IT AUDIT MANAGER

Who We Are 

Onafriq is an omnichannel network of networks, making borders matter less by providing our partners with a single pathway to unlock the full power of cross-border and cross-platform payment solutions.  

With a network spanning over 40 African markets, Onafriq connects over 1 billion mobile money wallets, 500 million bank accounts, and 200,000 agents in Nigeria, enabling domestic and cross-border disbursements and collections, card issuing and processing, agency banking, and treasury services.  

By connecting global and regional enterprises, mobile money operators, money transfer operators, banks, fintechs, and online and offline merchants, supported by world-class regulatory and compliance capabilities and a strong regional presence in 10 offices in Africa, and others in the UK, US, and China, Onafriq is ushering in a new era of access for people across the African continent and beyond.

The Role

We’re looking for a highly organize, proactive, IT Audit Manager who will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing risk-based IT audits to provide independent assurance over the effectiveness of IT governance, controls, cybersecurity, data integrity, and technology-related risks for the Onafriq Group The role supports the organisation’s governance, risk management, and compliance objectives in line with applicable regulations, and leading practices.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

 IT Audit & Assurance

Execute on a risk-based IT audit plan aligned to the organisation’s risk assessment and Internal Audit strategy.

Lead and manage end-to-end IT audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.

Business continuity and disaster recovery

Perform audits across key systems such as ERP, core business applications, cloud platforms, and third-party environments.

Evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of:

-IT General Controls (access management, change management, IT operations)

-Application controls

-Cybersecurity and information security controls

-Data protection, governance and integrity

Governance, Risk & Compliance

Assess IT governance structures and alignment with King IV, COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001, and organisational policies.

Review compliance with applicable legislation and regulations, including GDPR and relevant industry requirements.

Evaluate technology risks associated with digital transformation, system implementations, and outsourcing arrangements.

 Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

Engage with senior management, IT leadership, and business stakeholders to discuss risks, control weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.

Prepare clear, concise, and value-adding audit reports with practical recommendations.

Present audit results to management

Track and follow up on the implementation of agreed management actions.

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications and experience: 

 Bachelor’s degree in information systems, Computer Science, Accounting, or a related field.

 5 years or more experience in IT audit, IT risk, or technology assurance, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial or supervisory role.

Strong experience in IT General Controls and application controls testing.

In-depth knowledge of ITGCs, application controls, and cybersecurity principles

Knowledge of COBIT, ITIL, ISO 27001

King IV governance principles

GDPR requirements

Financial Services Experience

Experience in data Analytics

Professional Certifications Required

CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor) – strongly preferred

CISM, CRISC, CIA, or CISSP – advantageous

You will be a good fit if you are/have:

 Demonstrated organization and time management skills

Superior communication skills in English, both written and oral

Relationship builder who is comfortable managing the interests of multiple stakeholders

Ability to thrive under pressure.

Able to work in a complex, high-paced environment, and handle ambiguity effectively

Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders

Personal Attributes: Highly organized, problem-solver, proactive, results-driven, comfortable managing ambiguity, strong interpersonal influence 

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

High level of professional judgement, integrity, and independence

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

Why Work for us 

 We work at the very cutting edge of fintech in Africa. 

 We solve relevant problems for Africa and the world in hope of continuing to make an impact on the millions, if not billions, of users who also believe in what we do. 

 We have a very diverse work environment with over 28 nationalities represented and continually strive to build a culture of caring and execution. 

 We operate a flexible working and unlimited leave policy. 

 We offer a competitive salary package and bonuses. 

 We prioritize the overall well-being of our staff through various initiatives aimed at ensuring they reach their full potential in a supportive environment.