ABOUT THE ELECTRICITY REGULATORY AUTHORITY (ERA)

JOB DETAILS

JOB PURPOSE

1. Providing assurance on the effectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control processes.
2. Supporting improvement in operational efficiency, economy, and effectiveness through analysis of systems, processes, and organizational data.
3. Offering independent professional advice to Management and the Authority whenever required.
4. Ensuring compliance with the Electricity Act, the Public Finance Management Act 2015, and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies, and standards.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Lead the development of the Internal Audit strategy and annual risk-based work plans for approval by the Board while monitoring implementation in line with ERA objectives and professional standards.
2. Guide the development and implementation of the Internal Audit Charter, policies, and procedures manual for approval by the Authority.
3. Review governance systems, accountability structures, and financial transparency mechanisms to ensure proper utilization of Authority resources.
4. Coordinate risk-based audits, systems audits, and value-for-money audits aimed at strengthening internal controls.
5. Provide assurance that institutional policies, procedures, and sound business practices are consistently observed across the Authority.
6. Assess the adequacy, reliability, and relevance of information used by Management in decision-making processes.
7. Oversee reviews of financial management systems, budgetary performance, accountability structures, and transparency mechanisms.
8. Provide reasonable assurance through the Audit Committee regarding the effectiveness of governance, control, and risk management processes within the organization.
9. Evaluate the reliability and integrity of financial information together with the methods used for identifying, measuring, classifying, presenting, and reporting such information.
10. Review operational programmes to determine whether results achieved align with established goals, objectives, and targets.
11. Monitor implementation of corrective actions arising from audit findings and assess measures taken to address identified gaps.
12. Prepare and present quarterly audit reports to Senior Management and the Board Audit Committee while highlighting areas requiring urgent attention.
13. Coordinate the development, implementation, monitoring, and review of the Authority’s risk management framework to ensure effective mitigation of risks.
14. Oversee staff performance management and capacity development within the Audit Directorate in accordance with the Human Resource Policy.
15. Conduct special investigations and assignments, including fraud-related inquiries where necessary.
16. Perform any other duties related to the position as may be assigned by the Chief Executive Officer or the Audit and Risk Committee.

EDUCATION, TRAINING & EXPERIENCE

• Accounting
• Commerce
• Engineering
• Finance
• Business Administration with specialization in Accounting

• Accounting
• Commerce
• Engineering
• Finance
• Business Administration with specialization in Accounting

• Full membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU)
• Certification as a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Risk Professional qualification from a recognized national or international certification body

ADDITIONAL SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

1. Demonstrate high ethical standards and integrity.
2. Possess strong leadership capabilities and the ability to build high-performing audit and risk teams.
3. Maintain strict confidentiality and professional discretion.
4. Have excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
5. Demonstrate strong understanding of the regulatory environment and ERA operations.
6. Possess extensive knowledge of organizational risk management practices.
7. Show commitment to quality assurance, advisory services, and continuous improvement initiatives.
8. Promote good governance, effective risk management, and internal control enhancement throughout the organization.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

APPLICATION DEADLINE

IMPORTANT NOTICE

• Applicants who do not meet the minimum stated requirements should not apply.
• Members of the Electricity Regulatory Authority Board and ERA staff are not eligible to act as referees.
• Any form of canvassing or influence peddling will result in automatic disqualification.
• ERA is an equal opportunity employer.