Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Global Assurance is part of Plan’s governance framework and has been established to provide independent, objective assurance, internal audit, and consulting services designed to add value and improve Plan’s operations. It helps Plan accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
The role of the Global Assurance Senior, though part of Plan´s internal audit function is not your typical audit role. As a Global Assurance Senior, you will build upon audit principles but require a combination of problem solving, process improvement, and systems thinking to reduce risk and enhance performance of the organisation. Ideally we prefer experience or knowledge in technology, business analysis, project design and implementation, or quality and risk management.
Though audit experience is a plus, it is not the most crucial experience. We also appreciate experience in the international development sector, and familiarity with the complexities of working in a not-for-profit industry driving complex social change where stakeholders include donors, community members, families, children, civil society, and government actors. But if you have the core competencies and a proven track record in other industries, we welcome you to apply and join an exciting and rewarding sector.
Dimensions of the Role
Reports to Global Assurance Manager (primarily to the Regional GAM who is the line manager and to other GAMs on an assignment basis)
Post has no direct reports but manages less experienced team members and secondees on assurance assignments
Executes assurance assignments regionally and occasionally globally as per GA assurance planning, based upon key systems, processes, policies and controls
Plans and carries out assurance assignments across a large geographical area and multiple countries in diverse work environment and varying risk levels
Accountabilities
Ensures that assignments are completed on time and budget and produces reports and completed working papers in line with GA quality standards
Acts as a team member on various projects or deliverables to implement the strategy as a member of the GA Department as agreed with the GA Manager
Influences change within and across the organisation to strengthen risk management, accountability and effectiveness and support management in improving operations and provide a platform for learning across Plan
Champions select technical areas to ensure knowledge management and quality assurance are maintained across the department.
Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Safeguarding (SCYPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring understanding their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Key relationships
High level of interaction
Members of the Global Assurance team within the region
Global Assurance Managers and Seniors from other regions
Regional Directors, Director of Sub Regions, Country Directors and Country Office Managers and staff to address their assurance needs
Medium level of interaction
National Organisations (fundraising offices), and Global Hub to address their assurance needs
External
Local partners, community members, and government representatives
Technical networks and professional bodies to exchange knowledge on relevant areas
Collaboration with external auditors and other external specialists or consultants
Technical expertise, skills and knowledge
Knowledge – A combination of these, but not necessarily all
Knowledge of principles of auditing and/or risk management [essential]
Understanding of typical core business operations such as but not limited to finance, procurement, human resources and information technology [essential]
Bachelor’s degree [essential]
Good understanding of project and programme management (ideally but not exclusively in international aid and development sector) [desirable]
Knowledge of quality management (i.e. ISO) or business process improvement (i.e. Lean, Six Sigma) [desirable]
Knowledge of the international development sector, ideally with awareness of program approaches in development organisations [desirable]
Comfort with Information Technology and business analysis for system design, selection and implementation and keen to follow emerging technologies [desirable]
Skills – All are essential
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English
Strong analysis and problem solving skills
Good influencing and negotiation skills
Good facilitation and presentation skills
Good interpersonal skills – ability to work with a diverse range of people in a multicultural environment
Strong team leader– ability to work with people from different backgrounds within and outside the department to deliver assurance assignments
Good planning and organisation skills – ability to deliver assignments on time with tight deadlines and within budget and sets priorities and time parameters to accomplish tasks and projects
Additionally, reasonable French language skills (understanding, reading and speaking) are desirable.
Behaviours – All are required
We insist on valuing diversity, one who manages all kinds and classes of people equitably, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all and fosters a climate of inclusion, where diverse thoughts are freely shared and integrated. And it goes without saying we expect integrity and trust, someone seen as widely respected, a direct and honest individual who keeps confidences and promotes and applies professional ethics.
Additionally, we require:
High quality of work used to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking and completing processes and tasks in a timely fashion
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Adaptability to change, adjusts approach depending on different contexts and situations
Culturally adept
Self-driven and works under minimum supervision
Sound judgement and decision-making in complex situations
Teamwork and leadership
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Core Competencies Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
We want someone who uses critical thinking and problem solving and applies analysis, wisdom, experience, and logical methods to make good decisions and solve difficult problems with effective solutions. We are looking for someone with competencies in strategic agility and innovation who anticipates future consequences and trends and brings creative ideas to fruition. We value someone with a history of applying process analysis, business intelligence, collaboration, and problem solving techniques to gets to the heart of complex problems and issues.
