Internal Audit Capacity Strengthening Mentor

We’re looking for an Internal Audit Capacity Strengthening Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, Papua New Guinea. 

• This assignment seeks to strengthening PNGIMR’s internal audit capabilities and practices
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need Degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Business, Information Technology or other relevant field and qualification as a Certified Internal Auditor or equivalent work experience 
• As a volunteer, you will support the Internal Auditor to develop practical recommendations that strengthen accountability, risk management and compliance while remaining appropriate to PNGIMR’s operating context. 

About the partner organisation 

The Papua New Guinea Institute of Medical Research (PNGIMR) is the country’s national public health and medical research institute, established as a statutory body in 1968. Headquartered in Goroka, Eastern Highlands Province, PNGIMR has more than 400 staff working across multiple locations, including Madang, Port Moresby, Maprik (East Sepik), and Kokopo (East New Britain). Executive leadership, administrative teams, and three of the four core research units are based in Goroka.

PNGIMR’s mission is to conduct high-quality, evidence-based research into the causes, consequences, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of major health issues affecting Papua New Guinea. Its research informs government health policies and programs, supports healthcare providers, and contributes to global health knowledge. PNGIMR works closely with the Government of PNG, international research partners, the World Health Organization, and local communities to improve health outcomes nationally and globally.

The assignment will strengthen PNGIMR’s internal audit capacity and financial management systems. Although the Institute regularly receives unqualified external audits, some weaknesses in internal financial controls and compliance processes remain. The volunteer will work alongside the Internal Auditor to strengthen internal audit practices, risk-based internal controls, compliance monitoring and audit processes, while providing mentoring and practical knowledge transfer.



About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

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