Senior Manager – Internal Audit at Equity Bank, July 2025

Position Title: Senior Manager – Internal Audit
Department: Internal Audit
Vacancies Available: 1

Role Overview

The role is responsible for overseeing high-level audit assignments across the bank, ensuring strong risk management, sound internal controls, and robust governance practices. The Senior Manager will work closely with the Head of Internal Audit to support the execution of the department’s strategic audit plan, providing independent assurance to senior leadership and the Board Audit Committee.

Key Responsibilities

Audit Strategy & Execution

• Design and implement risk-based audit plans aligned with the bank’s strategic goals.
• Lead audits covering operational, financial, compliance, and IT areas.
• Ensure audits are delivered efficiently and on time, staying within approved scope and budget.
• Track and verify the resolution of audit issues to ensure timely closure.

Risk & Advisory Support

• Identify significant risks and assess the effectiveness of current control systems.
• Offer actionable recommendations to strengthen risk and control environments.
• Advise management on new and emerging risk areas.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Draft clear and concise audit reports with actionable insights.
• Present audit outcomes to senior management and oversee follow-ups on audit recommendations.
• Assist in preparing reports for the Board Audit Committee.

Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and mentor audit team members to improve effectiveness and support professional growth.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on ethics, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Compliance & Quality Standards

• Ensure all audit work adheres to internal policies, regulatory requirements, and international audit standards.
• Keep abreast of changes in audit practices and banking regulations.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Core Competencies:

• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and report-writing
• High levels of integrity and professionalism
• Proficiency in auditing software and data analysis tools

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field

Professional Credentials & Experience:

• Must hold a CPA or ACCA certification; CIA or CISA is a plus
• 8 to 10 years of progressive internal audit experience, ideally within banking or financial institutions
• Solid understanding of banking processes, risk management, and compliance standards

How to Apply
Submit your application with the subject line “Senior Manager – Internal Audit” to: TZRecruitment@equitybank.co.tz Application Deadline: 8th August, 2025