We are looking for a people builder skilled at coaching and developing others and when provided challenging and stretching tasks and assignments constructs compelling development plans and executes them. Foundational are excellent communication skills, able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles, and can get messages across that instigates appropriate actions.
The job demands high adaptability and flexibility meaning one who can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, and can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. This involves adapting to different, changing or alternative situations with diverse stakeholders, which change in short periods of time. We welcome a variety of functional and technical skills and knowledge applied at a high level of accomplishment with active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.
Plan International’s Values in Practice
We are open and accountable
Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impact
Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empowering
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children
Physical Environment
Based in a Plan International country or regional office, with extensive international travel (approx. 60%) within and occasionally outside the region. Requires occasional field visits travelling by automobile to remote rural communities, working outside in a variety of climates.
Level of contact with children
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children: The position delivers assignments through visits to country offices and program units where Plan International works. This may involve visits with children and families, hence a medium level of contact with children.
ROLE PURPOSE
Plan International is an independent child rights and humanitarian organisation committed to children living a life free of poverty, violence and injustice.
We actively unite children, communities and other people who share our mission to make positive lasting changes in children’s and young people’s lives. We support children to gain the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to claim their rights to a fulfilling life, today and in the future. We place a specific focus on girls and women, who are most often left behind.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for more than 75 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
Global Assurance is part of Plan’s governance framework and has been established to provide independent, objective assurance, internal audit, and consulting services designed to add value and improve Plan’s operations. It helps Plan accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.
The role of the Global Assurance Senior, though part of Plan´s internal audit function is not your typical audit role. As a Global Assurance Senior, you will build upon audit principles but require a combination of problem solving, process improvement, and systems thinking to reduce risk and enhance performance of the organisation. Ideally we prefer experience or knowledge in technology, business analysis, project design and implementation, or quality and risk management.
Though audit experience is a plus, it is not the most crucial experience. We also appreciate experience in the international development sector, and familiarity with the complexities of working in a not-for-profit industry driving complex social change where stakeholders include donors, community members, families, children, civil society, and government actors. But if you have the core competencies and a proven track record in other industries, we welcome you to apply and join an exciting and rewarding sector.
Dimensions of the Role
Reports to Global Assurance Manager (primarily to the Regional GAM who is the line manager and to other GAMs on an assignment basis)
Post has no direct reports but manages less experienced team members and secondees on assurance assignments
Executes assurance assignments regionally and occasionally globally as per GA assurance planning, based upon key systems, processes, policies and controls
Plans and carries out assurance assignments across a large geographical area and multiple countries in diverse work environment and varying risk levels
Accountabilities
Ensures that assignments are completed on time and budget and produces reports and completed working papers in line with GA quality standards
Acts as a team member on various projects or deliverables to implement the strategy as a member of the GA Department as agreed with the GA Manager
Influences change within and across the organisation to strengthen risk management, accountability and effectiveness and support management in improving operations and provide a platform for learning across Plan
Champions select technical areas to ensure knowledge management and quality assurance are maintained across the department.
Ensures that Plan International’s global policies for Child Safeguarding (SCYPP) and Gender Equality and Inclusion (GEI) are fully embedded in accordance with the principles and requirements of the policy including relevant Implementation Standards and Guidelines as applicable to their area of responsibility. This includes, but is not limited to, ensuring understanding their responsibilities under these policies and Plan International’s Code of Conduct (CoC), their relevance to their area of work, and that concerns are reported and managed in accordance with the appropriate procedures.
