Role overview
What you'll be stepping into
Old Mutual is a financial services group operating across various markets and business sectors. In Uganda, its operations include investments, property, short-term insurance, and long-term insurance.
The organisation is seeking a qualified and experienced professional to fill the position of IT Senior Internal Auditor to strengthen technology risk management, internal controls, governance, and audit assurance across its business operations.
The IT Senior Internal Auditor will support the Group Head of Audit in protecting the organisation's assets, reputation, and long-term sustainability. The successful candidate will conduct risk-based IT audits, assess technology-related risks and controls, and provide independent assurance to management and relevant governance committees.
The role will cover Old Mutual Uganda's business operations, with additional audit support for other East African group entities when required.
Key Responsibilities
The IT Senior Internal Auditor will:
Contribute to the development and continuous review of the internal audit plan to ensure alignment with business objectives and emerging risks.
Lead and conduct IT audits across Old Mutual Uganda and other assigned East African entities.
Assess technology risks and evaluate the effectiveness of IT governance, risk management, and internal control systems.
Provide independent assurance on existing and emerging technology risks affecting business operations.
Deliver IT audit and advisory assignments on time and in accordance with the Group Internal Audit methodology.
Present audit assurance and findings to relevant Audit and Risk Committees.
Contribute to the preparation of Board papers and reports highlighting significant audit findings.
Develop a strong understanding of business operations, industry developments, and organisational risk profiles.
Provide independent opinions on risk and control environments across business units and processes.
Support financial and operational audit teams with IT expertise and risk-based analysis.
Engage process owners to agree on audit objectives, deliverables, and timelines.
Challenge and influence senior executives to strengthen IT governance, risk management, and control practices.
Explain Group Internal Audit expectations to relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to staff development, coaching, and on-the-job learning initiatives.
Qualifications and Experience
Applicants should have:
A bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Data Science, or a related discipline.
At least seven years of IT audit experience within an internal audit and/or external audit function.
Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CRISC, CGEIT, CEH, CIA, CPA, or other relevant qualifications are an added advantage.
Experience in the financial services industry is desirable.
Proficiency in data analytics tools and knowledge of continuous auditing techniques.
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including professional audit report writing.
Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
Effective relationship management and interpersonal skills.
The ability to engage senior management across different business functions.
Strong influencing, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
A commitment to delivering high-quality audit services and practical business value.
Confidence, self-motivation, and a high standard of professional performance.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision while maintaining high-quality standards.
Core Competencies
Old Mutual highlights the following competencies for this role:
Decision Quality
Directs Work
Drives Results
Ensures Accountability
Manages Complexity
Persuades
Plans and Aligns
How to apply