Internal Audit Manager | Job in Rwanda

Internal Audit Manager March 16 th 2026 JOB ADVERTISEMENT ‘’Make a difference to thousands in the land of a thousand hills’’ VisionFund Rwanda (VFR), is Rwanda’s largest microfinance Institution. VFR is committed to the development of Rwanda through providing affordable financial services (savings and loans) to the less privileged throughout its 4 zones in Rwanda. VFR is the institution where you can develop your expertise working with the best people worldwide in a dynamic, team focused high performance environment. If you are looking for interesting but challenging work where you can make a difference in the world, then VFR has the will to make it so. VisionFund Rwanda (VFR) has zero tolerance to abuse and sexual exploitation of children and adults beneficiaries. We expect all our employees/affiliates to commit to protecting children and adult beneficiaries from harm and abide by our Safeguarding policy. VFR needs to recruit experienced and qualified staff on the following position: Internal Audit Manager Reporting to: Regional Audit Manager / Board Audit Committee (BAC) / CEO Type of the contract: Fixed term ( Three (3) years renewable) Job Purpose Support VFR accomplish its objectives, create, protect and sustain value by providing an independent, risk-based, and objective assurance over risk management, control and governance processes. Monitor VFR’s compliance with the existing laws, rules and regulations in the country. Monitor compliance with VFR’s and VFI’s standards, policies and procedures for financial, operational and social performance requirements. Advise the VFR Board of Directors and VFR Management on the adequacy and effectiveness of the internal control systems and risk management Perform any statutory function related to Internal Audit required by the regulators of VFR. Main Responsibilities % Time Major Activities End Results Expected (5%) Planning Develops and submits for approval to the BAC annual audit plan that outlines the activities to be undertaken by the Internal Audit Department (IAD) during the year. Prepare amended internal audit plan and present it to the Audit Committee for approval in case of significant shifts in risk profile or significant changes in the operations of VFR. Annual plan prepared before beginning of Q1 and approved by the audit committee (15%) Reporting Submits timely reports to management for all the audits conducted during the year; Submits written audit reports & internal audit activity reports to the Audit Committee before every scheduled Board meeting; Presents the audit activity reports during the BAC meeting every quarter; Submits high quality progress reports to RAM monthly and attends regular check in meetings with RAM as required; Tracks the status of implementation of issues/corrective actions arising from audit reports and provides updates to Management, RAM and BAC; Presents to Management the results from continuous audit & analytics each month; Informs all concerned staff on changes in internal control and audit policies and procedures. At least 90% of Audit Reports published within 30 calendar days of fieldwork close. Audit Reports to BAC submitted at least 15 days prior to the meeting. Monthly progress reports submitted within 7 working days of month end to RAM. Attendance of regular check in meetings organized by RAM. Summary of issues / corrective action status sent to RAM and Management monthly. (40%) Audit Work Carries out the Internal Audit Plan with the assistance of the Internal Auditors (if any) or on their own; Performs testing or ensures testing done by Internal Auditors is as per required standards and latest Audit Program; Prepares, reviews and issues all IAD audit reports after approval by the RAM; Discusses the results of audits with respective head office /branch department managers and advices on appropriate corrective actions to improve conditions; Ensures all audit testing is adequately documented and archived for the period required by VFI policy and local regulatory authorities; Ensures data analytics is completed each month by the IAD as part of continuous audit and monitoring; Independently appraises all operational functions of the institution; Reviews and updates Audit Programs and the Audit Manual when there are changes to products, processes, regulations or systems. 100% completion of the approved Internal Audit Plan. Number of Critical audit issues raised which result in change in the VFR. Excellent quality testing, reports and work paper standards reflected by reduced number of coaching notes and feedback from RAM. Monthly data analytics report An up-to-date Audit Program and Audit Manual in place (updated at least annually). (20%) Supervision and Training Supervises, motivates and reviews the work of the Internal Auditors (if any); Trains less experienced auditors to meet IAD audit standards; Appraises and evaluates all IAD staff development plans; Works to develop self and team members continuously; Ensures all