Job description:

Senior Audit agent / adjunct Director (Procurement & Contracts Audit Department)

Agency: Auditor-General's Office

Job no.: 533602

Work type: Contract, Permanent, Permanent/Contract

Job location: Singapore

Categories:Accounting, Audit, Finance, Building and Estate Management, Engineering

The Auditor-General's Office (AGO) is an independent organ of state and the national auditor. Our mission is to audit and report to the President and Parliament on the proper accounting and use of public resources to enhance public accountcapability. AGO conducts various audits and our observations include system weaknesses, non-compliance with control procedures or legislation, and instances of excess, extravagance, or gross inefficiency leading to waste in the use of public funds and resources. We are seeking for candidates who possess good leadership abilities qualities, strong drive for achievements, excellent analytical abilities, communication and interpersonal expertise.

Responsibilities

You will be part of the AGO Procurement & Contracts Audit Department and will assist the Group Director and Audit Director in carrying out audits of procurement, including development/construction projects, by the government ministries, statutory boards and other public entities to ascertain whether procurement was carried out in conformity with the principles, significant rules and guidelines. Your responsibilities will include performing risk assessment, developing detailed audit plans and executing the audits. If you are assigned managery tasks, you will also be involved in guiding the team(s) in carrying out the audits. You will review and monitor work progress to ensure timely completion of the audit and issue of management letters on audit findings.

Requirements

a) Singaporean Citizen

b) Degree in Engineering or Quantity Surveying or Project and Facilities Management

c) Minimum 3 years of significant practice in procurement, and/or contracts management/project management involving development/construction projects

d) Possess good knowledge and knowledge of government procurement policies, rules, guidelines, process and procedures

e) Familiarity with GeBIZ is preferred

f) Possess good analytical and interpersonal expertise

g) Possess strong verbal and written communication expertise

Remuneration and position offered will depend on the candidate's qualifications and practice.

We welcome practiced mid-career professionals who want to make a difference to both your career and the Public Sector to join us in enhancing the public accountcapability of the Nation.

Serving Public agents

Serving public service agents with the significant practice or a keen interest may apply to join AGO.

Candidates need to demonstrate proficiency in English through the provision of supporting documents such as GCE 'O'/'A' level results, or other significant supporting documents.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Advertised: 16 Jul 2019

Applications close: 14 Aug 2019

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