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CURRICULUM VITAE

For employment or consultancy

Assignment Title: TBA but possible areas, include audit, internal control, and management consultancies position in the public auditor/NGOs. Also any other related in public sector/NGO/Private Sector positions

1 Family name: Chitakunye

2. First names: Musiyiwa3. Date of birth: 19674. Passport holder: Zimbabwean 5. Residence: Harare, Zimbabwe6. Education:

Institution (Date from - to) Degree(s) or Diploma(s) obtained:University of Zimbabwe 2002-2004 Bachelor of Accountancy DegreeInstitute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators, Zimbabwe ICSAZ 1999

Chartered AccountantMember to the Public Accountancy and Auditors Board of Zimbabwe (PAAB(Z)

Harare Polytechnic College 1987-1992 Higher National Diploma (Accountancy)ACCA Professional stage

7. Language skills: Indicate competence on a scale of 1 to 5 (1 - excellent; 5 - basic)

Language Reading Speaking WritingEnglish 1 1 1Shona 1 1 1

8. Membership of professional bodies: Associate Member of ICSAZ, Member of the Public Accountancy and Auditors Board of Zimbabwe (PAAB(Z)

9. Other skills: Communication, Teamwork, Organisational, analytical Computer usage skills, Ms Word/power point and Ms Excel usage, organisational management, formulating turnaround strategies, developing internal controls,

10. Present past position: Public Sector Accounting, Internal Controls, Financial management, and Audit Expert

11. Years of experience: 19 year

12. Key qualifications: More than 10 years, proven record of accomplishment of coaching and

delivering technical advice and guidance in government financial statement audit.

Acted as the principal advisor to the Auditor General of Liberia on good

practices in auditing in the public sector Experienced in implementing Good Corporate Governance practices 4 years experience in post conflict countries Experienced in developing internal control systems in the public sector Proven record of coaching and giving technical guidance during the audit of

the Government of Liberia consolidated fund financial statement for the fiscal periods 2010/2011/2012 and 2012/2013.

In-depth knowledge of government budget cycle, budget calendar, budget call letter and best practice in budget process to enhance transparency.

Experienced in integrating monitoring and evaluation into the budget cycle Experienced in audit of budget execution process Experience in the formulation of national and institutional budgets for the

Government of Zimbabwe based on the Results Based Management principles that include the Results Based Budgeting.

Has proven field experience with developing a performance management and program budgeting framework (Results Based Management)

Experienced in aligning budget proposals to sector strategies Experienced in Incorporating outcome indicators in the budget Experienced in analysis of work plans and spending plans Experience in coaching and delivering technical advice and guidance to GAC

Liberia as a principal auditor from 2010. More than 7 years experience in reviewing budgeting and planning

ministerial functions in support to PFM reforms/systems Experience in reviewing budget processes in the ministry of finance

Zimbabwe and Liberia More than 7 years, proven experience in implementing quality control

programmes during audit and on-the job training of quality control reviewers in Zimbabwe, GAC Liberia, Uganda audit office and Namibia.

Experience of working or supporting a government Treasury department or working on public financial management projects;

Proven knowledge and experience in assessing capacity-building needs and developing corresponding training plans.

Great ability to interpret Government policies and procedures More than 3 years proven, work experience in the General Auditing

Commission of Liberia, as a Quality Control expert, principle Auditor and Financial statement audit expert. Post conflict country in West Africa

Ability to integrate quality control procedures in management processes Experienced in identifying corrupt practices in the procurement processes

More than 7 years, proven experience in implementing quality control

programmes during audit and on-the job training of quality control reviewers in Zimbabwe, GAC, Uganda audit office and Namibia.

Experienced in working with different experts, from different cultural backgrounds.

Good analytical, communications and report writing skills. In-depth knowledge of the procedures and internal controls requirements of

accounts payables, cash management, commitment controls, and bank reconciliation functions;

Extensive experience of working with computerised public sector accounting systems;

Demonstrated knowledge of conducting staffing and management reviews in the public sector accounting function in the Governments of Zimbabwe and Liberia

Almost 20 years experience of working in public sector accounting environment, including the review and strengthening of internal controls, and the development and implementation of computerised financial management systems in the Government of Liberia and Government of Zimbabwe

Extensive working knowledge on evaluation of internal controls based on the requirements of the COSO framework and COBiT.

