Senior Auditor – IT, Network & Data

Job Title: Senior Auditor – IT, Network & Data

Organisation: MTN Uganda

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

About Organisation:

MTN Uganda is a subsidiary of MTN Group, a multinational Telco operating in Africa and Middle East, with over 280milllion subscribers, making it the largest in Africa.

Job Summary: Provide input into the combined assurance plan according to the strategic objectives and the associated risks

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide input into the combined assurance plan according to the strategic objectives and the associated risks
• Plans and executes financial and operational audit engagements as per the combined assurance plan and in accordance with MTN’s stipulated audit methodology.
• Reviews functions and activities to determine whether operations, policies, procedures, and other internal controls are established to achieve objectives.
• Determines the scope, nature and timing of audit activities;
• Designs audit procedures and programs;
• Holds opening conferences to communicate with auditees on issues related to the audits;
• Prepares audit planning memoranda for the supervisor’s approval;
• Assesses the risks inherent in the company’s business, financial, operational, and related activities.
• Determines the adequacy of established internal controls to prevent and/or detect errors and irregularities.
• Develops audit programs to facilitate the review of related controls and determine the operational efficiency of established controls.
• Executes audit engagements to test the effectiveness of established controls in line with approved audit programs
• Prepares audit reports with value-adding recommendations to enable the business to effectively manage key risks.
• Reports regularly to the supervisor on progress regarding financial, operational, and related audit assignments.
• Schedules and facilitates exit conferences with auditees to communicate audit results and agree on management actions.
• Completes allocated audit assignments on a timely basis, bearing in mind value addition to the business while meeting expected internal audit quality assurance standards.
• Facilitate the business in accelerated resolution of outstanding audit points through continuously engaging management on audit issues
• Advises management on an ongoing basis on financial and operational controls, compliance, and related issues to prevent costly errors and irregularities.
• Executes Continuous Controls Monitoring activities as scheduled in the Combined Assurance Plan.
• Represents Internal Audit on organizational project teams and at management and tender meetings to champion proactive risk management.
• Prepares summaries of audit work performed for review by supervisors & subsequent reporting to the Audit & Risk Committee of the Board.
• Performs related work as assigned by audit management.

Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Telecommunications, Data Science, Accounting, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CISA, CISSP, CRISC, CIA, CISM, CEH, ACCA, CPA, or equivalent is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the area of specialization.
• Experience in internal audit or external audit (with a reputable audit firm) specializing in business process assurance, Information systems and operational audits.
• Strong experience in IT audit, network audit, cybersecurity assurance, telecom operations, data analytics, or technology risk management.
• Good understanding of telecom network architecture, IT general controls, cybersecurity frameworks, access controls, system interfaces, data governance, and business continuity.
• Practical experience using data analytics tools such as SQL, Python, Power BI, Excel, ACL, IDEA, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical, report-writing, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Ability to translate technical findings into business-relevant risks, impacts, and actionable recommendations.

Skills / physical competencies:

• Attention to Detail
• Proficient in auditing and investigating
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Project management skills
• Strategic thinking, negotiation, and leadership skills
• Analytical + statistical skills
• Report writing skills
• Ability to communicate at all levels
• Presentation skills
• Customer focused
• Ability to motivate and mentor
• Stable work history
• Female Applicants are strongly encouraged to Apply!

How to Apply:

Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the link below.

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Deadline: 12th October 2026

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Level of Education: bachelor degree

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60