Description:
Company and Job DescriptionThe Head of Internal Audit will take full responsibility for the audit strategy, audit planning, delivery, and reporting across the business. The role requires a strong blend of strategic oversight and hands- on execution. You will partner closely with senior leadership and the Board Audit Committee to safeguard the organisation, strengthen controls, and ensure regulatory compliance.
This role is ideal for a highly analytical, commercially aware audit professional with deep financial services expertise, the ability to anticipate risks in a rapidly shifting FS landscape, and the leadership capability to elevate the entire audit function.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage the internal audit function, ensuring strong governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based audit plan aligned to the organisations strategic priorities. Provide independent evaluation of financial, operational, and regulatory processes, identifying control gaps and improvement opportunities. Present clear, actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership and the Audit Committee. Ensure full compliance with local and international financial services regulations. Oversee audits related to digital platforms, cybersecurity, data management, and emerging technologies. Build strong relationships with executive stakeholders, regulators, and external auditors. Lead, mentor, and develop the internal audit team to ensure best-practice audit delivery.
Job Experience and Skills Required
Minimum 10- 12 years experience in Internal Audit, Risk, or Assurance within the Financial Services sector. At least 5 years in a senior leadership role overseeing audit teams and complex audit programmes. Strong understanding of FS regulatory environments in Mozambique. Proven experience in developing and executing risk-based audit plans. Strong exposure to digital transformation, fintech products, cybersecurity, and technology-enabled risk environments. Exceptional analytical, reporting, and stakeholder-engagement skills. Professional qualifications such as CIA, ACCA, CPA, CISA, CA(SA)/CA equivalent are highly advantageous. Mozambican citizens only (local or abroad and seeking to return).For more exciting vacancies, please visit:
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18 Feb 2026;
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