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INTERSOS is a non-profit Non-Governmental Humanitarian Organization that aims to assist victims of natural disasters and armed conflicts. INTERSOS bases its action on the values of solidarity, justice, human dignity, equal rights and opportunities for all peoples, respect for diversity, coexistence, attention to the most vulnerable social groups.
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Job Title: Internal Control and Compliance Specialist
Code: SR-46-10333
Country: RCA (République Central African Republic)
Location
Place of employment: Bangui with field travel in project implementation areas
Start date: 01/12/2026
Contract duration: 6 months
Under the supervision of: Head of Mission
Functional supervision: N/A
Dependants: N/A
Type of duty station: without family
Job overview
The République For more than two decades, the Central African Republic has faced complex and recurrent crises characterized by security, health and climate dynamics.
Although positive developments are observed in some areas, the situation remains fragile, with persistent pockets of insecurity on certain axes and localities, affecting access to essential services and people’s living conditions.
In addition, the country faces recurrent humanitarian shocks, including epidemics (including cholera), as well as climatic hazards such as floods, which aggravate the vulnerability of communities.
In this context, humanitarian needs remain high, particularly in the areas of access to water, sanitation, health and protection.
INTERSOS has been present in CAR since 2014 and implements humanitarian interventions to meet the needs of affected populations, while respecting the principles of humanity, neutrality, impartiality and independence.
The organization has a coordinating office in Bangui and an operational presence in several prefectures, including Kémo, Bamingui-Bangoran, Nana-Gribizi, Haute-Kotto, Ouham and Ouham-Pendé.
OVERALL OBJECTIVE OF THE POSITION
The Internal Control and Compliance Specialist contributes to the strengthening of internal control mechanisms, fraud prevention and compliance with policies, procedures and requirements applicable within INTERSOS.
He/She ensures the processing of sensitive reports and the conduct of investigations within his/her perimeter, carries out compliance checks and audits, and ensures the monitoring of risks and the implementation of recommendations.
He/She also contributes to strengthening the capacity of staff in terms of compliance, fraud prevention and compliance with the organization’s safeguard framework.
Responsibilities
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES AND TÂCHES
Management of sensitive reports and conduct of investigations
Ensure that investigations of sensitive reports involving staff, volunteers, partners or service providers are conducted in accordance with the INTERSOS Safeguard Framework and SOP Whistleblowing and Investigation.
Make recommendations on follow-up to reports, based on the findings of investigations conducted.
Identify the root causes of identified incidents and irregularities, and propose appropriate corrective and preventive measures.
Ensure, in coordination with the Internal Auditor at headquarters, the management and updating of the online database dedicated to alerts.
Conducting compliance audits and monitoring internal controls
Conduct internal compliance audits, including spot checks of suppliers, asset management and warehouse inventory.
Carry out spot checks to check compliance with internal procedures and identify possible irregularities.
Education / Qualifications
Contribute to compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and internal procedures, in particular through awareness-raising and training actions.
Coordinate the preparation and follow-up of CSUML reports from the EFCC as well as ad hoc audits related to CSUM questionnaires.
Collaborate with relevant teams to respond to donor requests for compliance and internal controls.
Location, coordination and reporting.
Risk management and follow-up of audit recommendations
Maintain the matrix of audit findings and recommendations, and monitor their implementation.
Contribute to risk assessments and maintain the risk register and audits, in collaboration with program and operations teams.
Follow up with relevant departments on the implementation of corrective measures and commitments made in audit reports.
Ensure compliance with the compliance requirements defined by INTERSOS, donors and competent authorities, and monitor the actions necessary for their implementation.
Strengthening staff capacity for compliance
Organize and conduct training and awareness sessions for staff on compliance, fraud prevention and internal procedures.
Inform and support teams in the understanding and application of policies, procedures and compliance requirements applicable within INTERSOS.
Participation in meetings with donors on fraud prevention and compliance
Participate in meetings with funders on fraud prevention, internal control and compliance issues, and contribute to exchanges within their area of expertise.
These tasks are not exhaustive. The incumbent of the position may be required to perform other duties and responsibilities related to his/her function, depending on the operational needs of the organization and the instructions of its hierarchy.
Candidate profile
Education
Hold a university degree in audit, accounting, finance, risk management, law, administration or a relevant field.
Experience
Demonstrate relevant professional experience in internal control, audit, compliance, risk management or investigation.
Experience in an international NGO or in the humanitarian sector is an asset.
Experience in conducting investigations related to sensitive reports and fraud prevention is an asset.
Professional requirements
Good knowledge of internal control, audit and compliance principles.
Ability to analyze risks, conduct investigations and make appropriate recommendations.
Good knowledge of monitoring, reporting and risk management tools.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and impartiality.
Good command of computer tools, especially the Microsoft Office suite.
Languages
Fluency in French, both orally and in writing.
Proficiency in local languages is an asset.
Fluency in English is an asset.
Personal requirements
Integrity, impartiality and a high sense of professional ethics.
Discretion and strict respect for confidentiality.
Rigor, analytical spirit and attention to detail.
Autonomy, sense of organization and ability to manage priorities.
Good communication skills and ability to collaborate with different interlocutors.
GENERAL CONDITIONS AND BENEFITS
Salary range: 05 – …
Accommodation: Shared Guesthouse
R&R: INTERSOS staff who are required to work for extended periods in duty stations subject to hazardous, stressful and difficult conditions benefit from a regular and mandatory rest and recuperation (R&R) period. This measure aims to protect its health and well-being and ensure optimal work performance when it resumes its functions, while preserving the operational capacity of the Organization. The benefits of R&R do not constitute financial compensation for the degree of hardship and insecurity at a duty station. Eligibility: Personnel recruited as international field staff whose contract identifies an R&R duty station as the primary duty station and whose contract duration is equal to or greater than 4 calendar months. R&R: It consists of 7 days of psychophysical recovery every 8/10/12 weeks, depending on the duty station. Compensation of 1,000 € is associated with it.
Remuneration: The monthly remuneration for each position is defined in accordance with INTERSOS’s salary and international standard function grid, taking into account the experience of the selected candidate. It is communicated during the interview with human resources, or in any case during the first stage of the selection process.
Transport: A/R flights for humanitarian aid. For any mission lasting at least 9 months, an additional air ticket to the country of residence and return to the place of mission are taken care of by the Organization for the Humanitarian Worker.
Medical insurance: accident and death insurance; liability insurance; reimbursement of vaccines, medical certificate and PCR test for deployment; psychosocial support on request for the humanitarian worker.
Visa: INTERSOS covers the costs and assistance for obtaining the visa for the humanitarian worker.
Annual leave: 2.5 days per month.
Integration training: online orientation courses: each new staff member receives pre-departure preparatory training, adequate to provide the necessary information on the structure of INTERSOS and the main decision-making processes and working tools, in order to facilitate their integration into the Organization.
Note 1: INTERSOS applies a "Learning & Development Policy" which includes the possibility to benefit from training and to participate in internal and external training. Priority will be given to staff working for INTERSOS for more than two years.
Note 2: The classification of duty stations with, R&R and without accompaniment is subject to criteria of safety, access to health services and education, and is non-negotiable.
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