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Namugongo, Wakiso, Uganda
Full Time
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About the Organisation
ChapChap Africa Limited is a Ugandan fintech company founded in 2016 with a mission to revolutionize the lives of final-mile customers across Africa by providing cutting-edge technological solutions and an extensive agent network that simplifies everyday transactions. The company has garnered recognition for empowering micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) by introducing digital payment solutions that create credible financial profiles, thereby facilitating access to credit opportunities.
ChapChap fosters an inclusive and dynamic work culture, emphasizing professional growth and development, and offers various job opportunities with flexible arrangements to support work-life balance. Since its inception, the company has evolved by forming strategic partnerships with major service providers like MTN, Airtel, and financial institutions, enabling it to process significant transaction volumes and expand its service offerings. With a network of over 43,000 MSME business owners, 43% of whom are women and 89% are youth, ChapChap demonstrates a strong commitment to gender equality, youth empowerment, and financial inclusion.
The company's core values include integrity, innovation, and customer-centricity, guiding its efforts to provide accessible financial services to underserved communities. ChapChap actively engages in corporate social responsibility initiatives aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of low-income individuals and businesses. For more information, visit their official website at https://chapchap.co/.
Job Title
Manager, Internal Audit job at ChapChap
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Job Description
Job Title: Manager, Internal Audit
Organisation: ChapChap
Duty Station: Namugongo, Wakiso, Uganda
ChapChap Africa is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Manager, Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function in our fast-paced fintech environment. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and advisory services to the Board Audit Committee. The successful candidate will drive improvements in risk management, internal controls, governance, and regulatory compliance—especially in areas unique to fintech operations.
Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
Audit Leadership and Strategy
Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit plan aligned with organizational objectives.
Report audit findings, risk exposures, and control issues directly to the Board Audit Committee, with actionable recommendations.
Provide strategic advice to senior management on improving control environments and operational efficiency.
Risk Assessment and Internal Controls
Identify and evaluate risks, with a strong focus on fintech-related areas including digital payments, data privacy, and cybersecurity.
Assess the effectiveness of internal controls across financial, operational, and technology systems.
Lead audits of high-risk areas, fraud investigations, and compliance reviews.
Regulatory Compliance
Monitor and ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements such as NPS, AML/ KYC, and BoU guidelines.
Advise on regulatory changes and support policy updates to ensure ongoing compliance.
Audit Execution and Reporting
Oversee the execution of audits, ensuring timely, high-quality reports with clear findings and value-adding recommendations.
Utilize advanced data analytics tools to enhance audit accuracy and insight.
Track and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations.
Process Improvement and Advisory
Identify opportunities for enhancing operational effectiveness and cost-efficiency.
Partner with management to promote best practices and a strong internal control culture.
Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as the primary liaison between internal audit, management, external auditors, and regulatory bodies.
Present audit reports and updates to the Board Audit Committee and senior leadership.
Continuous Learning and Innovation
Stay current with fintech trends, auditing standards, and emerging technologies such as blockchain, AI, and digital lending.
Continuously evolve the audit function through innovation and capacity building.
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Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
Professional certifications such as CIA, CPA, CISA, or ACCA are highly preferred.
Experience
Minimum 5 years of progressive internal audit experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or managerial capacity.
Background in fintech, financial services, or technology sectors is strongly preferred.
Proven experience reporting to a Board or Audit Committee is an added advantage.
Technical Competencies
Strong knowledge of fintech systems, digital financial services, and cybersecurity controls.
Proficient in audit tools and data analytics software (e.g., ACL, Tableau, Power BI).
Soft Skills
High integrity and sound judgment.
Exceptional communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
How to Apply
If you meet the above qualifications and are ready to lead internal audit at a high level, please send your CV and a cover letter to careers@chapchap.co
Deadline: 12th June 2025.
NB: ChapChap Africa is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
