Internal Audit & Controls Mentor

We’re looking for an Internal Audit & Controls Mentor who can live and volunteer for 10 months in Lesotho.  

• This assignment seeks to support LNFOD develop sustainable systems that prevent errors, safeguard resources, and position the organisation for future growth. 
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need relevant qualifications in finance, accounting, auditing, financial risk management or related field and experience in internal audit and financial controls development.
• Provide support through mentoring in accounting, internal auditing, and financial controls.

About the Partner Organisation 

The Lesotho National Federation of Organisations of the Disabled (LNFOD), based in Maseru, is the national umbrella body representing organisations of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Lesotho. It works to promote and advocate for the rights and inclusion of all PWDs throughout the country. LNFOD's core aim is to support the empowerment of its member organisations and the wider disability community through advocacy, capacity building, and programmatic interventions.

This volunteer assignment is critical to strengthening LNFOD’s financial integrity, transparency, and accountability, which are essential for maintaining donor confidence, meeting compliance requirements, and ensuring the organisation’s long-term sustainability.  The volunteer will serve as a mentor, working closely with LNFOD’s finance and management teams to build internal capacity and establish robust financial control systems. This includes improving internal audit processes, strengthening risk management practices, and supporting the development of clear policies and procedures that align with international best practices.   

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.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.