Internal Audit Manager at Jema Africa Ltd, Dar es Salaam February 2026

Internal Audit Manager (Group) – Jema Africa Ltd

Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Closing Date: 18/02/2026

About Jema

Jema Africa Limited is a pan-African company incorporated in Tanzania in March 2012. Starting with only 35 employees, Jema Africa Limited has grown into a group of more than 5 companies with over 200 employees. Our diverse business lines include mining, education, technology, and trade, featuring brands such as Jema Chemicals and Illusion, Jema Jione, Jema Tech, Jema Institute of Technology, and Jema Auto.

Role Overview

The Internal Audit Manager (Group) will lead and strengthen the internal audit function across all business units. You will ensure robust governance, risk management, and internal control frameworks. This pivotal role reports functionally to the Board/Audit Committee and administratively to the Group CEO.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Design, implement, and lead the Group Internal Audit Plan covering audit planning, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up.

• Risk-Based Auditing: Perform audits across diverse units including Mining, Logistics, Technology, Automotive, Education, and Financial Services.

• Evaluation: Test internal control systems, risk management practices, and operational effectiveness.

• Engagement Lead: Lead audit engagements including IT, ERM, compliance, financial, operational, and forensic audits.

• Reporting: Present timely audit reports and actionable recommendations to the Board and Senior Management.

• Monitoring: Track the implementation of audit recommendations and champion best practices in governance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Audit, or a related field.

• Certification: CPA (T) — fully certified (is a must).

• Advanced Credentials: Professional certifications such as CIA, CISA, CFIP, CFE or equivalent are highly desirable.

• Experience: 5+ years of progressive experience in internal and external audit roles, specifically within group or multi-entity environments.

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of risk-based auditing, COSO framework, IFRS, and ISA.

• Communication: Excellent report writing, analytics, and stakeholder communication skills, with a proven track record of working with Boards/Audit Committees.

Skills and Competencies

• Strategic thinker with leadership and team development capability.

• Hands-on experience with audit tools, ERP systems, and data analytics.

• High ethical standards and professional integrity.

• Demonstrated ability to influence business decisions and improve control environments.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration package.

• Opportunity to lead and shape a Group-wide internal audit function.

• Exposure to multi-sector operations across African markets.

• A collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV and Cover Letter to:

careers@jemaafrica.co.tz

Important Notes:

• Use “Internal Audit Manager” in the subject line.

• Your application must indicate the position you have applied for in the email subject.

• Closing Date: 18/02/2026.

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