This list contains only the countries for which job offers have been published in the selected language (e.g., in the French version, only job offers written in French are displayed, and in the English version, only those in English).
The Head of Audit for Citibank Tanzania is a leadership role responsible for overseeing and managing the Internal Audit function within Citibank Tanzania. The successful candidate will be a seasoned audit professional capable of navigating intricate regulatory landscapes, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders including locally in the country and the Group, and providing strategic oversight of assurance efforts.
Job Responsibility:
Report to the Citibank Tanzania Board Audit Committee
Act as the primary liaison with the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) on audit matters
Provide strategic oversight of all assurance efforts
Lead, provide supervision, and deliver assigned audits and regulatory validations
Lead and direct an onsite audit team
Drive the enhancement of the control environment within the franchise
Partner with the Citibank Internal Audit Subject Matter Expert teams
Analyze the regulatory landscape
Perform International and local country audits
Effectively challenge Citibank Tanzania management ensuring robust control practices
Partner with management in their efforts to improve and maintain a sound control environment
Attend and contribute at local governance forums
Draft audit reports, present findings to management and business units, and recommend actionable corrective action plans
Requirements:
Minimum 15 years of progressive experience in Audit within the financial services industry, with at least 3 years in a senior Internal audit leadership position at SVP grade level or equivalent
Minimum Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field
Higher degree or relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, ACA, CFA, CAMS or similar and be registered with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors
Experience in working with global teams and dealing with integrated internal audit and assurance delivery is desirable
Deep expertise and understanding of the banking sector and banking regulations
Prior experience in conducting risk-based audits and presenting results to management and regulators
Proven track record in complex and highly regulated environments, particularly within emerging markets
Experience in engaging with central banks and financial regulators is essential
Comprehensive understanding of audit methodologies, risk management frameworks, and internal control principles
Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills
Superior analytical, Artificial Intelligence, and numerical skills, including advanced Excel proficiency
Pragmatic problem solver with independent thinking and a forward-looking mindset
Strong leadership capabilities
Strategic thinker
High degree of integrity, ethics, professional skepticism, self-motivation, and a goal-oriented strong work ethic
Nice to have:
Experience in working with global teams and dealing with integrated internal audit and assurance delivery is desirable