ESAR Country Office Internal Controls Strengthening and Country Office Oversight Guidance

The purpose of this consultancy is to provide time-bound technical and coordination support to ESARO to: (i) strengthen CO internal control arrangements through review of delegation/authority instruments and systematic follow-up on internal control statements and self-assessments; and (ii) finalize the CO concept note on operational and fiduciary oversight and roll out practical guidance and communications (including webinars) to enable consistent application by country offices.

Scope of Work

Workstream 1: Country Office internal controls (Table of Authority and internal control statements/self-assessments)

Workstream 2: Finalize the concept note on operational and fiduciary oversight at Country Office level and support roll-out

Minimum requirements:

• Education: Master`s university degree in business administration, finance, accounting, audit, public administration, international development, or a related field (or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience).
• Work Experience: Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible experience in internal controls, audit/assurance, risk management, operations, or programme management within international organisations/INGOs/UN system (preferable with UNICEF).
• Skills:
  • Demonstrated experience in internal controls, operational oversight, compliance review, or similar governance and assurance functions involving multiple stakeholders.
  • Proven knowledge of delegation of authority, segregation of duties, compliance and internal control frameworks, and ability to translate policy requirements into practical guidance.
  • Strong analytical, writing, and facilitation skills, including experience designing and delivering webinars/trainings.
  • Excellent coordination skills and ability to work across multiple teams and time zones, delivering under tight deadlines.
• Language Requirements: Fluency in English required.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates are invited to submit the following documents via the online recruitment portal (Talent Management System):

• An up-to-date TMS profile and curriculum vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• A separate financial proposal