Key relationships
High level of interaction
Members of the Global Assurance team within the region
Global Assurance Managers and Seniors from other regions
Regional Directors, Director of Sub Regions, Country Directors and Country Office Managers and staff to address their assurance needs
Medium level of interaction
National Organisations (fundraising offices), and Global Hub to address their assurance needs
External
Local partners, community members, and government representatives
Technical networks and professional bodies to exchange knowledge on relevant areas
Collaboration with external auditors and other external specialists or consultants
Technical expertise, skills and knowledge
Knowledge – A combination of these, but not necessarily all
Knowledge of principles of auditing and/or risk management [essential]
Understanding of typical core business operations such as but not limited to finance, procurement, human resources and information technology [essential]
Bachelor’s degree [essential]
Good understanding of project and programme management (ideally but not exclusively in international aid and development sector) [desirable]
Knowledge of quality management (i.e. ISO) or business process improvement (i.e. Lean, Six Sigma) [desirable]
Knowledge of the international development sector, ideally with awareness of program approaches in development organisations [desirable]
Comfort with Information Technology and business analysis for system design, selection and implementation and keen to follow emerging technologies [desirable]
Skills – All are essential
Excellent communication skills (written and oral) in English
Strong analysis and problem solving skills
Good influencing and negotiation skills
Good facilitation and presentation skills
Good interpersonal skills – ability to work with a diverse range of people in a multicultural environment
Strong team leader– ability to work with people from different backgrounds within and outside the department to deliver assurance assignments
Good planning and organisation skills – ability to deliver assignments on time with tight deadlines and within budget and sets priorities and time parameters to accomplish tasks and projects
Additionally, reasonable French language skills (understanding, reading and speaking) are desirable.
Behaviours – All are required
We insist on valuing diversity, one who manages all kinds and classes of people equitably, supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all and fosters a climate of inclusion, where diverse thoughts are freely shared and integrated. And it goes without saying we expect integrity and trust, someone seen as widely respected, a direct and honest individual who keeps confidences and promotes and applies professional ethics.
Additionally, we require:
High quality of work used to accomplish tasks by considering all areas involved, no matter how small; showing concern for all aspects of the job; accurately checking and completing processes and tasks in a timely fashion
Holds self and others to account to deliver on agreed goals and standards of behaviour
Adaptability to change, adjusts approach depending on different contexts and situations
Culturally adept
Self-driven and works under minimum supervision
Sound judgement and decision-making in complex situations
Teamwork and leadership
Remains calm and positive under pressure and in difficult situations
Plans own learning and development
Core Competencies Required to Achieve Role’s Objectives:
We want someone who uses critical thinking and problem solving and applies analysis, wisdom, experience, and logical methods to make good decisions and solve difficult problems with effective solutions. We are looking for someone with competencies in strategic agility and innovation who anticipates future consequences and trends and brings creative ideas to fruition. We value someone with a history of applying process analysis, business intelligence, collaboration, and problem solving techniques to gets to the heart of complex problems and issues.
We are looking for a people builder skilled at coaching and developing others and when provided challenging and stretching tasks and assignments constructs compelling development plans and executes them. Foundational are excellent communication skills, able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles, and can get messages across that instigates appropriate actions.
The job demands high adaptability and flexibility meaning one who can effectively cope with change, can shift gears comfortably, can decide and act without having the total picture, and can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. This involves adapting to different, changing or alternative situations with diverse stakeholders, which change in short periods of time. We welcome a variety of functional and technical skills and knowledge applied at a high level of accomplishment with active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.
Plan International’s Values in Practice
We are open and accountable
Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people
We strive for lasting impact
Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empowering
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children
Physical Environment
Based in a Plan International country or regional office, with extensive international travel (approx. 60%) within and occasionally outside the region. Requires occasional field visits travelling by automobile to remote rural communities, working outside in a variety of climates.
Level of contact with children
Mid contact: Occasional interaction with children: The position delivers assignments through visits to country offices and program units where Plan International works. This may involve visits with children and families, hence a medium level of contact with children
How to apply
To apply, click on the link and send by September 3rd, 2019 your application with:
•A comprehensive cover letter
•A comprehensive and clear CV that includes the contact of two of your referees, one of whom should be your current employer.
Internal candidates must inform their line manager with regards to their interest in this vacancy before applying.
Females’ candidates are highly encouraged to apply
Plan International Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is engaged in child and youth safeguarding and gender equity. We practice zero tolerance for fraud, corruption and harassment. Our recruitment process demonstrates those values.
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