EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

National Council for Construction (NCC) is a statutory body established under the National Council for Construction Act No. 10 of 2020 and mandated to regulate, promote and build capacity within Zambia’s construction industry. In line with its commitment to contributing to sustainable economic growth through the promotion, development, training and regulation of the construction industry, the Council invites applications from suitably qualified, dynamic and motivated professionals to fill the following position:

MANAGER INTERNAL AUDIT – NCC GRADE 3

Reporting to: Executive Director

Job Summary

The Manager – Internal Audit will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of the Council’s annual audit plans and audit programmes; undertaking internal audits; reviewing regulations, Council policies and standards; communicating audit findings to Management and the Board; facilitating the implementation of audit recommendations; and conducting follow-up audits to ensure that agreed recommendations are effectively implemented.Career guides Zambia

Main Duties

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Managing the development and implementation of a risk-based annual audit plan approved by the Board, focusing on areas of significant risk to the Council.
• Reviewing the adequacy, reliability and integrity of accounting and operational systems to determine their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Reviewing operations and programmes to determine whether results are consistent with established goals and objectives and whether activities are being carried out in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
• Reviewing records relating to material assets, including equipment, buildings and human resources, to determine their utilisation, safeguarding and maintenance.
• Managing special audits requested by Management to detect irregularities and develop appropriate preventive controls.
• Managing the preparation and submission of ad hoc, monthly and quarterly audit reports to the Board Audit and Risk Management Committee.
• Managing the provision of an effective internal audit function that provides:

Assurance that management processes adequately identify, assess and monitor significant risks.

Confirmation of the effectiveness of established internal control systems.

Credible feedback on risk management and assurance processes.

Independent confirmation that the Board receives reliable and relevant assurance information from Management.

Effective coordination with external auditors while ensuring all parties are adequately briefed on areas of concern.

Applicants Must Possess

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• ACCA, CIMA, Chartered Accountant Zambia (CA Zambia), or an equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant post-qualification experience in internal or external auditing.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification will be an added advantage.
• Full membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

Required Competencies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly word processing, spreadsheets and internet applications.
• Competence in accounting and auditing software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High levels of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Managing the development and implementation of a risk-based annual audit plan approved by the Board, focusing on areas of significant risk to the Council.
• Reviewing the adequacy, reliability and integrity of accounting and operational systems to determine their efficiency and effectiveness.
• Reviewing operations and programmes to determine whether results are consistent with established goals and objectives and whether activities are being carried out in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
• Reviewing records relating to material assets, including equipment, buildings and human resources, to determine their utilisation, safeguarding and maintenance.
• Managing special audits requested by Management to detect irregularities and develop appropriate preventive controls.
• Managing the preparation and submission of ad hoc, monthly and quarterly audit reports to the Board Audit and Risk Management Committee.
• Managing the provision of an effective internal audit function that provides: Assurance that management processes adequately identify, assess and monitor significant risks. Confirmation of the effectiveness of established internal control systems. Credible feedback on risk management and assurance processes. Independent confirmation that the Board receives reliable and relevant assurance information from Management. Effective coordination with external auditors while ensuring all parties are adequately briefed on areas of concern.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly word processing, spreadsheets and internet applications.
• Competence in accounting and auditing software.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• High levels of integrity and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 School Certificate.
• ACCA, CIMA, Chartered Accountant Zambia (CA Zambia), or an equivalent professional qualification.
• A minimum of five (5) years’ relevant post-qualification experience in internal or external auditing.
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) qualification will be an added advantage.
• Full membership with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

How to Apply

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HOW TO APPLY

Only candidates who meet the above requirements and competencies are encouraged to apply. Applications should include:

• A detailed and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Certified copies of academic and professional qualifications.
• A copy of the Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Any other relevant supporting documents.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director
National Council for Construction
P.O. Box 39548
Lusaka, Zambia

Applications must reach the undersigned not later than Friday, 31st July 2026, at 17:00 hours.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

National Council for Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting diversity, fairness and inclusion in its recruitment processes. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, age, disability or any other status protected by law.