Senior Internal Auditor

alfanar is seeking an experienced Senior Internal Auditor to evaluate internal controls, business processes, risk management practices, and compliance across General Services functions, including Human Resources, Facilities & Properties, Administration, and Corporate Services
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The role will apply a risk-based internal audit approach to assess the effectiveness of controls, identify operational and financial risks, recommend improvements, and support management in strengthening governance and compliance. The position will also lead audit assignments, supervise audit activities, prepare reports, and monitor corrective action plans.

• Develop, review, and maintain internal audit policies and procedures in accordance with recognized local and international best practices.
• Evaluate General Services policies, procedures, and internal controls to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
• Recommend enhancements to strengthen governance, control effectiveness, and operational efficiency.

• Support the development and improvement of the internal control framework for General Services functions.
• Identify and assess significant operational, compliance, financial, and process-related risks.
• Provide risk management guidance and advice to department and functional managers.
• Assist management in developing appropriate risk mitigation and corrective action plans.
• Maintain and update risk registers in coordination with General Services departments.
• Monitor changes in risk exposure and evaluate the effectiveness of mitigation measures.

• Develop risk-based audit plans for General Services activities.
• Identify key risk areas and determine appropriate audit procedures and testing approaches.
• Analyze business activities and processes to prioritize audit assignments.
• Develop Business Intelligence reports and data-driven analysis to support continuous auditing.
• Communicate audit objectives, scope, timelines, and requirements to process owners.
• Develop detailed audit engagement plans and assess the design and effectiveness of internal controls.

• Conduct internal audits using a structured and risk-based methodology.
• Evaluate business processes, departmental performance, and internal control effectiveness.
• Review key performance indicators (KPIs) and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Develop and maintain audit programs that provide appropriate coverage of identified risks.
• Perform control testing and document audit evidence and findings.
• Lead audit assignments and supervise audit team members when required.
• Coordinate with process owners throughout the audit process.
• Review audit working papers, supporting documentation, findings, and conclusions for completeness and quality.

• Prepare draft internal audit reports based on audit findings and supporting evidence.
• Discuss audit observations and recommendations with relevant department managers.
• Agree on corrective action plans and establish appropriate implementation timelines.
• Monitor and follow up on outstanding audit recommendations.
• Finalize audit reports and ensure findings are accurate, complete, and clearly documented.
• Provide timely audit updates and reports to the Audit Manager and relevant Audit Committees.

• Conduct special audits, investigations, and reviews based on emerging risks or management requirements.
• Evaluate proposed General Services systems and processes before implementation.
• Perform pre-implementation control reviews and provide recommendations to improve control effectiveness.
• Investigate reported control weaknesses and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

• Conduct periodic reviews of General Services activities and financial or operational performance.
• Analyze significant variances and perform ratio and trend analysis.
• Identify unusual transactions, control weaknesses, and emerging risks.
• Prepare periodic internal audit reports and management updates.

• Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support to junior audit team members.
• Allocate audit assignments and monitor the completion of delegated activities.
• Support team development through knowledge sharing and training.
• Promote effective teamwork and maintain a fair distribution of responsibilities.
• Review team deliverables to ensure they meet required quality and professional standards.