Group Head of Internal Audit.

by | Apr 8, 2026

QSS-East Africa

About This Job:

The Group Head of Internal Audit leads an independent, risk-based assurance function across Q-Sourcing Servtec Group and all subsidiaries providing the Board, Audit Committee, and Group CEO with objective assurance on the adequacy of the Group’s risk management, governance, and internal control environment. The role serves as a trusted advisory resource on governance and fraud risk, without assuming ownership of the functions it audits

Job Title: Group Head of Internal Audit
Location: QSS-East Africa

Reports to:

Functionally — Board of Directors / Audit Committee

Administratively — Group Chief Executive Officer

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1: Risk-Based Audit Planning

  • Develop and maintain the Internal Audit Charter; prepare and obtain Audit Committee approval of a risk-based Group-wide Annual Audit Plan aligned to the Group’s risk universe and strategic priorities.
  1. Governance Audits
    • Audit governance frameworks across all subsidiaries – board reporting, delegated authorities, and policy adherence; report gaps to the Audit Committee with actionable
  1. Financial & Operational Audits
  • Audit financial processes (treasury, payroll, procurement, expenditure) and operational processes (client delivery, contract management, HR, supply chain) across all Group
  1. Internal Control Evaluation
  • Assess the effectiveness of the Group’s internal control framework (COSO); manage Management Action Plans; report deficiencies to the Audit
  1. Compliance Assurance
  • Provide independent assurance that all entities comply with statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations across
  1. Fraud Risk Oversight
    • Evaluate the Group’s fraud risk framework; coordinate investigations into material allegations; report confidentially to the Audit Committee. Advise on controls without assuming operational.

       7. IT Audit Coordination

  • Incorporate IT general controls, cybersecurity, and data integrity reviews into the annual plan; co- source specialists as needed; provide Audit Committee assurance on IT risk.
  1. Audit Reporting & Board Engagement
  • Issue evidence-based audit reports within 10 working days of fieldwork; present quarterly and annual reports to the Audit Committee; provide an annual opinion on the Group’s governance, risk, and control environment
  1. Advisory Services
  • Advise management on governance, risk, and control matters during process or system design — without assuming management responsibility. Support external audits, inspections, and due diligence. 
Other: Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Line Manager.

MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Experience

Education

  • Bachelor in Accounting, Finance, or related Postgraduate (MBA) is an advantage.

Certifications (Required)

  • CIA, CPA or ACCA required (at least one); CISA and IIA membership are desirable

Experience

  • 10+ years in internal/external audit; 5 years in a senior Group or multi-country leadership role with Board/Audit Committee reporting.
  • Risk-based audit experience across financial, operational, governance, compliance, and IT domains; African multi-jurisdictional exposure

Skills and Competencies:

  • Expertise in risk-based auditing, COSO, ISO 31000, IIA Standards, and the Three Lines
  • Strong analytical skills; ability to identify root causes across complex multi-entity
  • Excellent Board-level communication – written reports and verbal presentation.
  • Credible stakeholder management with Board, Audit Committee, Group CEO, and Country Managers.
  • Sound judgement, professional scepticism, and objectivity under pressure.

 

NOTE: The role;

Requires regular regional travel. Demands unquestionable integrity, professional independence, and executive presence. This JD is not exhaustive and may be amended as the Group evolves.

 

How to apply:

All candidates who meet the criteria outlined above are encouraged to send their CVs/Resumes to :recruitmenttanzania@qsourcing.com or link below not later than 13rd April 2026.

Link: https: https://jobs.qsourcing.com/jobs/Careers/735362000015705001/Group-Head-of-Internal-Audit?source=CareerSite.

For any further clarifications call 0748 519 012.

Note:

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

Q-SOURCING SERVTEC IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ANY SOLICITATION WILL LEAD DISQUALIFICATION.