Position
Summary

The Internal Control Officer is responsible for
assessing, monitoring, and strengthening the internal control systems of the
Eye Center of Excellence. The role ensures compliance with hospital policies,
donor requirements, and national regulations while safeguarding assets,
preventing fraud, and supporting operational efficiency. The officer will work
closely with Finance, Procurement, HR, and Administration teams to ensure
accountability and transparency across all departments.

Key
Responsibilities

Risk
Management & Internal Controls

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  Evaluate existing internal control systems and
  recommend improvements.
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  Identify financial, operational, and compliance
  risks and propose mitigation measures.
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  Ensure compliance with Rwanda’s regulatory
  requirements, donor guidelines, and hospital policies.
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  Conduct spot checks, surprise audits, and
  reviews of key transactions.

Financial
Oversight

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  Verify accuracy and completeness of financial
  records and reports.
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  Review expenditure, procurement, and payroll
  transactions for compliance and efficiency.
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  Ensure segregation of duties is maintained in
  financial processes.
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  Support preparation for internal and external
  audits.

Operational
Compliance

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  Review procurement processes, supplier
  contracts, and inventory management for transparency.
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  Monitor compliance in HR, including staff
  contracts, benefits, and attendance records.
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  Assess adherence to hospital SOPs, health &
  safety, and quality assurance standards.

Reporting
& Advisory

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  Prepare regular internal control reports for
  hospital management and the Board.
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  Provide recommendations to improve efficiency,
  reduce costs, and prevent misuse of resources.
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  Follow up on implementation of audit and
  internal control recommendations.
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  Train staff on compliance, ethics, and internal
  control procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications
& Experience

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  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting,
  Auditing, or related field (Master’s preferred).
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  Professional certification such as CPA, ACCA,
  CIA, or CISA is highly desirable.
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  Minimum of 4–6 years’ experience in internal
  audit, compliance, or risk management (preferably in healthcare, NGO, or
  donor-funded projects).
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  Strong knowledge of Rwanda’s financial,
  procurement, and labor regulations.
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  Experience with donor compliance and reporting
  requirements.
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  Strong computer skills (MS Office,
  accounting/audit software).
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  Fluency in English required; Kinyarwanda and
  French are an advantage.

Core
Competencies

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  High integrity, independence, and ethical
  standards.
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  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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  Attention to detail with ability to identify
  irregularities.
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  Good communication and report-writing skills.
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  Ability to work collaboratively but maintain
  professional objectivity
  .