Internal Audit is a staff function and in no way should be involved in the preparation of original data.
The Internal Audit is an advisory function rather than an operating function, it is not given the authority to make or direct changes. Its method of operation is to make independent analysis, reviews and evaluations of existing activities and procedures, and report on the condition found and recommend changes or other action for the consideration of management and operating officials.
Scope
The scope of Internal Audit within the Ministry of Justice extends to Accounting, Office Management, Building and Projects, and Personnel. Other areas covered include the Courts, Attorney Generals Department and Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions.
The audit scope is driven by the audit objective, which determine whether the audit to be conducted is financial, performance or a combination of both.
Mission:
To collaborate with management to strengthen the management systems and practices in the Ministry its departments and agencies.
To apply professional standards and independently appraise the financial management and operational systems and practices to ascertain:
- The adequacy and reliability of management information
And records;
- How best to safeguard assets and prevent waste and
extravagance;
- The extent of compliance with laws, regulations, policies
And procedures; and
- Whether resources are utilized in the most efficient, economical and effective manner in achieving national objectives.
Vision:
To be acknowledged for the provision of meaningful, excellent and Professional Internal Audit Services within the Ministry of Justice and be seen as part of the development process for continuous improvement of the system.
Contact Information:
2 Oxford Road,
5,
The Annex
(876) 960 - 9547
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