International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory Careers

Senior Internal Auditing Officer

Job Reference: Ref.09.24.49

Employer: International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory (INL)

Location: Braga, Portugal

Number of Vacancies: 1

Employment Type: Full time

Contract Duration: 48 months

Open Date for Applications: December 27th, 2024

Closing Date for Applications: January 26th, 2025, 23h00m (Lisbon Time)

Key words: #internalauditstrategy #riskassessment #reporting #auditfindings #regulatoryaffairs #regulations #internalpolicies #compliance #internalaudit #CIA #CPA CISA #ISO

Overview

The Internal Auditing Officer will be responsible for the internal audit function at INL, ensuring the integrity of operations, compliance with regulatory requirements, and the implementation of best practices in risk management and control.

This role requires an auditor with experience in international organisations, and scientific research or similar fields, able to navigate complex regulatory environments, and contribute to the organisation’s overall mission and goals.

The role is crucial for maintaining the integrity and efficiency of operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Job Duties

The job duties will be the following:

Internal Auditing Planning, Execution and Reporting

• Develop and implement the internal audit strategy, aligned with the organisation’s objectives and regulatory requirements;
• Oversee the planning, execution, and reporting of internal audits, including Financial, Procurement, Human Resources, Legal, Operations, Project Management, Compliance, IT and other specific audits;
• Prepare comprehensive audit reports, highlighting key findings, risks, and recommendations for improvements;
• Present audit findings to the Finance Committee, the INL Council, the Directorate and the Executive Board, providing actionable insights and follow-up on the implementation of recommendations.

Compliance, Regulatory Affairs and Process Improvement

• Ensure that all INL activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies;
• Stay abreast of changes in regulatory requirements and update the audit plans and procedures accordingly;
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness;
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence throughout INL.

Risk Assessment and Management

• Identify and assess risks within the organisation, particularly those related to financial commitments based on the outcome of scientific research, data integrity, and regulatory compliance;
• Develop risk-based audit plans and ensure their effective execution.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with senior management, external auditors, and regulatory bodies to address audit findings and compliance issues;
• Provide advisory services to management on risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.

Data Integrity and Security

• Ensure the protection and integrity of scientific data through robust auditing of data management practices;
• Work closely with IT and data management teams to audit and improve data security measures.

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• MSc in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related fields
• Relevant certification (e.g., CIA, CPA, CISA), is highly desirable.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in internal auditing;
• At least 5 years in a leadership role;
• Experience in a scientific research environment or similar industry, is preferred.

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of internal audit standards and practices;
• Proficiency in audit software and Microsoft Office Suite;

Personal Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Strong organisational and time management skills;
• “Hands-on” approach together with a high commitment to respecting deadlines.

 Our Benefits

• Competitive salary;
• Tax benefits and other Diplomatic privileges;
• Private health insurance;
• Family allowances (according to family situation);
• Free nursery service at INL premises (subject to availability);
• Support for education fees of dependent children;
• Relocation support;
• 30 working days of annual leave.

How to Apply

The application must be in English and include the following mandatory documents:

a)     Cover letter

b)     Curriculum Vitae

c)      Academic and/or Professional diplomas

Online application instructions:

1. The application is made online by clicking the “Apply” button;
2. The candidate must complete all required sections of the online application form;
3. The candidate must submit the mandatory documents mentioned above in pdf format by including them in the “Additional files” section using the “Add portfolio” button.

Important note:

Incomplete applications including the failure to provide mandatory documents or providing inaccurate information will result in the application not being considered.

How the Selection Process works
 

A. Applications eligibility check

This stage will be carried out on the basis of the mandatory requirements, education, experience and technical skills defined for the job, as well as the validation of the mandatory documents. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria will move forward to the next stage.

B. CV Assessment

The Selection Committee will evaluate the eligible applications based on their CV and other submitted documents and the suitability for the position. The best ranked candidates will be shortlisted for the interview stage(s).

C. Interview(s)

The interview(s) may be done in different formats: video recording, online or onsite.

The question based interview will evaluate the match between the candidate’s profile and the requirements for the position, including the technical and personal skills. To better support this stage, the candidate may be requested to prepare a short presentation.

D. Nomination

The selected candidate will be nominated and formally offered the position, including the disclosure of the contractual conditions. 

Additional Information

Application feedback

We highly value your interest in becoming part of the INL experience and it is important for us to maintain good communications with all candidates. No matter the outcome of your application, we will always provide you with feedback.

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Principle

INL follows a non-discrimination and equal access principle, wherefore no candidate can be privileged, benefited, impaired or deprived of any rights whatsoever, or be exempt of and duties based on any possible discriminatory issues.

The advertisement deadline may be extended at any time without previous notice in order to improve the suitability and effectiveness of the recruitment process.

About INL

The International Iberian Nanotechnology Laboratory – INL (http://www.inl.int), is the first and only Intergovernmental Organisation in the world entirely focused on Nanoscience and Nanotechnology.

It was founded under an international legal framework to perform interdisciplinary research, deploy and communicate nanotechnology for the benefit of society. INL aims to be a recognised leading global nanotechnology innovation hub.