Evaluated the internal controls for the Ministry of Finance’ PFMS operating on the IFMIS platform for the Government of Liberia

Experience in providing quality assurance of project monitoring and evaluation;

Experience in auditing a Computerised Accounting system such as IFMIS and SAP

More than 15 consecutive years proven experience in financial statement audit in the Public sector

More than 5 years experience in audit management and control More than 15 years consecutive years experience in accounting and

auditing in the Comptroller and the Auditor-General Office of Zimbabwe as Director and Deputy Director.

Developed the GAC Quality control strategy as an AFROSAI-E/ EU short term expert

Requested by the Auditor General to provide technical advice on quality control on a single source basis

More than 10 years experience in developing work plans and review of audit working papers

Participated in AFROSAI-E as a trainer in regional capacity building

programmes for auditors and managers Short-term quality control expert to the Audit Office of Uganda and Namibia

on behalf of AFROSAI-E Great ability to interpret INTOSAI Audit Standards and implementing audit

manual Proven experience in the execution of audit plans Well adapted to the GAC environment Ability to link GAC standardised working papers to INTOSAI standards More than 10 years of proven record in reporting audit results and

developing appropriate audit opinions. More than 7 consecutive year’s proven experience in training auditors and

managers in both classroom and on-the job. Experience in auditing using IDEA package In-depth understanding in international donor funded projects In depth knowledge and understanding of the audit process and selection of

audit approach In-depth understanding of Public Sector Accounting Standards (IPSAs) and

formats of Public Sector Accounts Almost 20 years experience of managing different audit teams Almost 20 years experience in PFM in the Public Sector More than 15 years experience in conducting Human Resources Audit with

proven experience undertaking ministerial audits in the Education sector in the Government of Zimbabwe

13. Specific experience in the region:

Country Date from – to Liberia January-December 2013, May 2010 to July

2011Zimbabwe 1994- April 2010Liberia February 2008 Namibia March 2009 Uganda November 2007

14. Professional Experience:

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Company & reference person (name & contact details)

Position Description

Current assignment 01-01/2015-31/12/2014

Liberia

World Bank.General Auditing Commission

Financial Statement Audit Expert

IPFMRP WOLRD BANK PROJECT to the General Auditing Commission – Audit supportOn the job training during the audit engagements at the General Auditing Commission Providing technical guidance to GAC auditors during audit for the

following phases of the audito Planning the audito Audit executiono And reporting

Conducting classroom training for audit staff including management staff

Ensuring auditors comply with quality assurance guidelines Advising the Auditor General on audit technical issues Any other duties required by the Auditor General

01-08/2013And

Liberia BDOuk European Union and World Bank.

Financial Statement Audit

EU Long Term Technical Assistance to the General Auditing Commission – Audit supportOn the job training during the audit of the Consolidated Fund accounts

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14/01/2014 -31/12/2014

General Auditing CommissionW.S. Nanka Deputy Auditor-General

Expert Planning the audit of the 2010/2011/2011-12 and 2012/2013 GoL financial statements through training on important elements of the audit and identification of approaches during a 2 day workshop

Indentified challenges that may be faced by the GAC during the audit of the financial statements.

Demonstrated the audit process during the planning phase focusing on additional aspects related to the audit of the Consolidated financial statements

Developed detailed systems decription for the IFMIS ACCOUNTING SYSTEM Recommended practical internal controls during the audit of the

Government of Liberia Consolidated accounts. Explained the risks that could impact the Consolidated financial statements

and GAC. 20 managers and auditors were trained on the additional audit aspects to be

considered during the planning phase of the Consolidated Financial statement Audit process; o The need for auditors to understand the consolidation processo The need also to consider the requirements of ISSAI 1600o The audit flow in compliance with INTOSAI Standardso Risk assessment process

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o Control environment o Audit assertionso Linking risks identified to audit components where risk has impacto Communication and documentation during the audit process

The participants were sensitized on the challenges they will face during the audit.

A work plan was developed covering the whole audit process. Provided technical support to the team carrying out the auditQuality control advisor to the Auditor General and trainer at the General Auditing Commission, Liberia

07-08/2011

LiberiaEuropean UnionGeneral Auditing Commission

Quality Control Expert

EU Long Term Technical Assistance to the General Auditing Commission - QC support Developed the GAC quality assurance strategy Reviewed the Institutional level quality assurance system and the

individual file level Explained quality control and assurance concepts Sensitizated on the requirements of ISQC1 and ISSAI 1220 Made presentations on the link between AFROSAI-E Standardised working

papers and ASSAI Standards. Explained the purpose of the working papers used during the conduct of the audit.

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Provided On-the-job training for quality control reviewers Provide support to quality assurance by explaining and demonstrating

the application of the International Standards on Auditing (ISA) or (ISSAIs) on an audit.

