior Manager

Work Pattern: Remote, with flexible working options available  

Contract Length: Permanent

Grade: P4

Location: Any approved Save the Children International office location.

Time Zone (that the role holder must be available to work in): Europe, WCA, ESA, MENAEE Time Zones (UTC/GMT + / - 3 hours)

Right to Work: The successful candidate must possess the unrestricted right to work in their current or preferred location for the duration of employment. 

Budget Responsibility: None

People Management Responsibility: None

Principle Accountabilities 

• Lead the development and implementation of IT audit strategies and plans, ensuring alignment with Save the Children International's values of accountability, ambition, collaboration, creativity, and integrity.
• Manage and oversee complex IT audits, guiding the audit team to deliver high-quality results while fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment as per SCI's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies.
• Enhance audit processes by collaborating with other assurance providers within Save the Children International and external consultants, ensuring the integration of innovative solutions and disciplined risk-taking.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with management and other key stakeholders, providing expert advice on IT controls and responding promptly to queries to promote an open and transparent culture.
• Lead initiatives for sharing best practices and lessons learned within the Global Assurance team, promoting a culture of horizontal learning and continuous improvement.
• Commit to professional growth and development by actively participating in performance management processes and maintaining relevant professional certifications, thus promoting a learning culture throughout the organisation.
   

Experience and Skills 

Essential

1. Demonstrate significant experience in IT auditing, including risk-based reviews of IT systems and processes. This involves an understanding of the three lines model and the ability to identify weaknesses independently;  
2. Exhibit a strong technical background and the capacity to comprehend complex IT systems, networks, and technologies;  
3. Proficiency in audit software and data analysis tools crucial for effective control evaluation; 
4. Display a strategic perspective, emphasizing key IT issues that significantly affect the organization and guide auditees toward essential control and oversight priorities; 
5. Be accurate, detail-orientated, and able to complete multiple projects, with conflicting priorities, on a timely basis; 
6. Have strong experience in producing high quality effective written communication e.g. reports, in English; and is able to articulate effectively at all levels;  
7. Have strong coaching skills including a demonstrable ability to deliver difficult messages with tact and confidence; 
8. Be willing to undertake high amount of travel overseas and work with minimum supervision under difficult conditions in some of the most underdeveloped, insecure and remote parts of the world; 
9. Have a strong cultural awareness and be able to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures and be able to demonstrate standards of ethics and integrity;  
10. Be committed to Save the Children’s values 
     

Desirable

• Have INGO experience or have worked in a commercial/public sector international organisation. Have extensive experience in relevant operational areas (e.g. in programme/project management in an INGO context) and be willing to learn the appropriate audit skills 
• Experience in other audit areas outside of IT audit will be a plus
   

Education and Qualifications 

Essential

• Qualification in internal auditing (CIA) or accountancy. Or extensive experience in relevant operational areas, such as programme or project management in an INGO context, with a willingness to acquire auditing skills.

Desirable

• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) 

Working at Save the Children International 

Save the Children is the world's leading organisation for children, employing ~25,000 staff. We save children's lives. We fight for their rights. We help them fulfil their potential. Through our work in 116 countries, we put the most deprived and marginalised children first. 

We know that great people make a great organisation, and that our employees play a crucial role in helping us achieve our ambitions for children. We value our people and offer a meaningful and rewarding career, along with a collaborative and inclusive environment where ambition, creativity, and integrity are highly valued. 

The work here is challenging but is also immensely rewarding. At Save the Children, you will be in good company, working with talented, like-minded individuals who are determined to ensure that all children survive, learn, and are protected. Your contribution will help ensure children's voices are heard at the highest levels, and that we achieve our global strategy, Ambition for Children 2030, and reach every last child. 

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Equal Opportunities 

DEI is core to our vision, values and global strategy. Save the Children is committed to creating a truly diverse, equitable and inclusive organisation, and one which will support us in our vision to ensure every child attains the right to survival, protection, development, and participation. 

We are committed to equal employment opportunities, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, colour, ethnic origin, nationality, disability, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, caring or parental responsibilities, age, or beliefs and religion. We are committed to diversifying our staff to better represent the communities we serve and actively welcome underrepresented groups to apply. 

Reasonable adjustments will be made should any candidate invited to interview require this. 

Application Information 

Please attach a copy of your CV and cover letter with your application. A full copy of the role profile can be found here via the job listing. It is recommended that you save a copy of the role profile as it will no longer be available after the advert closes. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the job advert may be closed earlier than advertised subject to the volume of suitable applicants. Please submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment. 

Our recruitment process: 

1. Application review by our recruiting team based on your CV and cover letter 
2. Two-stage competency-based interviews with the hiring team 
3. Some recruitment may include an additional assessment or case study stage, or a third stage interview 
4. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, followed by your contract subject to passing background checks 

We need to keep children and adults safe so our selection process includes rigorous background checks and reflects our commitment to the protection of children and adults from abuse. All employees are expected to carry out their duties in accordance with our Code of Conduct and all policies and procedures relating to Anti-harassment, Health and Safety, Safeguarding, and DEI and Equal Opportunities. 

Save the Children does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruitment process.