Job Title: Internal Audit Lead
Organisation: East African Crude Oil Pipeline
Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda
About Organisation:
East African Crude Oil Pipeline co (EACOP) is in charge of the construction and the operation of the 1,443km crude oil export infrastructure that will transport Uganda’s crude oil from Kabaale – Hoima in Uganda to the Chongoleani peninsula near Tanga port in Tanzania for export to the international market.
Job Summary: The Internal Audit Lead will support the Director of Internal Audit and EIMS in providing independent, risk-based assurance and advisory services across EACOP. The role will lead the development and execution of the annual audit plan, evaluate internal controls, identify risks and control gaps, and provide practical recommendations to strengthen governance, risk management and operational effectiveness.
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Lead the development and execution of the annual audit plan based on risk assessments
- Conduct special assignments requested by the Board or MD.
- Review and assess internal control systems, identify control gaps, and recommend improvements.
- Review and prepare audit reports with clear findings, root causes, and actionable recommendations.
- Follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions
- Assist in the development and implementation of audit tools, templates, and methodology in line with the Global Internal Audit Standards
- Provide mentorship, supervision, and performance evaluations to Internal Audit Officers
- Facilitate collaboration with external auditors and regulatory bodies
- Provide ad hoc advisory services to management while maintaining audit independence.
- Support the Director of Internal Audit in reporting to the Audit Advisory Committee and Senior Leadership Team
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Auditing preferably working in “Big four” Auditing Firms
- Degree level qualification
- Commercial / Business / Administration Complementary Training
- Familiar with performance improvement methodologies
- Must be achievement oriented
- Have a culture sensitive approach
- Good communication skills (in English speaking and writing) and strong interpersonal relationship ability)
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and Interested applicants should apply online at the link below.
Opens the employer’s application page Apply Now →
Deadline: 7th September 2026
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more of the latest jobs, please visit https://www.theugandanjobline.com or find us on our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/UgandanJobline
Level of Education: bachelor degree
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
