Job title: Internal Auditor at Light-for-the-World (f/m/d)
Department: Governance and Compliance
Place of work: Vienna, Hybrid
Duration:Full time (38h); permanent
Salary:from 50.000€
Reports to: Head of Governance & Compliance
LIGHT FOR THE WORLD is an independent international non-profit organization that advocates for visually impaired, blind, and other disabled people in the poorest regions of the world. As an internationally recognized NGO, we are committed to providing medical care, improving quality of life, and promoting the realization of human rights for people with disabilities. But we also enrich the day of our employees and supporters: Our work makes sense!
About the Role:
Light-for-the-World is seeking an Internal Auditor to ensure transparency, accountability, and operational efficiency within the organization. This role ensures cost-effective protection of Light-for-the-World assets and involves conducting independent evaluations of financial and operational activities, ensuring compliance with legal and donor requirements, and improving internal controls. The Internal Auditor will play a critical role in safeguarding resources and supporting the organization’s mission.
Your tasks
1. Audit Planning and Execution
- Develop and implement annual internal audit plans.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify key operational areas for auditing.
- Perform financial, operational, and compliance audits aligned with organizational policies and donor requirements.
- Assess internal controls and recommend improvements.
2. Financial Audits
- Review financial statements, accounting records, and processes for accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure efficient utilization of donor funds in line with agreements.
3. Operational Audits
- Evaluate the effectiveness of operational processes.
- Ensure resources align with organizational goals.
- Propose process enhancements for better program delivery.
4. Compliance Audits
- Verify adherence to legal, regulatory, and donor-specific requirements.
- Ensure compliance with grant terms, local laws, and other standards.
5. Reporting
- Prepare comprehensive audit reports detailing findings, risks, and recommendations.
- Present findings to senior management and the audit committee.
- Monitor the implementation of corrective actions.
6. Risk Management
- Identify organizational risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Collaborate with management to design effective internal controls.
7. Fraud Detection and Prevention
- Investigate potential fraud or fund misappropriation.
- Develop anti-fraud programs and promote ethical practices among staff.
8. Training and Capacity Building
- Train staff on internal controls, compliance, and financial best practices.
- Foster a culture of accountability within the organization.
Your profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields (Master’s degree or certifications like CPA/ACCA are a plus).
- Experience:
- 3–5 years of experience in internal auditing (preferably in the NGO sector).
- Skills & Knowledge:
- Strong understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management, and audit methodologies.
- Familiarity with donor compliance requirements (e.g., USAID, EU, UN).
- Proficiency in financial management software and audit tools.
- Attributes:
- Excellent analytical skills with attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Comfort around higher management
- High ethical standards with integrity.
- Ability to work independently while managing time effectively.
- Willingness to travel to field offices in sub-Saharan Africa.
Our offer
- You join a highly motivated team, appreciating your experience and eager to jointly shape Light for the World’s monitoring and steering mechanisms.
- We are offering an outstanding opportunity to bring about change through an international development organization with strong expertise and a growing profile.
- We are committed to giving our colleagues space to explore new directions, test new ideas and to excel as individuals through and with their team.
- We emphasize a good work-life-balance, have flexible working hours and Home-Office opportunity.
- We are a professional team that strives towards continuous development. We believe in participatory leadership and expect you to contribute your expertise and ideas. We believe that learning from mistakes is an important way of developing and put emphasis on our culture of learning.
How to Apply:
We are looking forward to receiving your online application. A complete CV and a letter of motivation are important parts of this. Please also refer to the salary information and let us know why you would like to join our team and why you consider yourself suitable. We look forward to hearing from you!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion in our organization. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation or gender identity, and we very much welcome applications from people with disabilities.
For any questions related to accessibility and inclusion at Light for the World, please do not hesitate to contact us at recruitment@light-for-the-world.org.
