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Senior Manager, Corporate Audit job at GiveDirectly | Apply Now
Kampala, Uganda
GiveDirectly is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to providing unconditional cash transfers to individuals living in extreme poverty, empowering recipients to make decisions that best improve their lives. With a reputation for transparency and impact, GiveDirectly has gained global recognition for its innovative approach to philanthropy, which cuts out the traditional overhead and intermediaries.
The organization fosters a work culture that values collaboration, integrity, and impact, offering employees opportunities to contribute to meaningful social change while growing professionally. It offers flexible work arrangements and a range of positions across various global locations, making it an attractive employer for those passionate about social justice.
Founded in 2009, GiveDirectly has evolved by leveraging technology to facilitate direct donations and ensure efficiency, becoming one of the most trusted organizations in the cash transfer space. Its business model is rooted in evidence-based solutions, utilizing data and innovation to optimize the effectiveness of cash transfers in alleviating poverty. With operations in multiple countries across Africa and Asia, GiveDirectly continues to expand its reach, distributing millions of dollars directly to impoverished communities.
Core values of empowerment, dignity, and accountability guide their work, while their commitment to social responsibility is reflected in their dedication to improving the lives of the poor, promoting financial inclusion, and driving systemic change. For more information, visit www.givedirectly.org.
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Senior Manager, Corporate Audit job at GiveDirectly
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Job Title: Senior Manager, Corporate Audit
Organisation: GiveDirectly
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
Job Summary: The Corporate Audit Manager will establish and lead GiveDirectly’s new Corporate Audit function, expanding the scope of Internal Audit beyond program and field audits to include organization-wide governance, controls, and compliance systems.
This role will serve as a trusted, independent assurance partner, providing objective insight into how effectively GiveDirectly’s core processes and controls function across operations, finance, legal, compliance, and technology.
Working closely with the Director of Internal Audit, as well as the Legal & Compliance team, this role will build and execute a risk-based audit plan designed to strengthen GiveDirectly’s internal control environment and governance maturity.
The Corporate Audit Manager will not only assess controls but also help leadership understand why gaps exist and how systems can be improved – reinforcing a culture of learning, accountability, and continuous improvement.
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How to Apply
Build and Execute GiveDirectly’s Corporate Audit Program
Lead the design and implementation of a risk-based corporate audit plan, aligned with organizational priorities and the enterprise risk framework.
Expand IA’s scope beyond field audits to include financial, operational, compliance, and governance reviews.
Coordinate with the Senior Manager, Legal, Risk & Compliance to ensure risk data and control libraries inform audit planning.
Conduct independent reviews of the design and effectiveness of internal controls across departments (Finance, HR, Legal, Operations, IT, Procurement, etc.).
Manage end-to-end audits: scoping, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.
Provide Assurance and Insight
Assess whether systems and processes are operating effectively and efficiently, in compliance with internal policy and external requirements.
Identify control weaknesses, inefficiencies, and risks – and recommend actionable solutions.
Partner with management to track remediation plans, ensuring audit findings are resolved and controls strengthened.
Present concise, high-impact audit reports and recommendations to the Director of IA.
Strengthen Governance and Control Systems
Partner with GLC and Finance to review organizational policies, processes, and control design.
Provide independent assurance on critical areas such as:
Procurement and contract management
Data privacy and security
Financial management and reporting
Regulatory and donor compliance
Fraud prevention and ethics controls
Identify opportunities to simplify and strengthen controls without creating bureaucracy.
Promote a Culture of Accountability and Learning
Work collaboratively with departments to demystify audit – positioning it as a partner in improvement, not a punitive function.
Support the development of audit readiness and control awareness across teams.
Contribute to IA’s learning agenda by sharing insights, trends, and systemic lessons.
Conduct investigations
Where necessary work with the IA team to undertake investigations when systems, processes or controls are found to have been violated
Present findings of these investigations to Senior Leadership
What you’ll bring:
Exceptional alignment with GiveDirectly Values and active demonstration of our core competencies: emotional intelligence, problem solving, project management, follow-through, and fostering inclusivity. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from candidates who have personal or professional experience in the low-income and/or historically marginalized communities that we serve.
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Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or certification (e.g., CPA, CIA, CISA, ACCA) strongly preferred.
4-5 years of experience in internal audit, risk, compliance, or assurance — ideally within international NGOs, development organizations, or global enterprises.
Proven experience designing or executing risk-based audits and evaluating internal controls across multiple functions.
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of internal audit frameworks (e.g., COSO, IIA Standards).
Working knowledge of governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) concepts and tools.
Ability to assess both process and system controls, and to translate findings into practical recommendations.
Skilled in data analysis, risk assessment, and audit report writing.
Language: English (required); French or Portuguese preferred.
Leadership and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent communication and relationship management skills; able to collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership.
Strong project management and organizational skills; capable of managing multiple audits concurrently.
Ability to coach and mentor junior auditors or cross-functional colleagues involved in audit activities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working in donor-funded or regulated environments (e.g., USAID, FCDO, UN, or EU-funded programs).
Prior experience implementing or optimizing internal audit software or tools.
Understanding of fraud detection methodologies and data analytics in audit contexts.
Desirable Qualifications:
Certified fraud or investigations credentials, e.g. ACFE
