Director – Audit and Risk

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

LUKANGA WATER SUPPLY AND SANITATION COMPANY LIMITED (LgWSC)

Lukanga Water Supply and Sanitation Company Limited (LgWSC) is a Commercial Utility Company providing Water Supply and Sanitation Services in Central Province. The Company invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced, and self-motivated Zambian Nationals to fill the following vacant positions.

DIRECTOR – AUDIT AND RISK

The Director Audit and Risk reports to the Managing Director – Functionally to the Audit and Risk Committee and will be employed on a three (3) year contract subject to renewal. He/She will be based at LgWSC head office in Kabwe.

A. JOB PURPOSE

The Director will be responsible for providing independent and objective assurance, audit, risk management and governance advisory services to the Board and Management in order to enhance the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes, and ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and donor requirements for sustainable operations of the company.

B. MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

i. Developing and implementing a risk-based Annual Audit Plan which is aligned with LgWSC strategic objectives. Planning, leading and executing operational, financial, compliance, IT systems and performance audits and providing advisory services to management on internal controls, risk management and best practices in governance.

ii. Reviewing and ensuring the adequacy of internal controls in all Directorates and service centres as well as producing timely Internal Audit Reports with practical recommendations and follow-up on implementation.

iii. Coordinating with External Auditors, NWASCO Inspectors, Auditor General and Donor auditors, overseeing and mentor audit to ensure quality delivery and professional development.

iv. Develop, implement and maintain the Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) Framework and Risk Register and facilitating quarterly risk assessments with Directorates and update Board Risk Profile.

v. Monitor key risks: commercial, operational, financial, climate, health & safety, and strategic risks.

vi. Provide risk advisory on new projects, policies and business continuity. Oversee and mentor risk staff to ensure quality delivery and professional development.

vii. Facilitate training of Risk Champions, Focal Point Persons, Management and the Board.

C. GOVERNANCE