Internal Auditor

The Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH) is a world-leading institute in global health with a particular focus on low- and middle-income countries. Associated with the University of Basel, Swiss TPH combines research, education and services at local, national and international levels. 1'000 people from 96 nations work at Swiss TPH focusing on infectious and non-communicable diseases, environment, society and health as well as health systems and interventions.

Swiss TPH is seeking an experienced and motivated Internal Auditor who contributes to the further development of risk, compliance and audit functions for the institute. In this role, you will strengthen risk assessments and compliance processes, deliver clear audit reports to Directorate, Head of GRC and the Board of Governors, and ensure the effectiveness of the internal control system. You will lead project risk assessments and internal audits of Swiss TPH offices and projects in Switzerland and abroad, and you will also take on special assignments from the Board of Governors. This includes reviewing and evaluating administrative processes across Swiss TPH and its local offices and partner institutes in Tanzania and Côte d'Ivoire.

Internal Auditor (80–100%) Your various responsibilities include:

• Further develop and ensure the quality of risk assessments (institutional, local offices, projects etc.): Conduct risk assessments, identify areas for improvement, and implement necessary adjustments to ensure adequacy and effectiveness
• Prepare clear, concise, and well-structured audit reports including for local offices and larger project mandates, and present key findings and recommendations confidently to management and the Board
• Ensure regular monitoring of the internal control system: Evaluate the implementation and effectiveness of the internal control system on an ongoing basis, including documenting and executing improvement measures
• Support the Head of GRC (Governance, Risk & Compliance) in Partner Risk assessments, updating and optimizing compliance and governance processes and tools
• Handle specific requests from the Board of Governors

You should have the following experience and skills:

• Relevant higher education in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Auditing, or a related field
• Several years of relevant professional experience in audit, risk management, compliance, or a comparable function, preferably in the global health development or research sector
• Sound knowledge of internal control systems, and risk management practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, detail-oriented approach; high level of integrity, independence, and discretion
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, engaging effectively with colleagues and partners across the institute, and demonstrating intercultural awareness
• Willingness to travel to partner countries and local offices (e.g. Democratic Republic of the Congo, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire)
• Excellent communication skills in English and French (both written and spoken); knowledge of German is considered an asset

What we offer:

• Purpose-driven employment, based on the mission of an internationally renowned global health institute
• Responsible position in a supportive, collaborative, and multicultural work environment
• State-of-the-art workplace in our headquarters in Allschwil, located at the heart of a leading life sciences and biotech cluster
• Opportunities for collaboration with people across disciplines and all career levels
• Attractive employment conditions, including flexible working hours to balance work and private life, remote work options depending on the role, as well as diverse training opportunities and mentoring

Job conditions:

• Start Date: upon earliest availability
• Duration: unlimited contract
• Percentage: 80-100%
• Location: Allschwil (near Basel), Switzerland
• Travel required: yes (around 4–5 business trips per year)
• Internal job title: Senior Project Leader

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