Director, Internal Audit

CHAI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to providing an environment of fairness, and mutual respect where all applicants have access to equal employment opportunities. CHAI values diversity and inclusion, and recognizes that our mission is best advanced by the leadership and contributions of people with diverse experience, backgrounds, and culture. Position Overview CHAI is seeking a Director of Internal Audit to lead the internal audit function and proactively identify organizational risks, strengthen internal controls, and safeguard CHAI’s resources and reputation across 35+ country programs. The Director will build a high‑performing team that ensures the organization can deliver on its mission with integrity and accountability to donors, partners, and the Board. This role reports to the Chief Financial Officer administratively and to the Board Audit Committee functionally. Audit Strategy & Planning Develop and execute a risk‑based annual audit plan that prioritizes coverage across CHAI’s 35+ country programs, global functions, and key risk areas with a goal of mitigating potential risks. Present the annual audit plan to the Audit Committee for approval and meet quarterly with the Committee. Continuously assess the risk landscape and control environment and adapt audit priorities accordingly, applying strategic approaches where Internal Audit intersects with program and operational activities. Audit Execution & Quality Ensure audits meet internal audit professional standards and result in actionable, consistent, and practical recommendations. Maintain high standards of audit documentation and quality assurance. Partnership & Advisory Serve as a thought partner to program and operations leaders on strengthening internal controls. Collect and disseminate data and trends generated from audits to support and improve Compliance, Investigations, Ethics, Legal, Finance, HR and other functions. Provide proactive guidance on risk mitigation for new initiatives, systems, and processes. Build trust and credibility across the organization by approaching audit engagements collaboratively. Partner collaboratively with Compliance, Legal, Ethics, Investigations, Finance, and others to ensure findings are consistent with CHAI policies and procedures, inform future audit efforts, and create recommended remediation plans. Support country teams in developing effective Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) to address control weaknesses, ensuring recommendations are practical and actionable. Team Leadership & Development Build, manage, and develop a high‑performing team of 5 auditors. Foster a culture of integrity, continuous learning, and professional growth. Recruit and retain top talent, provide coaching, feedback, and career development support. Reporting & Board Engagement Prepare clear, concise audit reports for management and the Audit Committee. Present findings, trends, and systemic issues to the Board Audit Committee. Escalate significant risks appropriately and in a timely manner. Remediation Tracking Monitor and report on management’s implementation of audit recommendations. Hold leadership accountable for timely remediation of control gaps. Track and report on open audit findings and remediation progress. Work directly with country teams to develop and refine Corrective Action Plans (CAPs), providing hands‑on support to strengthen controls and close audit findings. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field. 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, external audit, or risk/controls. 5+ years in a leadership role managing audit teams. Experience working in an international NGO, international development, or nonprofit organization. Experience generating usable data to improve operations organization‑wide. Experience with complex, multi‑country operations across diverse regulatory and operating environments. Experience at organizations that rely on restricted project grants and donor funding. Experience presenting to and engaging with Board‑level Audit Committees. Strong understanding of internal audit professional standards and best practices. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Practical, collaborative leadership style; able to build trust and serve as a strategic thought partner to leaders. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree (MBA, MPA, or related) or relevant Professional certification. French language proficiency (nice to have). What You’ll Find at CHAI Mission‑driven work: the chance to protect and strengthen an organization that is saving lives and improving health outcomes across 35+ countries. Strategic impact: Internal Audit is a priority for CHAI leadership. This is an opportunity to revitalize the function within CHAI’s existing organizational structure. Global scope: exposure to diverse operating environments, health systems, and cultures. Leadership visibility: regular engagement with the CFO, executive leadership, and Board Audit Committee. Collaborative culture: an organization that values Internal Audit as a partner, not just an oversight function. #J-18808-Ljbffr