We are in search of a highly motivated and proactive individual to take on the role of Head of Internal Audit for our esteemed Tanzania plant. This pivotal position involves not only leading our dedicated Internal Audit Team but also overseeing a wide range of activities across our various companies. By joining us in this crucial role, you will have the unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our organizational efficiency and effectiveness, ensuring that we uphold the highest standards of compliance and governance throughout our operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and put into action a thorough internal audit plan for Dangote Cement.
• Supervise a group of internal auditors to guarantee efficient and successful audits.
• Offer strategic advice and suggestions to top management based on audit discoveries.
• Ensure adherence to internal guidelines, processes, and legal requirements.
• Oversee and evaluate the efficiency of internal controls and risk management procedures.
• Deliver audit findings to the Audit Committee and Executive Leadership.

Educational Qualification:

Must have a bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field. MSc. in Accounting or MBA would be considered a plus.

Professional Qualification:

Minimum of Associate Level Membership of the following professional bodies is a MUST: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or associated certifications.

Desired Experience and Competencies:

Minimum 20 years’ Financial and Operational Audit experience, 5 years in Executive Leadership. Big 4, Global Corp/International experience preferred. Diverse industry exposure e.g. Manufacturing, Energy. Strong understanding of Financial Controls and Accounting Standards. Familiarity with fraud indicators and SAP. Effective communication, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Proficient in financial reporting, analysis, and industry knowledge.

• Design and put into action a thorough internal audit plan for Dangote Cement.
• Supervise a group of internal auditors to guarantee efficient and successful audits.
• Offer strategic advice and suggestions to top management based on audit discoveries.
• Ensure adherence to internal guidelines, processes, and legal requirements.
• Oversee and evaluate the efficiency of internal controls and risk management procedures.
• Deliver audit findings to the Audit Committee and Executive Leadership.

• Effective communication
• critical thinking
• analytical skills
• Proficient in financial reporting
• analysis
• industry knowledge
• Strong understanding of Financial Controls and Accounting Standards
• Familiarity with fraud indicators and SAP

• Bachelor Degree
• MSc. in Accounting or MBA would be considered a plus.
• Minimum of Associate Level Membership of the following professional bodies is a MUST: Certified Institute of Auditors (CIA), Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or associated certifications.