Internal Auditor at Benedictine Eye Hospital (BEH)

Auditor
Kampala
March 25, 2026
Full Time
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Job Description

Company: Benedictine Eye Hospital (BEH)

Location: Uganda

Job Description

The purpose of the Internal Auditor position is to provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the operations of Benedictine Eye Hospital.

The Internal Auditor will assist the Hospital to accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management. internal controls, financial management, compliance, and operational processes.

  1. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Effective Internal Control Systems: Adequacy and functionality of financial, operational, and administrative controls assessed and strengthened.
  • Compliance and Risk Management: Level of compliance with Hospital Policies, donor requirements. statutory regulations, and best practices enhanced
  • Financial Accountability and Transparency: Improved accuracy, reliability, and integrity of financial and operational records.
  • Audit Reporting and Follow-up: Timely preparation of clear, evidence-based audit reports with actionable recommendations and follow-up on implementation.
  • Value for Money and Efficiency: Identification of inefficiencies, wastage, and potential fraud risks with practical improvement measures proposed
  1. Essential Qualifications for the Internal Auditor
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution.
  • A Postgraduate qualification in Auditing. Finance. Risk Management, or Management is an added advantage.
  1. Professional Qualifications
  • Full qualification in a recognized professional accounting/audit body such as:
    • Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) Uganda
    • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants
    • Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) – added advantage
  • Registered and in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) or equivalent.
  1. Experience
  • Minimum of Five (05) years’ relevant work experience in internal audit, external audit, finance, or risk management.
  • At least five (5) years’ experience working in a Private Not for Profit (PNFP), Non-Governmental Organization (NGO), faith-based organization, or donor-funded health institution.
  • Proven experience supporting external audits and donor/project audits.
  • Experience in the health sector is a strong added

Requirements

  • Strong knowledge of:
    • Internal control systems and risk-based auditing
    • Ugandan statutory and regulatory frameworks (Uganda Revenue Authority. National Social Security Fund, labor laws)
    • Donor compliance requirements and reporting
    • International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) and International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing
  • Working knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office applications.
  1. Core Competencies
  • Internal audit planning and execution
  • Financial analysis and controls assessment
  • Risk assessment and mitigation
  • Compliance and governance review
  • Audit report writing and presentation
  • Value-for-money and efficiency analysis

Work Hours: 8

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Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates should submit:

  • A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • A signed application letter indicating the applicant’s salary expectation is MANDATORY.
  • Certified Copies of Academic and Professional Certificates
  • Names and contact details of at least three (3) referees.
  • Certificate of good Conduct (Interpol Letter)

Applications should be hand-delivered or sent to:

Uganda Business Directory

The Human Resource Office
Benedictine Eye Hospital
Plot No. M44 Kwapa Road, Nyangole, Tororo Municipality,
215 Km East of Kampala, near the Uganda-Kenya boarder post of Malaba.
P. O. Box 923, Tororo, Uganda,
Telephone: +256 (0) 786-093-279, +256 (0)-708-237-062

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