To provide advisory services to the Accounting Officer in the proper management of resources

The Unit will perform the following activities:-

• Prepare and submit audit plans to the management and Board
• Advise the managementon the soundness, adequacy and existence of vibrant internal and operational controls
• Determine the adequacy and effectiveness of Institute's system of internal accounting and operational records
• Plan, co-ordinate and direct all internal Audit inspections to ensure adherence to the financial policies and procedures
• Review the reliability and integrity of financial information
• Review the established systems to ensure their performance are consistent with relevant laws, standards, policies, plans, procedures and regulations
• Review controls and ensure the Institute assets are safeguarded from any risks
• Coordinate statutory audit in collaboration with external auditors and
• Prepare and report periodically to the Board on whether: Appropriate actions has been taken on significant audit findings and recommendations and financial risks are managed appropriately
• Handle, negotiate and draft of all contracts and other legal instruments; and

The Unit will be led by a Manager