Internal Audit Officer

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WEWE, a faith-based NGO in Abuja, is hiring an experienced Internal Audit Officer to strengthen financial controls, conduct audits, investigate fraud, and support donor compliance. The role requires ICAN membership, 2–3 years audit experience, and proficiency in Excel and QuickBooks.

• Full-time role based in Abuja (FCT)
• Requires ICAN full membership and 2–3 years audit experience
• Focus on fraud investigation, donor compliance, and financial controls
• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and QuickBooks required
• Experience with USG and international donor audits is an added advantage

Original source description

Internal Audit Officer at Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) ⏲ Aug 21, 2026, 8:09 AM ⋕ View all NGO & Humanitarian / Nonprofit Organizations jobs Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) - The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (here in after referred to as “Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE)”) a local not-for-profit, faith-based Non-Governmental Organization (NGO). One of WEWE’s core ideologies is to be the most financially clean and compliant local NGO in Nigeria and Africa. We want to prove to the world that not all Nigerian NGOs are corrupt, and we want to be an example (An Ambassador) of a credible NGO in Nigeria and Africa. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Internal Audit Officer Location: Abuja (FCT) Employment Type: Full-time Job Summary The Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organisation[hereinafter referred to as “(WEWE)” a women-led, local not-for-profit Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) based in Abuja, Nigeria, is seeking the services of an experienced and results-oriented Internal Audit Officer. This position is being recruited based on merit. We do not have a pre-existing candidate and genuinely seek the best candidate to add value to the organisation. WEWE wishes to recruit a talented, God-fearing Internal Audit Officer who has a call from God to serve Widows and Orphans and who believes in working with local organizations. We are looking for someone who has integrity, recognizes Nigerians' ingenuity, and believes that the best of Nigeria can be better than the rest. Internal Audit Officer Job Descriptions S/he will assist in carrying out pre- and post-review of all financial expenditures/documents. S/he will assist in preparing reports that reflect the audit’s results and documents reviewed. S/he will assist in documenting the process and preparing the audit findings memorandum. S/he will assist in the timely investigation of all cases of fraudulent practices and missing assets. S/he will assist in performing monthly reviews and evaluations of financial records/reports and bank reconciliation statements. S/he will assist in ensuring that the inventory record is up-to-date, complete, and accurate. S/he will assist in ensuring WEWE and donor’s assets are safeguarded. S/he will assist in periodically carrying out Fraud Awareness and Prevention training for staff. S/he will assist in conducting follow-up audits to monitor management’s interventions. S/he will assist in contributing to the improvement of WEWE control processes, risk management, and governance. S/he will assist the organization in carrying out risk identification and timely reporting to the appropriate authority with improvement recommendations. S/he will perform all other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Qualifications Graduate with a Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma in Accounting or other social science-related field. Must be a full member of ICAN or equivalent. Applicants with a second-class upper (2.1) or first-class or upper credit or distinction will be an added advantage. Other related professional courses will be an added advantage. The successful candidate will be based in Abuja. Experience: Requirements: Be proficient in the use of Excel, PowerPoint, and QuickBooks accounting software. At least 2 – 3 years’ experience: in an audit firm managing similar responsibilities. Thorough understanding of program management, donor reporting requirements, and managing donor relations. Knowledge of conducting audits for projects funded by the Ford Foundation, the United States Government (USG), and other international donors is an added advantage. Must be very strong in report writing – i.e., evidence that you have assisted in audit assignments and have been writing the final audit report for their audit firm. Must have experience: in participating in statutory or audits of local NGOs. How to Apply Interested and qualified applicants should send their omprehensive curriculum vitae and cover letter in ONLY one attachment (MS Word document) explaining your suitability for the job to: auditofficer2026@weweng.org using the job title as the subject of the mail. Note DISCLAIMER:Please note that participating in this recruitment process with the Incorporated Trustees of Widows and Orphans Empowerment Organization (WEWE) does not constitute the issuance of a contract or agreement, nor does it commit WEWE to cover any costs associated with your participation in the recruitment process. The decision to recruit short-term or long-term personnel rests solely with WEWE. WEWE reserves the right to hire or not hire anyone at all from this recruitment process It is subject to a merit review process, considering factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, value for money, availability of funds, and other relevant considerations. For equity purposes, WEWE upholds equity. “WEWE’s Vision, Mission, and Ideologies” “WEWE’s organizational culture promotes the principles of safeguarding and high moral values.WEWE’s Safeguarding Policy 2022 promotes an environment where no staff, associates, volunteers, case workers, consultants, board members, or partners engage in a sexual relationship, harass, or exploit anyone under the age of 18 or a vulnerable adult, especially our beneficiaries.’’ Organization Vision:A society without vulnerable persons WEWE reserves the right to conclude this recruitment process when a suitable individual is selected. While WEWE thanks all for showing interest, only shortlisted individuals will be contacted. WEWE’s related policy statements Organization Mission:Empowering communities, vulnerable persons, and local organizations to be resilient by faith “WEWE is an equal opportunity employer, which promotes diversity and does not discriminate based on tribe, state of origin within Nigeria, religion, age, sex, race or on different physical ability”. WEWE’s Organizational Ideologies: To be better than the rest and be better than the best in all we do To beat global standards of excellence in all we do To be statutorily and financially compliant at all times. We want to strengthen the capacity of other local NGOs to equally be statutorily and financially compliant and thereby contribute to increasing the number of compliant NGOs in Nigeria and Africa. To improve the lives of vulnerable people To consistently deliver superior and ever-improving programs and services than any other local and international organization. Application Deadline: 30th September, 2026. 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