Full job descriptionProgramme Officer (Compliance, Assurance and Audit Readiness) (Temp)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Programme Officer, to join a leading organisation based in Belfast.
This is a Full-Time, Temporary Position initially for 12 months - with an immediate start.
Working hours: 37 hour per week (flexible working hours).
With a salary of £37,694 - £38,990 pa. (dependent on experience).
Job Role:
You will be responsible for carrying out internal compliance reviews, systems testing, process assurance exercises and audit-readiness activity to ensure that the Managing Authority, Implementing Bodies and Programme systems are fully prepared for audits and other external assurance exercises.
Essential Criteria:
*A third-level qualification in any relevant discipline AND a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in one or more of the following areas: Internal audit, Compliance monitoring, Assurance reviews, Governance and risk management, Programme management, Grant management, financial control, public sector audit or inspection and Regulatory compliance OR a minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience in the above areas without a degree qualification.
*Excellent communication skills both written and verbal – with the ability to communicate with stakeholders at all levels.
*Ability to work on your own initiative as well as part of a team.
Demonstrable experience of:
*Experience of reviewing systems, processes or operational activities to assess compliance with policies, regulations or procedures.
*Experience of preparing documentation and evidence for internal or external audits, reviews or inspections.
*Experience of analysing information and preparing reports containing findings, conclusions and recommendations.
*Experience of working effectively with colleagues and stakeholders to improve compliance and performance.
*Experience of identifying risks and contributing to the development of mitigating actions.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
*Conduct structured compliance reviews across Managing Authority functions and Programme delivery arrangements.
*Undertake periodic testing of operational controls, management checks and verification procedures.
*Review the effectiveness of programme systems and processes and identify areas requiring improvement.
*Examine programme files, documentation and records to ensure completeness, accuracy and auditability.
*Assess compliance with Programme rules, Programme Manuals, guidance documents and internal procedures.
*Conduct sample testing of claims, project files, procurement documentation and monitoring records.
*Review the implementation of recommendations arising from previous audits and inspections.
*Prepare assurance reports identifying findings, recommendations and areas of good practice.
*Develop and maintain an annual audit-readiness programme.
*Coordinate preparation exercises in advance of Audit Authority, Group of Auditors and other formal audits.
*Undertake mock audit reviews to assess organisational readiness.
*Ensure appropriate audit trails are maintained across Programme activities.
*Support the collation of evidence, documentation and management responses for external audits.
*Track audit findings and monitor implementation of corrective actions.
*Maintain a central register of audit recommendations and management actions.
*Review operational processes to ensure compliance, consistency and efficiency.