Job Summary
The purpose of this job is to provide assurance on the governance, risk, and controls regarding the operational Departments of the Authority and to facilitate improvement of the organisation’s processes and operations in fulfilling its regulatory mandate of the Oil and Gas Sector.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the development of policies and frameworks such as the Internal Audit Manual and the Internal Audit Charter.
• Participate in all audit engagements related to the support (non-technical) Departments of the Authority in line with the Annual Internal Audit Plan.
• Support the assessment of risks embedded in all functions across the support Directorates of the Authority and recommend controls to mitigate them.
• Draft Audit Reports with evidence-based conclusions while recommending feasible actions to address identified issues.
• Support the review of adequacy and effectiveness of IT controls, hardware and software tools utilised throughout the Authority.
• Examine the accuracy, completeness and validity of financial records and documentation while establishing compliance to applicable laws, regulations and standards.
• Partake in appropriate follow-up on engagement findings and recommendations to establish progress on the implementation of the action plans.
• Undertake any other assignments as may be directed from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Basic Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree (Hons) in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Commerce, Business Administration, IT, Computer Science or Software Engineering obtained from an internationally recognised University.
• A professional qualification in Accounting (ACCA/CPA) OR Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)

Experience

• Three (3) years of relevant working experience in audit and assurance in a reputable organisation.

Character & Competencies

1. Analytical skills.
2. Innovative.
3. High level of integrity.
4. Communication and report writing skills.
5. Interpersonal skills.
6. Stakeholder Management skills.
7. Problem-solving skills.
8. Organisational skills.
9. Customer Care skills.
10. Time Management skills.
11. Ability to multitask and work under pressure with minimum supervision.

HOW TO APPLY
The PAU will ONLY consider online applications submitted through its website. Interested persons who fully meet the required job specifications and with the right personal attributes for the above positions are invited to visit the PAU website: www.pau.go.ug and go to the link “OPPORTUNITIES-CAREERS-VACANCIES” to view details and apply for the available opportunities.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
All applications should reach the PAU’s website www.pau.go.ug by 12th April 2026 at 11:59 pm.

NOTE:

1.  ONLY online applications will be considered. Applications submitted by e-mail or hand delivered will not be accepted.
2. Applicants are required to scan and attach only CERTIFIED copies of ALL the basic qualifications like Degree Certificates and Transcripts, Diploma Certificates and Transcripts, A-level and O-level Certificates.
3. Academic documents for the successful candidates will be vetted, and background checks conducted before they are considered for appointment into the Authority.
4. Only short-listed and successful candidates will be contacted, and any form of lobbying will lead to automatic disqualification.
5. All appointments shall be subject to a probationary period of not more than six months and subsequent confirmation in service will be based on satisfactory performance of the individual.
6. Please forward any enquires regarding this advert to recruitment@pau.go.ug or call
   telephone number +256 313231600.
7. “PAU is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge any money to any
   applicant for employment in its Service”

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