Director Audit Asia

Are you a strategic thinker and seasoned audit professional ready to lead in a dynamic, multi-cultural environment? Audit Asia is seeking an experienced and visionary Director Audit Asia to head the internal audit function across 3 CGIAR Centers (IRRI, IWMI and World Fish) and World Veg.

As the Chief Audit Executive, you will drive the development and execution of a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit program that aligns with the professional standards set by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). You’ll play a key leadership role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal controls across diverse operations.

The Director will develop and oversee the Audit Asia Unit’s risk-based work plan, including client-level audit schedules, staffing plans, financial budgets, fee structures, and activity reports. The Director will prepare and update the center-level internal audit charters and audit strategy in close coordination with the IPB-IAE (Integrated Partnership Board – Internal Audit Executive).

The position will be hosted at the headquarters of one of the Audit Asia member Centres (Manila, Philippines; Colombo, Sri Lanka; or Penang, Malaysia).

About Audit Asia

Audit Asia is a shared service that provides internal audit services to the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), International Water Management Institute (IWMI) WorldFish, and WorldVeg. IRRI, IWMI, and WorldFish are CGIAR centers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee the Audit Asia’s risk-based internal audit program, including client-level audit schedules, staffing plans, financial budgets, fee structures, and activity reports.
• Develop and update the center-level internal audit charters and internal audit plans and strategy.
• Establish and maintain a quality assurance program to evaluate internal audit operations and performance including periodic independent external evaluations.
• Carry out any investigations required, reporting to each entity as necessary.
• Develop and implement professional policies to guide staff and internal auditors.
• Coordinate with other internal and external center assurance providers in the partnership.

Qualifications & Experience  

• University level relevant academic qualification; CIA or an appropriate Chartered Accountancy/CPA qualification mandatory; CISA, CISM, CFE, and corporate governance qualifications desirable.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in planning, conducting and managing internal or external audits; investigations; and/or studies and consultancies related to corporate governance, risk management, organizational development, internal controls and compliance systems, with a significant portion of that experience at an executive level. Having a significant part of that experience devoted to internal audit is considered essential.

To learn more about the role and its responsibilities, please view the full Job Description HERE

Salary & Benefits 

This is an Internationally Recruited Staff (IRS) position offering a competitive annual salary and comprehensive insurance policies. Internationally recruited staff employed outside of their home base/country of nationality may also be eligible to receive relocation and housing assistance alongside education support for eligible dependents. The duration of the contract will initially be for a three-year period with possibility for extension, depending on funding and performance. All benefits are subject to terms and conditions of the employing Center.

How to Apply

Your application must include:

• A copy of your curriculum vitae;
• A cover letter which addresses key requirements stated above; and
• Contact information of three professional referees who may be contacted if you are short-listed for the position.

To be considered, applications must be submitted by no later than 23:59 (MYT), 30 April 2025.

International Travel

This role requires international travel. All travel will be in full compliance with the host center’s staff travel policies.

The screening will start immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Due to the high volume of applicants for all positions, we appreciate all interest, but only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and strongly encourage qualified women and men from the Global South to apply. 

Audit Asia is a shared service that provides internal audit services to the International Rice Research Institute (IRRI), International Water Management Institute (IWMI) WorldFish, and WorldVeg. IRRI, IWMI, and WorldFish are CGIAR centers.