Internal Auditor at RULI HIGHER INSTITUTE OF HEALTH (RHIH) Deadline: 23 December 2025

Posted on: December 11, 2025
Category: Jobs in Rwanda  Finance & Auditing
Hiring Institution: RULI HIGHER INSTITUTE OF HEALTH (RHIH)
Deadline: 23 December 2025

RULI HIGHER INSTITUTE OF HEALTH (RHIH) is seeking a highly skilled and ethical Internal Auditor to strengthen its governance, compliance, and institutional performance frameworks. This position is ideal for experienced auditors who want to work in an educational and healthcare environment that values accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Located in Ruli Sector, Gakenke District, RHIH is a fast-growing institution committed to advancing excellence in health education and community well-being. If you are passionate about governance systems, internal controls, and performance evaluation, this opportunity is for you.

Position Overview

• Job Title: Internal Auditor
• Department: Office of the Vice Chancellor
• Reports to: Vice Chancellor & Audit Committee
• Job Level: Level 3
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Duty Station: RHIH Headquarters, Gakenke District, Northern Province

The Internal Auditor will provide independent, objective assurance and advisory services aimed at improving institutional operations. The auditor will assess the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, compliance, governance systems, financial integrity, and performance monitoring across all departments.

1. Job Summary

The Internal Auditor plays a critical role in:

• Evaluating financial and operational activities
• Strengthening internal controls
• Ensuring compliance with policies, laws, and regulatory standards
• Supporting risk management and institutional governance
• Enhancing efficiency and performance reporting
• Providing insights and recommendations that promote a culture of accountability and excellence

The role covers diverse functions including procurement, financial management, academic administration, ICT systems, research grants, student services, HR, and healthcare-related operations.

2. Key Duties & Responsibilities

A. Audit Planning and Execution

• Contribute to developing a risk-based annual audit plan tailored for a higher education and health environment.
• Identify and analyze risk areas including medical procurement, student fee revenue, HR processes, and grants management.
• Prepare audit programs outlining objectives, scope, and methodology.
• Execute fieldwork: interviews, process mapping, transaction tests, and control evaluations.
• Verify accuracy of financial and operational records, ensuring compliance with internal and external requirements.

B. Reporting and Follow-Up

• Prepare audit documentation in line with IIA Standards.
• Produce clear, comprehensive, and actionable audit reports.
• Present findings and recommendations to management and process owners.
• Monitor and follow up on management action plans to confirm timely implementation.

C. Advisory and Compliance Support

• Provide professional insight on new policies, systems, and major projects.
• Assess the effectiveness of institutional policies to ensure risk mitigation.
• Evaluate compliance with regulations from educational authorities, healthcare bodies, and data protection frameworks.
• Support ethical governance by promoting integrity and adherence to institutional codes of conduct.

D. Special Investigations and Additional Assignments

• Participate in investigations involving fraud, misconduct, or control breakdowns.
• Collaborate with external auditors to facilitate efficient audit cycles.
• Keep current with best practices in internal auditing, higher education management, and health sector compliance.

E. Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Assurance

• Assess the adequacy of RHIH’s M&E frameworks across academic and health programs.
• Validate accuracy and reliability of KPI reporting and performance data.
• Conduct value-for-money audits to evaluate efficiency and effectiveness of programs and projects.
• Assess whether programs are achieving desired outcomes and identify improvement gaps.
• Review institutional reporting systems for accuracy, timeliness, and usefulness.

3. Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Auditing
• At least 5 years’ experience in:
• Internal or external auditing
• Accounting & financial reporting
• Operational and risk-based audits
• Mandatory experience with QuickBooks
• Experience in higher education, health, or non-profit sectors is an added advantage

Highly Desirable Certifications

• CIA – Certified Internal Auditor
• CPA, ACCA, or equivalent
• Knowledge of IT auditing and data analytics tools (e.g., ACL, IDEA, Power BI)

4. Essential Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

• Advanced understanding of audit principles and IIA Standards
• Excellent command of IFRS/GAAP
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills (advanced Excel is a must)
• Good knowledge of policies, compliance frameworks, and regulations governing education and health sectors
• Proficiency with modern accounting software systems

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• High integrity and strong ethical values
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and independence
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Strong time-management and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in dynamic environments

5. Personal Attributes

• Ethical, transparent, and morally grounded
• Curious, analytical, and proactive
• Diplomatically assertive when addressing sensitive matters
• Adaptable and resilient in a continuously evolving institution

6. How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their applications on or before 23 December 2025.

👉 Click the Apply button or use the provided application link to submit your documents.

Late applications will not be considered.

 Final Thoughts

This role is ideal for a professional who values accountability, ethical leadership, and enhancement of institutional performance. Joining RHIH means contributing to high-quality training in the health sector and supporting better healthcare outcomes in Rwanda.

 

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