Internal Audit Department Head Position at Regional Project Execution Agency

Career Opportunity: Internal Audit Department Head at AREP

The Regional Project Execution Agency of the Casablanca-Settat region announces the opening of applications for the position of Internal Audit Department Head. This strategic role represents a unique opportunity for experienced professionals in audit and management control to join a key institution in regional development project implementation.

Position Overview

The Internal Audit Department Head position is a senior leadership role within AREP. Reporting directly to the General Director, the incumbent enjoys significant autonomy in performing their duties. The primary objective is to strengthen the internal control system and ensure transparency in the agency's various operations.

Required Qualifications and Profile

Interested candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Master's degree (Bac+5) in audit, finance, management control, or equivalent
• Relevant professional experience of at least five years in the field
• Minimum two years' experience in a managerial role in audit or management control

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The Internal Audit Department Head assumes various essential responsibilities:

Audit Planning and Execution

• Development of annual financial and operational audit plans based on risk analysis
• Updating and utilization of risk mapping
• Definition of audit methodologies and intervention scopes
• Monitoring of audit plan implementation and resource management

Audit Mission Implementation

• Evaluation of internal control procedures and verification systems effectiveness
• Verification of compliance with internal procedures and regulatory texts
• Control of accounting and management operations regularity
• Examination of financial information reliability

Report Preparation and Follow-up

• Preparation of comprehensive audit reports including findings and recommendations
• Reporting of identified anomalies and deviations
• Formulation of corrective and preventive recommendations
• Production of annual internal audit report

Required Skills and Personal Qualities

Beyond academic qualifications and experience, the ideal candidate should possess:

• Independent thinking and judgment capabilities
• Methodological rigor and professional standards adherence
• Developed critical sense and risk analysis ability
• Professional integrity and objectivity
• Excellent communication skills and clear recommendation formulation

About the Regional Project Execution Agency

Established in accordance with legal provisions governing regions, AREP operates under the supervision of the Casablanca-Settat Regional Council. The agency's main mission involves implementing development projects that contribute to regional objectives and improving service quality for citizens.

Application Process and Requirements

Applications must be submitted exclusively through the official electronic portal: https://www.emploi-public.ma before April 25, 2026. The application file must include:

• Copies of academic diplomas
• Copy of national identity card
• Updated curriculum vitae
• Work certificates proving required experience
• Proposed action plan and work methodology

It's important to note that incomplete files or those not matching the required profile will be automatically excluded. Only applications submitted through the mentioned platform will be considered.

Advice for Potential Candidates

To maximize success chances, candidates are encouraged to:

• Highlight experiences directly related to internal audit functions
• Present concrete achievements in control system improvements
• Propose a realistic and operational action plan reflecting deep understanding of the position
• Demonstrate how to contribute to transparency and governance enhancement

This professional opportunity targets ambitious professionals wishing to contribute to transparency and efficiency improvement in the public sector, while joining a professional team within a leading regional institution.