Chief of Audit

Employment type: FULLTIME. Requisition: 3125435.

General Information Position Title Chief of Audit Job Category Compliance Duty Station(s) Copenhagen Seniority Level Senior Level ICS Level ICS 12 Contract Type Staff - IP - FTA Contract Level IP P-5 Posting Start Date 24-Sep-2026 Posting End Date 07-Oct-2026 Duration Initial appointment for one year with a possibility of extension Job Highlight This position offers a unique opportunity to significantly contribute to UNOPS' governance, risk management, and internal controls by leading a critical audit function.

It involves shaping strategic initiatives, driving organizational integrity, and enhancing operational effectiveness, ultimately strengthening stakeholder confidence and supporting UNOPS' mandate delivery.

About the Group The Internal Audit and Investigations Group (IAIG) provides independent assurance and oversight to strengthen UNOPS’ governance, risk management, and internal controls, while ensuring accountability through impartial investigations of misconduct.

Our internal audit function delivers assurance engagements across field offices and HQ units, advisory reviews of functions, processes, and cross-cutting themes, and targeted project audits - both financial and operational. We also offer ad hoc advisory services to management on strategic matters1 …