Director, Internal Audit (Full-Time)

Organization: University of Cape Coast
Department: Directorate of Internal Audit (DIA)
Location: Cape Coast
Application Deadline: 22 April 2026

Company Profile

The University of Cape Coast is a premier public institution in Ghana, recognized for excellence in teaching, research, and institutional governance. The University maintains strong internal systems to ensure accountability, transparency, and efficient resource management.

Job Summary

The University invites applications from experienced and highly qualified professionals for the position of Director, Internal Audit. The successful candidate will lead the internal audit function, strengthen internal controls, and provide independent assurance on governance, risk management, and compliance processes.

Key Responsibilities

The Director of Internal Audit will:

• Review and evaluate the adequacy, effectiveness, and application of accounting, financial, and operational controls
• Assess compliance with established policies, plans, and procedures and evaluate performance standards across departments
• Ensure that all University assets are properly accounted for and safeguarded against loss
• Verify the accuracy and reliability of financial and operational data
• Provide independent assurance to the Vice-Chancellor and the University Council on the effectiveness of internal control systems
• Evaluate policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and eliminate waste
• Ensure that accurate and reliable records support sound decision-making
• Identify control weaknesses, duplication of functions, and resource inefficiencies, and recommend practical solutions
• Conduct special audits and system reviews to address identified risks and weaknesses

Qualification Required & Experience

Applicants must:

• Hold a postgraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or Audit
• Be a member in good standing of a recognized professional accounting body (e.g., ICA, ACCA, CIMA)
• Have at least ten (10) years of post-qualification experience as a professional accountant, including significant experience in internal auditing and controls
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of university systems and administrative structures

Tenure of Office

This is a full-time position with an initial term of three (3) years, renewable for one additional term of three (3) years, subject to statutory retirement regulations.

Conditions of Service

The University offers a competitive salary and an attractive package of fringe benefits.

How to Apply

Click the “APPLY FOR THIS JOB” button below to submit your application.

Alternatively, interested applicants should submit:

• A formal application letter
• A comprehensive Curriculum Vitae
• Relevant supporting documents
• A three-page vision statement

Applicants should submit ten (10) copies of the complete application package to:

The Registrar
University of Cape Coast
Cape Coast, Ghana

Applicants must also request three (3) referees to submit confidential reports directly to the address above.