UNITY MONKGOGI MAKUBATE
Internal Auditor
Gaborone,Botswana
Risk comes from not knowing what you are doing.
Warren Buffett
Summary
Experienced Audit and Compliance Professional with 15+ years of expertise in auditing, risk management, and regulatory compliance across diverse industries. Proven track record in conducting compliance audits, governance assessments, and regulatory evaluations to ensure organizations adhere to legal and policy frameworks. Committed to advancing the field of data protection and privacy compliance by leveraging a solid background in regulatory oversight and risk assessment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Internal Auditor
Botswana Power Corporation
Gaborone, Botswana
03.2015 - Current
- Conduct compliance audits focused on corporate governance, financial integrity, and risk management
- Conducted an average of 7 wide scope process risk based audits per annum.
- Assess internal control structures to ensure compliance with regulatory policies and frameworks, including emerging data protection regulations for each auditconducted.
- Led the BPC Combined Assurance Committee on behalf of the Internal Audit department toward development of a combined assurance policy and framework.
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Produced audit reports.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthroughs for compliance with documented processes.
- Provide assurance on policies by conducting policy reviews and checking for alignment with governance best practices.
- Evaluate access controls within SAP ERP, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards for financial and operational data integrity
- Deliver compliance-related training to enhance awareness of risk mitigation and governance frameworks
- Automated auditing processes using ACL Analytics and Highbond Robotics, improving real-time risk monitoring and operational efficiency
Internal Auditor
Botswana Railways
Mahalapye, Central District
02.2011 - 11.2014
- Led risk-based audits, ensuring adherence to corporate policies, financial regulations, and internal control standards
- Conducted assessments on regulatory compliance, including governance and risk mitigation strategies
- Conducted an average of four (4) audits per annum.
- Provided recommendations for strengthening corporate accountability and policy enforcement
- Documented recommendations to improve internal controls.
- Identified and reported audit issues.
- Performed internal audits of financial and departmental operations, developing risk assessments and conducting process walkthrough for compliance with documented processes.
Cooperative Auditor I
Ministry Of Trade & Industry
Mahalapye, Central District
06.2007 - 01.2011
- Conducted audits of cooperative businesses to ensure regulatory compliance and financial governance
- Assisted in the development of internal policies and compliance procedures for improved accountability
- Provided advisory services to support organizations in meeting legal (Cooperatives Act) and policy obligations
- Analyzed data and findings to prepare reports detailing financial information.
- Maintained confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of the audit process.
Education
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting
01.2001 - 12.2004
Skills
Regulatory Compliance & Governance
Risk Management
Compliance Auditing (Financial and Operational)
SAP ERP Auditing & Controls (IS-U, MM, HR, Finance)
Policy Review & Assessment
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement
Leadership & Team Management
ACL Analytics and Highbond Robotics
Risk Assessment and Control Frameworks
Audit planning
Internal controls
Regulations and compliance
Certification
ACL Certified Data Analyst – ACDA Level 1
Accomplishments
- Conducted numerous regulatory and compliance audits, ensuring organizations meet legal and policy obligations.
- Provided strategic recommendations that enhanced corporate governance and compliance with evolving regulations.
- Automated compliance auditing processes, improving risk monitoring and operational efficiencies.
- Led corporate engagements on regulatory governance, including leading the Combined Assurance Committee on behalf of the Internal Audit IA) Team and representing the IA team at the Innovation Committee.
- Successfully advised leadership on risk and compliance, strengthening internal audit controls.
Affiliations
- AIPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals)
- IIA (Institute of Internal Auditors) Botswana
- BICA (Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants)
- Active Participant, Audit and Data Analytics Forums
Attributes
- Detail-oriented and analytical, with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and governance.
- Excellent communication and advisory skills, able to interpret and apply legal and policy frameworks effectively.
- Committed to continuous learning, with a keen interest in expanding knowledge in data protection and privacy regulations.
Timeline
Internal Auditor - Botswana Power Corporation
03.2015 - Current
Internal Auditor - Botswana Railways
02.2011 - 11.2014
Cooperative Auditor I - Ministry Of Trade & Industry
06.2007 - 01.2011
North-West University - Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting
01.2001 - 12.2004
Work Availability
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Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Work Preference
Location Preference
RemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveCompany Culture401k matchInterests
Reading
Fitness
Gardening