[Hiring] Senior Director, Internal Audit @Prosper Global

Role Description

The Senior Director, Internal Audit (SDIA) provides independent, objective assurance and strategic insight to Prosper Global's leadership and the JARC. The role manages the organization's internal audit function and helps strengthen governance, risk management, compliance, and internal control systems across a complex global operating environment.

• Develops and executes a risk-based internal audit strategy that evaluates key enterprise risks.
• Identifies opportunities to strengthen accountability, improve organizational effectiveness, safeguard resources, and support mission achievement.
• Serves as a trusted advisor to leadership and the Board, providing forward-looking analysis, practical recommendations, and objective assurance regarding the effectiveness of Prosper Global's control environment.

Essential Responsibilities

• Vision and Strategy
  • Partners with stakeholders to develop and execute the IAU strategy.
  • Evaluates the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls associated with new business models and innovative funding mechanisms.
  • Ensures the IAU delivers meaningful assurance, actionable recommendations, and risk insights.
  • Develops audit reports, presentations, and communications that are clear, concise, objective, and impactful.
• Personal Development
  • Consistently strives to exceed expectations; demonstrates flexibility and resilience.
  • Maintains high ethical standards and treats people with respect and dignity.
  • Builds a culture of feedback and learning.
  • Shares information proactively and appropriately.
• Internal Audit Services
  • Documents, maintains, and periodically reviews the Internal Audit program.
  • Supports special scope audits as requested by the CECO or other Executive Staff.
  • Maintains expert knowledge of Prosper Global's policies and procedures.
  • Presents audit findings and recommendations to senior management and other stakeholders.
• Team Management
  • Fosters a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Sets clear expectations and promotes accountability.
  • Leads, supervises, mentors, and develops IAU staff.
  • Strengthens the IAU's data analytics and continuous auditing capabilities.
• Field Audits
  • Leads or oversees the execution of approximately 2 to 4 field audits annually.
  • Conducts or directs audits and special reviews identified through the annual audit plan.
• Coordination
  • Partners closely with various departments to ensure Internal Audit activities remain aligned with Prosper Global's evolving risks.
  • Coordinates with other ECD functions to facilitate information sharing.
  • Collaborates with external auditors as necessary.
• Safeguarding Responsibilities
  • Actively learns about safeguarding and integrates it into their work.
  • Encourages openness and communication in their team.

Qualifications

• A degree in Business Administration, Accounting and/or Finance and Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) credentials are required.
• At least 10 years of progressive internal audit, risk management, compliance or assurance experience.
• Significant experience leading audit functions in complex multinational organizations.
• Experience conducting audits in humanitarian, international development, non-profit or similarly regulated environments.
• Demonstrated knowledge of US government, EU, and major institutional donor compliance frameworks.
• Excellent writing and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working overseas, with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.

Accountability

• Reports directly to: Chief Ethics and Compliance Officer (CECO)
• Works directly with: Field personnel, including Country Directors, Regional Operations Directors, and finance team members.
• Governance access: Direct and independent access to the Chair of the JARC.

Living Conditions / Environmental Conditions

The location of the position is flexible within continental Europe where Prosper Global is registered and able to employ staff. The position will entail up to 40% travel to field locations, including program locations that may include insecure or harsh environments.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Prosper Global is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.

Safeguarding and Ethics

Prosper Global is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work are treated with respect and dignity. We will not tolerate child abuse, sexual exploitation, abuse, or harassment by or of our team members.