Demonstrated the application of International Standard on Quality Control (ISQC) 1 to the QC staff as a pre-requisite for improving the quality of the SAIs work.

Demonstrated the application of the standardized working papers in the AFROSAI – E regularity Audit Manual.

07-08/2011

Liberia World BankGeneral Auditing Commission

Principal Auditor/ assigned to Quality Control department

Provided the services to the GAC audit teams to transfer skills and knowledge through on the job training, support for specialized audits, and assistance to assure the quality of planned audits while skills of local auditors are being developed. The services included, but not necessarily limited to the following: Developing, together with the GAC staff, a one year operational audit

plan for the audit of Government Ministries in line with the 5 year strategic plan and the audit risk matrix developed by the GAC.

Provided training on quality control systems and the application of ISQC1 and ISSAI 1220.

Carried out an in depth review of audit files before the report is finalized, in order to ensure quality of the audit work

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Provided feed back to the audit team on any additional work that need to be done,

Advised the Auditor General Ensured that at least 75% of the Ministerial audits undertaken passed the

quality control test. Provided practical guidance on how to apply INTOSAI Financial audit

guidelines (ISSAIs) Collaborated with the EU long term technical team in updating the

GAC audit manual Ensured timely execution of the annual operational plan and advising the

Auditor General on a timely basis where risks of failure to adhere to the operational plan are foreseen.

Developed, together with the GAC staff, individual audit assignment plans.

Providing guidance to the audit staff on the preparation of the audit programmes and approving such audit programmes before the assignments were executed.

Supervised individual audit assignments under my control and provided guidance on the execution of the audit programmes

Ensuring that at least 90% of the Ministerial audits will be undertaken

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timely. Preparing annual operational plans, quarterly progress reports. Translated the implementation of the audit guidelines in the GAC audit

manual to ensure compliance with international auditing standards and international best practice.

Collaborated as a facilitator with the EU Long Term Technical Assistance to GAC on the Basic Audit and Advance audit course to staff of the GAC.

2007-2010

Zimbabwe

Comptroller and Auditor-General of Zimbabwe

Director of audit

Director of audit/ Training/ Quality assurance and research and Development Managed the Audit Office Training Centre and its activities Carried out quality assurance reviews of audit files Wrote quality assurance reports to top management Formulated training policies and ensuring adherence thereto Established a uniform audit approach for the Audit Office Reviewed the performance of accounting staff in ministries and

agencies. More than 15 years experience in conducting performance

appraisal of staff and identifying performance gaps Participated in the roll out of the PFMS SAP accounting system in

the Government of Zimbabwe Reviewed existing audit approach with a view to keeping abreast of the

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best modern practice eg developed the sampling methodology for the office.

Liaised with other training institutions within and outside Zimbabwe eg Institute of Chartered Accountancy of Zimbabwe, AFROSAI-E and IDI

Approved courses, course content and developed course material Reviewed the results of training needs assessments Recommended organizational policies to enhance improved performance Facilitated and coordinated courses Conducted research and development on topical and other issues and

keeping the office updated on current developments Developed annual plan and budgets for training programmes Followed up and monitored SAI commitment to quality assurance Represented the Office as a member on the Audit Standards and Practice

Committee at the Institute of Chartered Accountancy of Zimbabwe. Participated as a member of the Budget and procurement Committee,

Human Resources and Development Committee and the Quality Assurance Committee of the Office.

Contributed as a member of the public sector reform to the implementation of the Results Based Management System.

Recommending organizational policies to enhance improved performance

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03/2009 Namibia

Audit Office of NamibiaAFROSAI-EAUDITOR –GENERAL OF NAMIBIA


The main objective of the support visit is to assist the SAI of Namibia to determine whether audits comply with international standards and to make recommendations on how the quality of audits could improve.

In addition, the resource team assessed the quality assurance system implemented at the SAI and make recommendations to the SAI on its functioning.

The following aspects were addressed during the support visit:o Quality control reviews on financial auditso Collate findings and report back to the Auditor-Generalo Assess the quality assurance system at the SAI and make

recommendations to the Auditor-General on its functionality and its appropriateness

o Train quality control reviewerso On-the-job training exposure for reviewers on how to go about a review

02/2008 Liberia General Auditing Commission


The main objective of the support visit is to assist the SAI of Liberia to determine whether audits comply with international standards and to make recommendations on how the quality of audits could improve. In addition, the resource team assessed the quality assurance system implemented at the SAI and make recommendations to the SAI on its functioning.

