Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF) - Director of Internal Audit

The Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF) is dedicated to implementing the Productive Social Safety Net (PSSN) Programme, a crucial initiative designed to shield vulnerable poor households from the pervasive effects of poverty. This program employs various strategies to boost household incomes, foster livelihood opportunities, and elevate consumption levels.

The Executive Director of TASAF is seeking qualified candidates to fill the vacant position of Director of Internal Audit.

Detailed job descriptions and required qualifications are available on the TASAF website: www.tasaf.go.tz

Terms of Reference for the Selection of Director of Internal Audit (DIA)

• Authority: National Steering Committee
• Reporting Title: Director of Internal Audit (DIA)
• Appointing Authority: Reports to the Executive Director
• Staff under Supervision: Internal Audit Manager
• Project ID No: P508191
• Name of Project: Productive Social Safety Net Program Phase III (PSSN III)
• Country: United Republic of Tanzania

1.0 Background

The Productive Social Safety Net (PSSN) program has been instrumental since 2012, aiming to enhance income, consumption, and resilience among targeted households, while simultaneously promoting human capital development for children. Building on the successes and lessons learned from its previous phases, PSSN III (2026–2029) is set to broaden access to social protection and employment prospects, modernize delivery systems, and place a stronger emphasis on enabling households to graduate out of poverty.

2.0 Project Objective

The primary objective of PSSN III is to increase access to social protection and improved job opportunities for targeted poor households, while concurrently establishing sustainable and adaptive social protection delivery systems.

3.0 Basic Functions

To effectively manage the internal audit functions of the Project as stipulated in the Financing Agreement and Operational Manual.

4.0 Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Director of Internal Audit will be responsible for:

• Coordinating all operations within the Directorate of Internal Audit, fostering strong linkages with other Directorates and the Executive Director's office.
• Providing expert professional advice to the Executive Director and the Technical Management Unit (TMU) on internal auditing matters.
• Adhering to and implementing the internal audit charter.
• Ensuring the preparation, compilation, and execution of the Directorate of Internal Audit's annual plan and budgets.
• Overseeing the preparation and revision of the Internal Audit manual to guide the auditing of TASAF-funded activities across all operational areas (TMU, Project Area Authorities, and Communities).
• Planning and communicating comprehensive internal auditing activities, encompassing operational audit (procedure auditing), financial audit, technical audit, and special auditing.
• Guaranteeing adequate audit coverage and minimizing duplication of efforts between Project Area Authority (PAA) Internal Audit and audits managed by TMU.
• Reviewing internal audit reports prepared by the Internal Audit Manager before their submission to the Executive Director and the relevant auditees.
• Maintaining a register to track all incoming and outgoing correspondence, including audit reports from PAAs.
• Submitting TMU internal audit reports and summarized internal audit reports from PAAs to the Audit Committee quarterly for review and recommendation.
• Serving as the Secretary to the Audit Committee.
• Recommending enhancements to internal controls to ensure the reliability and integrity of financial information, the efficiency and effectiveness of operations, the safeguarding of TASAF resources, and compliance with the Operational Manual and Financing Agreement.
• Ensuring value for money for assets established through resources from TASAF-supported interventions.
• Assessing the adequacy of management's actions to address reported deficiencies and confirming reviews with appropriate management on actions taken.
• Coordinating the identification of capacity-building needs for internal auditors at all levels and communicating these to the relevant directorate for action.
• Monitoring the timely disbursement of funds for all TASAF-supported interventions (safety net, targeted infrastructure, livelihood enhancement, and capacity building).
• Conducting special examinations (special audits) as required.
• Performing performance appraisals for all staff within the directorate based on established performance indicators and goals.
• Serving as a member of the TASAF Management Team and being responsible for the preparation and presentation of directorate reports.
• Undertaking any other official duties assigned by the Executive Director.

5.0 Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must fulfill the following criteria:

• A Master's Degree in Finance, Accounting and Finance, Business Administration, or a closely related field from a recognized university.
• Possession of an internationally recognized accounting professional qualification such as CPA (T), ACCA, CIMA, CISA, or another relevant professional designation.
• Registration with the National Board of Accountants and Auditors (NBAA) as an Associate Certified Public Accountant (ACPA) or Fellow Certified Public Accountant (FCPA).
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience in a relevant field within the public and/or private sectors, with at least seven (7) years in a senior managerial role.
• Proficiency in computerized accounting and audit systems.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with donor-funded projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, train, and coach staff in relevant skills.
• Self-motivated with a high degree of integrity and confidentiality.

6.0 Key Performance Measures

• Existence of a comprehensive annual internal audit plan.
• Availability of Audit Committee reports.
• Evidence of financial and management audits conducted throughout the year.
• Timely submission of quarterly and annual reports.
• Maintenance of an updated risk register.

7.0 Duration of Contract

The contract is for a term of four (4) years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance.

8.0 Duty Station

The duty station for this position will be at the TASAF Head Office in Dodoma.

9.0 How to Apply

Interested candidates are requested to submit their applications, including certified copies of academic certificates, a birth certificate, a cover letter, and a Curriculum Vitae (CV), through the following channels:

Hard copy applications should be addressed to:

The Executive Director,
Tanzania Social Action Fund (TASAF),
PSSSF Kambarage Tower, 1 Kambarage Street,
41104 Tambukareli, Dodoma
P.O. Box 2719, DODOMA.

Electronic applications (in PDF format) should be sent to:

hr@tasaf.go.tz

Applications submitted through any other methods will not be considered.

Deadline for submitting applications: 18th April 2026.