Terms Of Reference For External Audit Of Refuge Project
Community Organisation for Poverty Alleviation in Zimbabwe (COPAZ) is seeking an independent external auditor for the REFUGE project, officially titled Creation of Sustainable Livelihoods and Durable…
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Community Organisation for Poverty Alleviation in Zimbabwe (COPAZ) is seeking an independent external auditor for the REFUGE project, officially titled Creation of Sustainable Livelihoods and Durable Solutions for Young Refugees and Host Communities in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) via Terre des Hommes Deutschland e.V. (tdh) and implemented alongside CARITAS, this project carries a budget of 1,339,653.00 Euros. The chosen professional…
Job Description
Community Organisation for Poverty Alleviation in Zimbabwe (COPAZ) is seeking an independent external auditor for the REFUGE project, officially titled Creation of Sustainable Livelihoods and Durable Solutions for Young Refugees and Host Communities in Zambia and Zimbabwe. Funded by the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) via Terre des Hommes Deutschland e.V. (tdh) and implemented alongside CARITAS, this project carries a budget of 1,339,653.00 Euros.
The chosen professional or audit firm will examine the project financial statements, review internal controls, and assess financial management for the calendar year running from January 1, 2026, through December 31, 2026. Key tasks involve auditing books of account, verifying receipts and expenditures against the financing plan, reviewing automated and manual records, and delivering a formal audit report, Management Letter, and auditor's certificate within set early-2027 deadlines.
This role suits an independent auditor or audit firm with proven experience applying International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and handling international donor-funded projects. The selected auditor must maintain strict independence from project management, tdh, COPAZ, and CARITAS, and possess the necessary technical expertise and professional staff to complete the review thoroughly.
Responsibilities
- Audit the project financial statements for the period covering January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026
- Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of project financial management and internal control systems
- Examine books of account, vouchers, bank statements, procurement documents, payroll records, and other relevant documentation
- Verify whether project funds and counterpart contributions were used in accordance with approved budgets and financing agreements
- Prepare and submit the final signed audit report, auditor's certificate, and Receipts and Payments Statement
- Deliver a comprehensive Management Letter detailing internal control weaknesses, associated risks, and practical recommendations
- Present the annual audit report and discuss findings with management across tdh Country Office, Regional Office, Head Office, and the REFUGE project
Requirements
- Complete independence from project management, tdh, COPAZ, CARITAS, and associated partners
- Demonstrated experience in applying International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and relevant international auditing standards
- Adequate professional staff with appropriate qualifications and technical expertise to conduct the audit
- Demonstrated experience auditing projects funded by international donors
Qualifications
- Experience in auditing financial statements prepared according to public-sector or donor-specific accounting requirements
- Curriculum Vitae for the principal or partner signing the audit opinion, audit partners, audit managers, supervisors, and key personnel
Core Skills
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What is the location and remote status for this role?
The posting specifies the location as Harare, but it does not state whether the position is remote, hybrid, or on-site.
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What timeframe does the audit cover?
The audit covers the calendar year 2026, specifically from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026.
How can I apply for this opportunity?
Proposals should be submitted to Finance Manager Fungai Ndedzu via email at financemanager@copaz.co.zw, delivered to 183 First Avenue, Chipinge, Zimbabwe, or via phone at +263 77 252 1347.
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