Sr. Mgr. Standards & Professional Guidance

SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director/Senior Director, Standards and Professional Guidance develop and deliver relevant and timely knowledge and guidance for the profession of internal auditing. Serve as a subject matter expert in Sustainability/ESG on the Standards and Professional Guidance team and as a content developer and project manager to produce Sustainability related professional guidance, thought leadership, and tools through collaboration with global subject matter experts.

Identify emerging issues and participate as a subject matter expert in sustainability areas as The IIA defines relevant strategies to address these topics in alignment with the overarching enterprise content strategy.

Assist the Director/Senior, Standards and Professional Guidance Serve in their role as staff liaison to the Global Sustainability Knowledge Group and in the execution of a strategic plan ensuring that new guidance is developed to address the evolving expectations of the internal auditing profession globally and that existing guidance is periodically reviewed for relevancy.

Collaborate across the organization on initiatives to advance The IIA’s strategic objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Professional Guidance Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution and achievement of a strategic plan for the development of sustainability guidance.
• Update and promulgate the International Professional Practices Framework® (IPPF®) via development and maintenance of Supplemental Guidance (practice guides and GTAGs®).
• Leverage personal internal audit subject matter expertise to develop high quality guidance.
• Serve as content developer and project manager for the development of supplemental guidance through collaboration with IIA global volunteer and virtual teams.
• Synthesize input from various subject matter experts to draft and revise guidance.
• Conduct research, analysis, and remain current on emerging issues affecting the global internal auditing profession. Act as a subject matter expert on behalf of The IIA.
• Respond to inquiries from members, nonmembers, employees, organizations, quality assurance reviewers, etc., for interpretation of IIA guidance.
• Build relationships with IIA affiliates and subject matter experts to grow the portfolio of guidance and pool of subject matter experts.
• Contribute to the development of marketing strategies and plans for promoting guidance.
• Define the value proposition for each piece of guidance.
• Advise and collaborate with marketing and public relations in preparing web events, IPPF-related promotional literature, and other communications.
• Proactively support and promote the IPPF.

Cross-Functional Team Responsibilities

• Provide internal audit guidance to members, IIA staff and management, IIA volunteers and Executive Committee members. This includes:

• Providing editorial content for various IIA publications.
• Defining the value proposition of the IPPF in partnership with Marketing.
• Participating in speaking engagements, conference sessions, and webinars on behalf of The IIA.
• Preparing PowerPoint presentations serving various constituents such as IIA executive leadership, chapters, institutes, and more.
• Review of technical content in courses and publications as requested.

• Serve as a champion for and participant in the content strategy of The IIA to provide valuable content to our members.
• Leverage various internal data inputs to develop outputs that increase the value proposition to members. Integrate Standards and Guidance with various IIA products and services.
• Lend subject matter expertise to other IIA products and services and serve on cross-functional teams as needed.
• Collaborate within and among the Standards and Professional Knowledge team as well as build and sustain strong partnerships throughout the entire IIA staff, institute, and volunteer organization.
• Work with Global Advocacy to assist in generating official responses to publications and projects from other professional organizations, government agencies, and regulatory bodies.
• Lend subject matter expertise to other IIA products and services and serve on cross-functional teams as needed.
• Complete ad hoc projects as required by executive management within The IIA.
• Other specialized duties may be assigned according to the needs of the business.

Critical Success Factors

• In-depth understanding of sustainability issues, including environmental and social risks, evolving global ESG standards and regulations, as well as trends and best practices.
• Demonstrated ability in providing objective assurance and advice on ESG reporting and sustainability matters to both management and the board.
• Strategic and innovative mindset relative to value creation.
• Ability to engage and facilitate virtual teams.
• Strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to proactively promote the value of the IPPF.
• Ability to think globally.
• Demonstrated experience prioritizing and balancing multiple, on-going high-profile projects with ability to meet critical deadlines.
• Proven ability to oversee all aspects of projects from start to finish.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.
• Demonstrated significant attention to detail.
• High degree of reliability and integrity.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This role coordinates and evaluates various teams of volunteer subject matter experts. This role also provides feedback to technical writers, either directly or indirectly on a project management basis.

The role also requires strong collaboration skills within and among the Standards and Guidance team as well as strong collaboration partnerships throughout the entire IIA staff, institute, and volunteer organization.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelors’ degree from accredited college or university required. Seven or more years internal audit and related experience with one to three years at the people leader level. Experience with a professional service organization/ professional association is highly desirable. Experience with an international organization is an asset to any role within The IIA.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) is required for the job. Other certifications in governance, risk management, or control specialties are also considered a plus.

Computer Skills

Intermediate or higher ability to work in a computerized environment with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, SharePoint, and databases. Working knowledge of collaboration applications, Audit / GRC Solutions, ERP software, data analytics tools, etc. desirable.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write presentations and articles for publication or live presentation that conform to prescribed style and format. While English is the required core language for this position, the ability to read, write, and speak multiple languages is an asset to any role within The IIA.

Other Skills and abilities

Excellent leadership and communication skills are needed to work with other professional organizations, governments, and regulatory bodies and influence their decision making. Ability to handle multiple priorities, lead and work in work teams, conduct business in a global environment and represent The IIA to other organizations. Strong presentation, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills are a must.

Analytical Thinking and Problem Solving

Evaluates key business challenges within area & develops business strategy or new solutions. Ability to take a complex topic and communicate it in easily understandable terms. Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgment and identify innovative solutions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and color vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Travel

Occasional travel is required.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position will require work in our Headquarters office in Lake Mary, FL 40% of the time.