Internal Audit Program Manager (NGO)

TL;DR

Internal Audit Program Manager (Finance/NGO): Designing and implementing risk management strategies to prevent and detect fraud in cash transfer operations with an accent on field-based risk assessment and team leadership. Focus on building risk monitoring systems, leading complex fraud investigations, and leveraging AI for audit efficiency.

Location: Remote. Strong preference for candidates based in Mozambique, DRC, Rwanda, or Uganda.

Company

hirify.global is a non-profit organization that delivers cash transfers directly to people living in poverty worldwide to provide a scalable and dignified form of aid.

What you will do

• Design project-specific internal audit proposals, risk registers, and risk management measures for new and ongoing projects.
• Monitor IA metrics and KPIs across a country portfolio and lead the correction of missed or declining targets.
• Lead transparent investigations of high-risk cases and manage escalation protocols in coordination with Country Directors.
• Directly manage and develop Internal Audit Managers across assigned countries, conducting performance reviews and growth assessments.
• Identify safeguarding and fraud risks within organizational sub-cultures and conduct annual training for Programs teams.
• Support the evolution of global IA strategy by leveraging AI and automation for fraud risk management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in internal audit, risk management, or fraud investigation, particularly in complex field-based environments.
• Strong analytical skills and technical fluency with data tools and dashboards to drive risk-based decisions.
• Experienced people manager capable of building high-performing teams across multiple geographies.
• Excellent communication skills to influence senior stakeholders and navigate cross-functional complexity.
• Strong preference for candidates based in Mozambique, DRC, Rwanda, or Uganda.
• French or Portuguese language proficiency is highly desirable.

Culture & Benefits

• Robust health benefits plan tailored by country.
• Flexible paid time off that staff is encouraged to take.
• Allowances for professional learning and development and desk set-up.
• A candid, analytical, and non-hierarchical team culture supporting high ownership.