Seeking a new challenge? Dahabshiil Group has a INTERNAL AUDITOR position open in Hargeisa. This role falls within the Assessment/evaluation/audit sector and requires candidates with 7 - 8 years of relevant experience. Applications are open until Jul, 11. Don't miss this opportunity.
Location
: Hargeisa, Somaliland.
Dahabshiil Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Internal Auditor to join our Group Internal Audit team.
This is an exciting opportunity for a talented audit professional to contribute to strengthening governance, risk management and internal controls across a dynamic multinational business operating in financial services, telecommunications, insurance, fintech, logistics, real estate and other sectors.
If you are passionate about delivering independent assurance, driving operational excellence and creating value through effective risk management, we invite you to apply.
About the Role
Reporting to the Group Chief Internal Auditor, you will conduct risk-based audits across the Group, evaluate governance and internal control systems, identify improvement opportunities, and support management in strengthening business performance while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking a detail-oriented and commercially aware Internal Auditor to support the delivery of risk-based assurance, strengthen internal controls, and contribute to effective governance across the Group. The role offers exposure to financial, operational, compliance, IT, and special audits, with opportunities to work closely with management and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
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Support the development and execution of the annual risk-based internal audit plan across Group entities.
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Conduct financial, operational, compliance, IT, and special audits to evaluate business processes, controls, and risk exposure.
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Perform follow-up reviews to assess the timely and effective implementation of agreed audit recommendations.
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Identify control weaknesses, process gaps, and emerging risks, and recommend practical improvement actions.
Risk, Governance & Internal Control
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Evaluate the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks.
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Assess the adequacy of policies, procedures, delegated authority limits, and approval controls.
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Provide clear, value-adding recommendations to strengthen controls, improve efficiency, and mitigate business risks.
Financial & Operational Audit
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Review accounting records, financial reporting processes, and internal financial controls.
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Assess compliance with IFRS, Group accounting policies, and applicable financial procedures.
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Verify the safeguarding of company assets and the reliability of key financial information.
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Evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of operational processes, including procurement, inventory, HR, payroll, treasury, fleet, projects, and revenue assurance.
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Assess business continuity and disaster recovery preparedness where relevant to audit assignments.
Compliance & Investigation Support
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Evaluate compliance with Group policies, regulatory requirements, tax and labour laws, AML standards, data protection requirements, and anti-fraud policies.
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Participate in fraud, whistleblowing, and special investigations where assigned.
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Identify fraud indicators, control gaps, and compliance risks, and recommend preventive and corrective actions.
Advisory & Business Support
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Provide advisory support on new projects, systems, processes, and business initiatives to ensure risks and controls are considered early.
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Review new or changing processes before implementation and recommend practical control enhancements.
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Promote a strong control culture by sharing internal control best practices with business teams.
Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement
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Prepare clear, accurate, and high-quality audit reports that communicate findings, risks, root causes, and practical recommendations.
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Present audit findings to management in a professional and constructive manner.
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Track implementation of agreed recommendations and escalate overdue high-risk actions when required.
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Build productive working relationships with management, external auditors, regulators, and other key stakeholders.
Continuous Improvement
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Stay up to date with changes in internal auditing standards, regulations, and leading practices.
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of audit methodology, tools, templates, and reporting standards.
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Use data analytics and audit software to improve audit coverage, efficiency, and insight.
About Hargeisa
Hargeisa is the capital and largest city of Somaliland, serving as the region's main economic and administrative hub. The city is home to a growing number of international organizations, NGOs, and private sector companies, making it a key employment center in the Horn of Africa. Professionals relocating to Hargeisa will find a dynamic and rapidly developing urban environment.
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