Vice President, Internal Audit

The Vice President, Internal Audit will lead the internal audit function, providing strategic direction and hands-on leadership to ensure that internal controls, governance processes, and risk management systems are robust, effective, and aligned with international best practices.
The role is critical in promoting a culture of integrity, operational efficiency, and accountability. The successful candidate will be a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board Audit Committee, delivering independent insights that strengthen business resilience and enterprise value.

Key Responsibilities

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Develop and lead the execution of a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan.
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Provide the Board Audit Committee and senior management with actionable insights and assurance on key operational, financial, and technological risks.
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Lead a capable internal audit team in conducting high-impact, data-driven audits across the business.
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Ensure timely follow-up on audit findings and partner with business leaders to drive improvements.
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Collaborate with external auditors and regulators, ensuring alignment and transparency in audit activities.
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Leverage technology, data analytics, and automation to evolve the audit function into a forward-looking, value-added business partner.
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Serve as principal liaison to the NCC, FIRS, EFCC, NFIU, external auditors, and compliance-related regulatory bodies.
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Report quarterly to the Board Audit Committee on key findings, emerging risks, and mitigation strategies.
Required Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or Master’s degree is an advantage.
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Professional audit certifications such as CIA, ACA, ACCA, or CISA are mandatory.
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At least 15 years of progressive internal audit and/or risk experience, with 5+ years in a senior or executive role.
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Experience in telecoms, financial services, or other regulated industries is strongly preferred.
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Demonstrated expertise in governance frameworks, fraud risk management, and enterprise-level control environments.
Leadership Attributes
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Strategic thinker with the ability to translate complex risk environments into clear business actions.
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Independent, courageous, and principled—able to provide objective advice and challenge constructively.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence board-level and executive stakeholders.
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Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage talent, and drive functional transformation.
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Results-driven with a passion for continuous improvement and operational excellence.