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Internal Audit Director

Ethiopian Investment Holdings

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Finance

Accounting

Addis Ababa

8 years

1 Position

2025-10-30

to

2025-11-09

Required Skills

internal auditing

Fields of study

Business Administration

Accounting & Control

Accounting & Finance

Full Time

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Job Description

Position Title:    Internal Audit Director 

Location:             Addis Ababa

Reports To:         Board of Directors

Employment:    Permanent

Ethiopian Investment Holdings is Africa's largest sovereign wealth fund, dedicated to advancing national development through the strategic management of public assets. We enable high-impact investments and cultivate transformative partnerships that drive sustainable economic growth. As a catalyst for Ethiopia’s long-term prosperity, EIH is committed to delivering value, transparency, and innovation across all sectors of the economy.

Therefore, Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) invites applications from qualified and competent candidates who meet the following criteria.

Main Duties and Responsibilities 

  • Monitor the effectiveness of internal controls and suggest improvements to strengthen organizational risk management.

  • Develop and implement strategic and annual risk-based internal audit plans.

  • Manage and mentor the internal audit team.

  • Lead and oversee all audit engagements to ensure quality and compliance.

  • Communicate audit findings and recommendations to management and the Board of Directors, and ensure corrective actions are completed.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, including the Board, management, department heads, internal audit teams in subsidiaries, and external auditors.

  • Provide advice and consulting services to management and the board.

  • Continuously assess and improve the internal audit processes and practices.

Job Requirements

Qualification Requirement

Education and Experience

  • Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field. Professional certifications such as Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), as well as membership in the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) are considered a plus.

  • 8 years of relevant experience in finance, internal or external auditing, risk management, compliance and financial controls.

Competencies Required

  • Deep knowledge of auditing standards, risk assessment, data analytics, and understanding of core business processes.

  • Strong skills in effective communication, strategic thinking, and influencing stakeholders at all levels.

  • Upholding the highest ethical standards, maintaining independence, and applying professionalism to ensure unbiased evaluations.

How To Apply

Candidates who meet the above qualifications; please send your CV and application letter through 

E-mail: talent@eih.et before midnight of November 8,2025. 

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. 

Fields Of Study

Business Administration

Accounting & Control

Accounting & Finance

Skills Required

internal auditing

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