[Hiring] Mid-Term Financial Auditor @PACT Belize

Role Description

The objective is to conduct an independent, risk-based mid-term financial audit of the EDA-PACT Project for the period 1 October 2023 to 30 September 2026, in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA), and to express an opinion on the project financial statements prepared under the financial reporting framework adopted by PACT and applicable donor reporting requirements.

Qualifications

• At least five (5) years of professional experience in conducting financial audits of internationally funded projects, or audits of similar nature, type, and complexity, particularly donor-funded projects.
• Have adequate relevant professional and educational qualifications or be able to provide audit staff with adequate qualifications, experience, and competence.
• Demonstrated experience in auditing projects with on granting or sub-granting mechanisms.
• Desirable: Prior experience conducting technical reviews for climate finance entities, conservation trust funds, or international donors.
• Knowledge of Belize's National Protected Areas System, specifically the forest landscape.
• Familiarity with PACT's operational context and portfolio.

Requirements

• Audit the EDA-PACT Project financial statements for 1 October 2023 to 30 September 2026 in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA).
• Assess compliance with the applicable financing agreement, Adaptation Fund fiduciary requirements, approved budgets, grant agreements and PACT financial and procurement policies.
• Express an independent opinion on the project financial statements for the stated audit period, including the financial position on 30 September 2026, under the applicable financial reporting framework.
• Issue an independent auditor’s report and a management letter describing significant findings, associated risks, recommendations and management responses.

Benefits

• Duration: 25-30 days
• Budget: BZD $30,000

Application Procedures

Interested parties are asked to submit a signed letter of interest and a detailed proposal for the deliverables. The proposal should include methodology, work schedule, team composition with qualifications and relevant years of experience, and a quality control and quality assurance plan. A financial proposal shall also be submitted.

The proposal will be evaluated based on the following criteria:

• Demonstration of the ability to provide high-quality service to PACT.
• Demonstrated experience in undertaking the scope of work.
• Conformity to economy and efficiency requirements of PACT.

Application deadline is 13 November 2026.