Officer, Information Systems Audit job at Bank of Uganda

Vacancy title:
Officer, Information Systems Audit

Jobs at:
Bank of Uganda

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, September 10 2025

Duty Station:
Uganda | Kampala | Uganda

Summary
Date Posted: Thursday, August 28 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:

To support the execution of IT audit assignments by assisting in the review of systems, processes, and controls, gathering audit evidence, performing preliminary risk assessments, and documenting findings to help ensure the effectiveness, security, and compliance of the Bank’s information systems and operations.

1. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in identifying and documenting IT-related risks and controls in assigned audit areas under the guidance of senior audit staff.
• Support the execution of process walkthroughs and contribute to the preparation of audit procedures.
• Provide input into the development of audit work programs and testing plans.
• Carry out assigned audit tests in accordance with internal audit methodology, focusing on the effectiveness and efficiency of IT systems and processes.
• Collect and compile relevant audit evidence to support findings and conclusions.
• Prepare and maintain well-organized audit working papers in line with audit standards.
• Contribute to the drafting of audit findings and reports for review by senior audit staff.
• Participate in follow-up activities to monitor the implementation status of prior audit recommendations.
• Take part in spot checks and verification exercises in cash-handling and other high-risk areas.
• Assist in maintaining IT Audit Lab equipment and support basic tasks related to the audit network and tools such as ACL Robotics.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the Team Leader or senior audit staff.

2. EXPECTED OUTPUTS

• Audit programs /Investigation plans. 
• Process documentation 
• Tested systems and controls. 
• Audit work papers. 
• Draft audit reports. 
• Continuous monitoring reports from systems

3. PERSON SPECIFICATIONS

1.   Qualifications 

• First Class or Second-Class Upper Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or Cybersecurity from a recognized institution.
• Membership of the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and /or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is an added advantage.

2.   Experience 

No experience required 

3.   Age

Applicants must not be above 26.0 years as at close of the advert. 

4.   Competencies

     Technical Competencies

• Working knowledge of I.T industry frameworks, regulations and best practice. 
• Planning and organizational skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong report writing and presentation skills. 

     Behavioural Competencies

• Integrity. 
• Independent and objective. 
• Team player. 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Leadership skills. 
• Emotional intelligence.

Salary and Benefits for the positions are generous and attractive. 

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

❖ Applications should be submitted by filling out the online application link https://forms.office.com/r/1QyrMX8qKL

❖ Please follow the stated instructions in the form as accurately as possible. Note

    that inaccurate applications will be automatically disqualified. 

❖ Applications should be accompanied by; 

1) National ID (Front and Back) – Mandatory. Ensure both the front and back sides are scanned and visible. 

2) Academic Qualification Documents – Mandatory. These should match all the required qualifications mentioned in the job descriptions. 

3)  Letter of Equivalence for the Class of Degree from the National Council of Higher Education for applicants whose first degree (Bachelor’s) was obtained from a foreign University. 

4)  A duly registered Statutory Declaration for applicants with name and/or date of birth variations. 

❖ Please ensure that all required documents are duly attached and MUST be 

    scanned as one single document. 

❖ Please note that failure to attach the required documents will lead to automatic

    disqualification. 

Management reserves the right to terminate applicants found with concealed or falsified information and academic credentials. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.