Manager / Senior Manager / Assistant Director (Internal Audit)

Communicable Diseases Agency; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) in Singapore seeks an experienced internal audit professional to strengthen governance and risk management. You will design risk-based audit plans, lead both in-house and outsourced audits, and report findings to Management and Audit Committees.

Candidates should have at least a tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance, a minimum of 3 years in audit, and professional credentials (CIA/CISA preferred).

Qualifications

• Minimum tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
• 3+ years of relevant audit experience
• CIA/CISA certification preferred
• Proficiency in data analytics tools an advantage
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

• Assist Head of IAU to develop risk-based audit plan and adjust to emerging risks
• Plan, conduct and complete audits to assess internal controls and governance
• Lead and manage audit projects, including outsourced auditors
• Prepare reports and present findings to Management and Audit Committees
• Manage the Secretariat function of the Audit Committee and other Boards
• Conduct ad-hoc investigations and reviews as requested
• Collaborate with divisions for process improvements and best practices
• Strive for continuous improvement of audit work programs and team

Skills

Audit

Internal Audit

Data Analytics

Communication

Stakeholder Mgmt

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Job description

What the role is:

Communicable Disease Agency (CDA) is a new government agency, under the Ministry of Health (MOH) to oversee Singapore’s communicable disease preparedness, prevention and control, surveillance, risk assessment and outbreak response. It will consolidate and build on the public health functions under MOH, the National Centre for Infectious Diseases, and the Health Promotion Board.

You will be part of the professional internal audit team that carries out the audits within CDA to enhance corporate governance and to ensure robust risk management and internal controls.

You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.

What you will be working on:

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assist Head of IAU to develop risk-based audit plan and/or periodically review and adjust plan in response to changes in emerging and operational risks.
• Plan, conduct and complete in a timely manner the assigned internal audits projects in order to ascertain the state of internal controls and make suggestions to improve the risk management, controls and governance processes.
• Lead and manage audit projects, including outsourced auditors.
• Prepare reports and make presentations to Management and Audit Committees.
• Manage the secretariat function of the Audit Committee and other Board Committees, as appropriate.
• Perform ad-hoc investigations and reviews at request of Management/ or Audit Committee.
• Participate in IAU initiatives which may include collaborating with other Divisions for general process improvements, recommendations and share good practices across Divisions at various platform/forums.
• Strive for continuous improvement of audit work programs, work steps and audit team.

What we are looking for:

• Minimum tertiary qualification from a recognised discipline, in an Accounting, Finance or its equivalent background
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in audit in public, non-profit or private sector (internal audit preferred)
• CIA, CISA certification is preferred
• Proficiency in the use of data analytics tools would be an advantage
• Self-driven individual, meticulous, resourceful and is able to work independently and yet function as a good team player
• Possess strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Good communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
• Ability to influence and interact with management and staff across different levels

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, candidates may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.

About Communicable Diseases Agency

The Communicable Diseases Agency (CDA) was established in 2025 as a statutory board under Singapore's Ministry of Health (MOH) to serve as the central authority for public health policymaking to manage and control the threat of communicable diseases. This is aimed at strengthening Singapore's public health capabilities built during the COVID-19 response to ensure a unified command and coordinated approach across all situations, from routine disease control to future outbreaks. CDA safeguards the nation from communicable diseases through disease surveillance, outbreak investigations, vaccination programs, public education, and global health collaboration. Beyond domestic activities, the CDA aims to expand Singapore’s global outreach and foster collaboration with international partners.