Director – Internal Controls (x01)

Director – Internal Controls (x01) is available at Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) in Zambia. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.

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ZAMBIA MEDICINES AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES AGENCY (ZAMMSA) — EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 🔍
Grade: ZMS 02 | Position: Director – Internal Controls (x01)

The Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA) seeks applications from suitably qualified and experienced Zambian Nationals to fill the position of Director – Internal Controls (x01).

Reports to: Director General



Main Job Purpose:
To coordinate the development and implementation of robust internal audit and risk management strategies in order to provide risk-based, objective and reasonable assurance on governance and internal controls as well as identify potential risks and proactively mitigate against them.



Main Responsibilities:

Audit & Risk Strategy: Coordinate development and execution of risk-based internal audit plans, policies, and internal control frameworks.
Internal Audit & Reporting: Direct comprehensive audits of operations, procurement, financials, inventory, and supply chain; prepare audit reports for Board and Management.
Enterprise Risk Management: Profile and assess operational, clinical supply, financial, and strategic risks to safeguard Agency assets and medicines.
Compliance & Fraud Prevention: Monitor regulatory compliance and implement rigorous anti-fraud detection, investigation, and prevention mechanisms.
Advisory & Training: Provide strategic risk insights to executive leadership; conduct institutional training on governance and risk awareness.
Leadership: Direct Internal Controls staff, coordinate departmental budgets, and monitor PMS performance.




Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
Bachelor's Degree in Accountancy, Full CA Zambia, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent. Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is an added advantage.
Active member of ZICA / Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
Minimum of 8 years' work experience, 4 of which must be at senior management level.




How to Apply:
Interested persons should send applications with certified copies of NRC, academic and professional qualifications (validated by ZAQA), proof of regulatory membership/practicing license, and a detailed CV with 3 references to:

The Acting Director General
Zambia Medicines and Medical Supplies Agency (ZAMMSA)
P.O. Box 30207, Plot 6446, Mukwa Road, Lusaka, Zambia
📩 Email: recruitment@zammsa.co.zm

📅 Closing Date: Sunday 18th October, 2026 at 17:00hrs