Location: Geneva, Switzerland
The Lead, Assurance is a qualified and experienced assurance professional who will lead, and be part of, audit and assurance teams. Reporting to the Manager, Assurance, the Lead, Assurance is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing audit and assurance engagements across the Global Fund Secretariat and implementing countries.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead Audit & Assurance Engagements - Plan and lead the implementation of audit and assurance reviews at the Global Fund Secretariat and in implementing countries in accordance with IIA Standards and internal protocols; finalise the audit risk assessment to define the scope and objectives of engagements for subsequent review by OIG Senior Stakeholders, taking into account the work of other assurance providers to ensure complementarity; review the work performed by auditors and external consultants prior to the Manager, Assurance's review; ensure engagements are delivered within agreed timelines, budgets and quality expectations; engage senior stakeholders, including partners and other assurance providers, throughout the engagement lifecycle.
Lead Teams and External Consultants - Lead and oversee OIG staff and external consultants assigned to engagements; review working papers and procedures for compliance with IIA standards; provide on-the-job coaching, feedback and performance development.
Risk Identification & Analysis - Identify potential risks and internal control gaps by analyzing evidence, comparing performance against standards or peers, and evaluating root causes; assess risks related to emerging technologies, including evaluating AI systems for bias, transparency, model drift and control weaknesses; conduct value-for-money assessments.
Reporting & Communication - Synthesize evidence and communicate findings and recommendations to auditees through oral briefings and written reports; produce clear, concise evidence-based audit and assurance reports; discuss and agree recommended management actions and timelines with auditees.
Quality, Methodology & Continuous Improvement - Identify appropriate audit tools and best practices in accordance with IIA and/or ISSAI standards; support continuous improvement and methodology updates; support training and induction of staff and consultants.
Professional Conduct - Demonstrate sound professional judgement, independence, confidentiality and ethical conduct across all phases of engagements; perform other duties as required by the Inspector General or Head, Assurance, including sensitive reviews.
Qualifications (Essential): University degree or equivalent in Accounting/Business Administration, Economics or related fields; internal audit certification and/or certification from an internationally recognized accountancy body or equivalent professional training.
Experience (Essential): Substantial experience in audit or related areas such as accounting, business administration/analysis, program/project evaluation and monitoring; experience leading multi-disciplinary teams of experienced professionals in a multi-cultural setting; experience working with multiple sectors including international organizations, governments, civil society and the private sector; proven ability to develop trust and confidence in multicultural environments; proven success in collaboration, teamwork and knowledge sharing.
Desirable: Over seven years' experience in audit or a related area; experience conducting audit and assurance reviews in developing countries; experience in international development; experience and knowledge related to public health, AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria.
Special Travel Requirements: The position may require frequent travel and stays of sometimes up to one month conducting audits covering program and project sites in developing countries.
Languages: An excellent knowledge of English and preferably a good working knowledge of French. Knowledge of other languages would be an asset.
Closing date: 01 September 2026
HOW TO APPLY:
Explore our vacancies and apply on the Global Fund Careers recruitment system: https://theglobalfund.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/External . More information on working at the Global Fund is available on the Careers section of the main website. Job Posting End Date: 01 September 2026.