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The following aspects were addressed during the support visit: Quality control reviews on financial audits Collate findings and report back to the Auditor-General Assess the quality assurance system at the SAI and make recommendations

to the Auditor-General on its functionality and its appropriateness Train quality control reviewers On-the-job training exposure for reviewers on how to go about a review Develop a Quality Control Strategy

11/2007 Uganda Audit Office of UgandaAFROSAI-EAUDITOR –GENERAL OF UGANDA


The main objective of the support visit is to assist the SAI of Uganda to determine whether audits comply with international standards and to make recommendations on how the quality of audits could improve.

In addition, the resource team assessed the quality assurance system implemented at the SAI and make recommendations to the SAI on its functioning.

The following aspects were addressed during the support visit:o Quality control reviews on financial auditso Collate findings and report back to the Auditor-Generalo Assess the quality assurance system at the SAI and make

recommendations to the Auditor-General on its functionality and its appropriateness

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o Train quality control reviewerso On-the-job training exposure for reviewers on how to go about a review

1994-2006

Zimbabwe

Comptroller and Auditor-General of Zimbabwe

Deputy Director of Audit/ Audit Manager

Planned and managed the work of audit teams under my control Co-coordinated the work of senior auditors, auditors, audit

assistants and any other subordinate staff Scrutinised all accounts audited by subordinate staff and identified matters

for the attention of Management Compiled audit management letters, examined and edited audit reports

prepared by subordinates Gave on-the-job training to junior personnel Drew up and reviewed audit programmes and questionnaires and

ensuring that adjustments are made to cater for changes, circumstances or new developments in auditing

Directed audit tours including local inspections Directed, supervised audit investigations Organised and attended entrance and exit meetings Prepared monthly progress reports for the section; annual staff

performance reports; special staff reports Attended to staff disciplinary problems and other matters and take

appropriate action

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Identified training needs Supervised the filing and ensuring proper record keeping Appraised the annual audited accounts of statutory Manager in-Charge of audits of:

o Higher and Tertiary Education Audito Youth Development, Gender and Employment Creationo Small and Medium Enterprises Development o Ministry of Defenceo Parliament

From: 2000 to: 2003, Senior Auditor (Training) Assisted the manager training in the day to day running of the training

function Assisted in the identification of training needs Assisted in the design and implementation of courses Updated training materials Compiled and updated instructor’s and participant’s manuals Assisted in the evaluation of effectiveness of courses Followed up trainees and evaluate performance with a view to enhancing on

the job training From: 1997 to: 2000, Senior Auditor (Financial auditing)

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Carried out and reviewed interim and final account audits Trained subordinate on the job Prepared and updated audit programmes and questionnaires Identified matters for the attention of management Compiled and presented reports and edited work produced by juniors Drew Deputy Director’s attention to disciplinary problems Drafted staff performance reports Identified training needs and communicated them to the training centre Undertook other function as delegated by my manager Involved in entrance and exit meetings Assisted in the checking of timesheetsSome of the Accounts AuditedMinistries: Local government and National Housing, Mines, Home Affairs, Defense and Education Fund Accounts: National Housing Fund, Housing and Guarantee Fund, Mining Industry Loan Fund, and Community and Co-operative DevelopmentFrom: 1994 to: 1997, Auditor Verified accounting records or equivalent Designed audit procedures for implementation Assisted management in the review of internal control systems and

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checking adherence thereto as well as making the necessary recommendations to management

Carried out Value for Money audits Produced audit reports

15. Other relevant information: Other Training:

Public Debt audit conducted by INTOSAI DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (IDI) 2008-2011 Quality control in the conduct of audits of financial statements conducted by AFROSAI-E Regularity Audit course with emphasis on how to implement an audit manual based on the requirements of ISSAI conducted by

AFROSAI-E Train the trainer course on the implementation of the Regularity audit manual conducted by conducted by AFROSAI-E Train the Trainers course International Public Sector Accounting Standards IPSAs Audit of Public works projects conducted by the Board of Audit Japan Current at Professional stage ACCA, Current studying for Certified Fraud Examination

16. Certification:

I, the undersigned, certify that to the best of my knowledge and belief, this CV correctly describes my self, my qualifications, and my experience. I understand that any wilful misstatement described herein may lead to my disqualification or dismissal, if engaged.

Date: June 19, 2014 Musiyiwa Chitakunye[Signature of staff member or authorized representative of the staff] Day/Month/Year

Full name of authorized representative: Musiyiwa Chitakunye

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