Job Vacancy – Specialist /Assistant (Internal Audit)

PPANC
POWER PLANNING AND MONITORING
COMPANY (PPMC)
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Power Planning & Monitoring Company (PPMC) is mandated to provide policy and technical support to Ministry of
Energy (Power Division), integrated planning of the Power Sector of Pakistan, development and implementation of
strategic plans for power sector, and to administer, monitor and evaluate performance of Power Sector Entities
under the approved policies/plans.
The Company is seeking applications for the following position from the eligible persons, who can perform the tasks
assigned to the Company. The first 03 months shall be on probation and thereafter shall be continued as per
company policy.
The candidates must have strong interpersonal skills, outstanding problem-solving skills and ability to exercise
sound judgment based on accurate and timely analysis, outstanding communication, minute writing, analytical &
problem-solving skills are pre-requisite. Ideal candidate should have ability to prioritize work well under pressure.
The candidate must be IT Savvy. Integrity and maturity should be an essential attribute when handling confidential
company information.
Responsibilities
Specialist (Internal Audit)
• Plan, discuss, and execute internal audit assignments as
approved by the Audit Committee under the internal audit plan.
• Coordinate and convene kick-off meetings with Internal Audit,
Commercial Audit teams, and the Chief Internal Auditor (CIA).
• Review and discuss operational risks identified through risk
assessments for assigned auditable areas.
Guide Assistant Audit Specialists in process mapping through
walkthroughs and review of relevant documentation.
* Assist in the development of audit procedures to address
identified risks.
• Supervise and execute audit activities, including information
requisition, sampling, working paper development, and
application of audit procedures.
■ Ensure execution and reporting of internal and follow-up audits
within approved timelines.
Review working papers to ensure adequacy and appropriateness
of audit evidence in line with audit objectives.
• Prepare working paper review notes and to-do lists for audit
teams.
• Emphasize operational efficiency and effectiveness as key
objectives of audit engagements.
• Convene exit meetings with auditees to obtain early
management comments.
* Prepare, refine, and finalize draft internal audit and follow up
reports for management review
Responsibilities
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities (SKA):
* ACMA/ACA/ACCA from a recognized professional body.
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in audit, risk
management, and internal control.
* Strong knowledge of internal audit standards, risk-based auditing.
and internal control frameworks.
* Proven experience in operational, IT, compliance, and risk audits.
• Sound understanding of Government, Commercial, DAC, and PAC
audit processes and paras.
• Familiarity with SOE Act, 2023, SECP guidelines, CMU regulations,
and PPMC rules.
• Ability to review audit working papers and assess adequacy and
appropriateness of audit evidence.
* Strong analytical, evaluation, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication for audit reporting and
stakeholder coordination.
Demonstrated supervisory and mentoring capabilities.
* Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet strict timelines.
* High standards of integrity, objectivity, and professional judgment.
Remuneration & Age:
■ The selected candidate will be offered a market based, competitive
remuneration package, commensurate with their skills and
experience as per company policy.
* The maximum age limit is 40 years as of the closing date of the
advertisement.
Assistant Specialist (Internal Audit)
Support the Specialist Internal Audit and Chief Internal Auditor (CIA) in
preparation of engagement plans as per the approved internal audit plan
and other specific assignments.
■ Understand process flows and systems for recording financial and
operational information of auditable activities.
• Perform walkthroughs of auditable areas to understand processes and
controls.
• Execute internal audit plans based on risks identified during
walkthroughs, subject to review by the Specialist/Manager.
Share initial and subsequent information requisitions with management.
■ Prepare audit testing templates and submit them for review.
■ Conduct sampling of auditable areas from defined populations.
• Perform audit procedures as per the approved internal audit plan.
Obtain sufficient and appropriate audit evidence to support audit
observations.
■ Prepare audit working papers for review by the Specialist/Manager.
■ Inform the Specialist Internal Audit of significant issues or observations
identified during audits and revise procedures with approval.
• Assist in identifying issues, analyzing evidence, and documenting
processes and procedures.
• Finalize working papers and assist in preparation of draft internal audit.
reports.
■ Participate in exit meetings with the CIA and Specialist Internal Audit,
highlighting potential audit observations to auditees
Instructions
Skills, Knowledge & Abilities (SKA):
ACMA/ACA/ACCA/CA Finalist/ACMA Finalist from a
recognized professional body.
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in audit,
risk management, and internal control.
Working knowledge of internal audit standards, risk-
based auditing, and internal controls.
Experience in operational, financial, and compliance
audits.
Ability to prepare and maintain audit working
papers.
Strong analytical and documentation skills.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong time management and organizational skills
High standards of integrity and professional ethics.
Remuneration & Age:
The selected candidate will be offered a market
based, competitive remuneration package.
commensurate with their skills and experience as
per company policy.
The maximum age limit is 35 years as of the closing
date of the advertisement. No age relaxation will be
permitted.
Interested candidates having relevant qualifications and experience should apply as follows:
i. Candidates are required to apply on-line by visiting the PPMC website site i.e. www.ppmc.gov.pk/jobs and
apply on the prescribed format and upload detailed CV, Educational Certificates. Experience Certificates.
CNIC and Photograph.
ii. The last date to apply is 06 March.2026.
iii. Only short-listed candidates will be invited for test/interviews.
URAAN
PAKISTAN
GENERAL MANAGER (HR) PPMC
Office # 112, Evacuee Trust Complex, Agha Khan Road,
F-5/1, Islamabad
PID(L)2270/25