United Nations Development Programme
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IT AUDIT CONSULTANT
Location :New York, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Type of Contract :Individual Contract
Post Level :International Consultant
Languages Required :English
Starting Date :(date when the selected candidate is expected to start)12-Aug-2013
Duration of Initial Contract :4-8 weeks
Background
The Office of Audit and Investigations (OAI) will conduct Information Technology Audit of the UNDP’s Enterprise Resources Planning System, ATLAS (the ATLAS Audit) in the summer of 2013. The ATLAS audit will be carried out by a contracted audit firm. OAI is looking for a qualified consultant who can be a focal point between the contracted audit firm and the management to facilitate the ATLAS Audit implementation and to ensure that the required services and outputs are delivered by the audit firm. The consultant will participate in the meetings with the audit firm and the management, provide technical comments or advice representing OAI at the meetings and/or on the e-mails, memos, notes, draft reports of the auditors, and take the lead in actions during the contracted period of her/his assignment to ensure that the auditor’s final report will be of satisfactory quality and issued on time.
The audit objectives established for the audit firm are to conduct a full review of the following aspect of the ATLAS system: a) system and data alignment to the established UNDP control framework; b) system alignment to key reporting requirements and data lineage; c) system alignment to International Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAS) implementation requirements; d) key interface efficiency and controls; e) database security; and f) continuous monitoring. The review will cover all ATLAS modules/processes/practices relevant to UNDP and exclude other agencies that use ATLAS.
To meet the defined audit objectives, the following PeopleSoft modules and components are included in the scope of the audit: a) PeopleSoft Enterprise Finance/SCM/ESA; b) PeopleSoft Enterprise HCM; b) PeopleSoft Enterprise Performance Management; c) PeopleSoft Customer Relationship Management; d) PeopleSoft Portal; e) underlying Oracle 11g Database; and f) Audit and Monitoring.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Under the supervision of the Chief, Headquarters Audit Section, the IT Audit Consultant will carry out the following functions and produce results:
- To gain understanding of the broad design, architecture, and key controls of the ATLAS system at UNDP and create a summary analysis;
- To liaise with the UNDP management and the audit firm to launch and facilitate the timely implementation of ATLAS audit through arrangement for and participation in meetings, communication, review and analysis of e-mails, notes, memos, draft reports and any other relevant information;
- To review the progress of the ATLAS audit and ensure that all key auditable areas are addressed by the auditors;
- To monitor and control the timeline of production of draft ATLAS audit reports and the final audit report;
- To review the draft audit reports, provide analysis and comments to the OAI management for follow up actions;
- To share the updated draft reports with the management of the Office of Information Systems and Technology (OIST), help the auditors obtain comments and replies from OIST on the audit recommendations, and facilitate the process of clarification and finalization of audit issues discussions and recommendations;
Duration of the Work :
From 12 August to 13 September 2013 with possibility for extension of maximum 4 more weeks.
The extension of the contract after 13 September 2013 is subject to the two (2) following conditions:
Satisfactory performance of the assignment during the period of 12 August – 13 September
Need of OAI for additional consulting services, which may be triggered by the delay of commencement date of IT Audit Advisor in OAI
Competencies
Corporate Competencies:
- Demonstrates integrity by modeling the UN’s values and ethical standards;
- Promotes the vision, mission, and strategic goals of UNDP;
- Displays cultural, gender, religion, race, nationality and age sensitivity and adaptability
- Treats all people fairly without favoritism;
- Fulfills all obligations to gender sensitivity and zero tolerance for sexual harassment
Functional Competencies:
Strong interpersonal skills, communication and diplomatic skills, ability to work in a team.
Openness to change and ability to receive/integrate feedback.
Ability to work under pressure and stressful situations.
Strong analytical, reporting, and writing abilities.
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
Required Skills and Experience
Education:
- Advanced University Degree (Master) in IT , accounting, finance or related fields;
- or first level degree in combination with a professional certification, i.e., Chartered Accountant, Certified Public Accountant or Certified Chartered Accountant;
- or first level degree in combination with 15 years of direct relevant experience in IT audit
- Professional certification of CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) is a must
- Additional professional certifications (CIA, CFE) are desirable
- Additional professional certifications on information technology are desirable.
Experience:
- At least 10 years of practical experience in IT audit, preferably in government, public administration or not-for-profit sector.
- Expert level knowledge and practical experience in auditing IT governance, security, risk management and management of large IT projects.
- Knowledge in PeopleSoft applications is a plus.
Language skills:
Excellent writing, editing and oral communication skills in English.
Scope of price proposal and schedule of payment
The applicants are requested to send the application together with the price proposal which must be expressed in the daily fees, which must be “all-inclusive”. This means that all costs (professional fees, travel costs, living allowances, communications, consumables, etc.) that could possibly be incurred by the contractor are factored into the final daily fees submitted.
The payment method is based on Time Sheet which is submitted by the consultant, duly approved by the Chief of Headquarters Audit Section.
Criteria for Selection of the Best Offer
Individual applicants will be evaluated based on the Combined Scoring method - where the qualifications will be weighted a maximum of 70% and combined with the price offer (daily fees) which will be weighted a maximum of 30%
Application procedures
Qualified candidates are requested to apply online. The application should contain:
Cover letter with brief explanations about: a) why you think you are the most suitable candidate for the advertised position; and b) a summary of at least three IT audits that you have handled.
Price proposal with clearly statement of daily fees “all inclusive”
Completed P11 form including past relevant experience and contact details of 3 referees
blank form can be downloaded from: http://europeandcis.undp.org/files/hrforms/P11_modified_for_SCs_and_ICs.doc
The assignment is also advertised in UNDP Procurement Notice website through the link http://procurement-notices.undp.org/view_notice.cfm?notice_id=11520, where the applicants can get access to P11 template.
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Closing Date: Thursday, 13 June 2013
UNDP is committed to achieving workforce diversity in terms of gender, nationality and culture. Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups and persons with disabilities are equally encouraged to apply. All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.
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