LESOTHO POST BANK
The Lesotho Post Bank, your only Basotho Bank, invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following vacant position:
Job Title
Credit Audit Specialist – Grade C
Reporting Line
Reports to: Internal Audit Manager
Department
Internal Audit
Location
Maseru
Job Purpose
The Credit Audit Specialist is responsible for auditing the governance, financial, business, and operational processes within Lesotho Post Bank. The role leads and oversees credit risk management function audits and participates as a team member in all other audits.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Prepare a well‑developed audit approach and document high‑quality working papers for audits
- Execute audit fieldwork in compliance with Global Internal Audit Standards (GIAS) by following and completing prepared work programmes
- Provide clear and sufficient audit evidence to support recommendations and audit opinions
- Identify risks, assess mitigating controls, and make recommendations to improve the control environment
- Prepare quality and balanced audit reports to specified standards, summarising control weaknesses identified and results of audit work performed, with minimal editorial changes
- Keep abreast of emerging industry standards, best practices, industry challenges, upcoming legislation, operational requirements, and technology changes related to the internal audit environment
- Identify opportunities for innovation in audit and client processes and develop practical solutions to implement innovative practices
- Follow up on open audit issues and monitor their resolution
- Participate in department‑wide initiatives and assist with other operational and reporting activities as required
- Carry out ad‑hoc or special assignments as determined by management
- Execute audit assignments within agreed budgets and timelines
Educational Requirements and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
- Experience in Credit Risk Management
- At least three (3) years’ experience in internal or external audit will be an added advantage
- Experience in the banking and financial services environment is preferred
General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Proactive in researching business best‑practice concepts and applying them where appropriate
- Strong listening skills with the ability to identify gaps in logic; inquisitive mindset
- Strong organisational and follow‑up skills, including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet deadlines
- Broad understanding of laws and regulations impacting the credit business
- Good interpersonal and persuasive skills
- Proven analytical skills and willingness to collaborate with data specialists to shape audit tests and extract meaningful insights
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, complex environment and adapt to change
How to Apply
Applications (including the names of three referees), accompanied by certified copies of relevant certificates, should be emailed to:
Closing Date
30 April 2026
Disclaimer
Only successful candidates will be contacted.