Morupule Coal Mine (MCM) is inviting applications from suitably qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Internal Auditor – Services based in Palapye, Botswana.

This opportunity is suitable for candidates with a background in Accounting or Internal Auditing, relevant professional studies such as ACCA, CIMA or CIA, and approximately 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Job Details

Position: Internal Auditor – Services
Company: Morupule Coal Mine (MCM)
Location: Palapye, Botswana
Job Category: Accounting & Auditing / Internal Audit
Experience: 3–5 years
Closing Date: 20 August 2026

Job Purpose

The purpose of the Internal Auditor – Services position is to conduct audits in accordance with Morupule Coal Mine’s established Internal Audit standards, protocols and methodology.

The successful candidate will provide risk-based assurance and advisory services while evaluating governance, risk management, internal controls, compliance and the effectiveness of operational, financial and business processes.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Planning and executing risk-based assurance and advisory engagements.
• Conducting engagements in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF).
• Developing audit plans.
• Defining audit scope and objectives.
• Evaluating governance processes.
• Assessing risk-management practices.
• Evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls.
• Reviewing compliance with applicable legislation, standards, policies and technical requirements.
• Assessing the effectiveness and efficiency of operational, financial and business processes.
• Identifying opportunities to improve organisational performance.
• Identifying opportunities to optimise costs.
• Recommending measures that strengthen organisational resilience.
• Engaging management throughout the audit process.
• Communicating audit findings clearly and professionally.
• Agreeing practical recommendations and corrective actions with management.
• Monitoring implementation of agreed management action plans.
• Preparing high-quality audit working papers.
• Compiling professional audit reports and presentations.
• Providing clear, evidence-based assurance and advisory recommendations.
• Conducting investigations and special reviews where required.
• Undertaking advisory engagements.
• Providing guidance on governance, risk management and internal controls.
• Supporting business process improvements.
• Identifying emerging organisational risks.
• Promoting continuous improvement of internal audit methodologies.
• Supporting effective use of audit tools and data analytics.
• Maintaining productive relationships with stakeholders.
• Promoting compliance with Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) requirements.
• Maintaining professional competence through continuous learning and adherence to ethical standards.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants must have:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Accountancy or Internal Audit, and
• Part-qualification in ACCA, CIMA or CIA

Experience

Applicants require:

• 3–5 years of relevant experience

Professional Registration

Applicants must be registered and in good standing with:

• BICA – Botswana Institute of Chartered Accountants, or
• IIA – Institute of Internal Auditors

Added Advantage

Experience using the following will be advantageous:

• TeamMate, or
• Other audit management software.

Technical Competencies

Candidates should demonstrate strong abilities in:

• Internal Auditing
• Analytical and critical thinking
• Working under minimal supervision
• Time management
• Teamwork
• Oral presentation
• Written communication
• Report writing

The position requires someone capable of independently analysing business processes, identifying control weaknesses and risks, and presenting practical recommendations to management.

How to Apply

Candidates who meet the requirements should prepare a professional application and submit it to Morupule Coal Mine.

Applications should be addressed to:

Head of Human Resources
Morupule Coal Mine
Private Bag 35
Palapye, Botswana

Email Applications

Send your application to:

recruitment@mcm.co.bw

Email Subject

Applicants are specifically instructed to state the position they are applying for in the email subject line.

A suitable subject would be:

Internal Auditor – Services

Closing Date

20 August 2026

Applicants should submit their applications before the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What position is available at Morupule Coal Mine?

Morupule Coal Mine is recruiting for an Internal Auditor – Services position.

2. Where is the position based?

The vacancy is based at Morupule Coal Mine in Palapye, Botswana.

3. What qualification do I need?

You need a Degree or equivalent in Accountancy or Internal Audit, together with part-qualification in ACCA, CIMA or CIA.

4. How much experience is required?

Applicants need 3–5 years of relevant experience.

5. Is professional registration required?

Yes. Applicants should be registered and in good standing with BICA or IIA.

6. Do I need to be fully ACCA, CIMA or CIA qualified?

The vacancy specifically states part-qualification in ACCA/CIMA/CIA, so full completion is not listed as a minimum requirement.

7. Is experience with TeamMate compulsory?

No. Experience using TeamMate or another audit management system is listed as an added advantage.

8. What type of audits will I perform?

The role involves risk-based assurance and advisory engagements covering areas such as governance, risk management, internal controls, compliance and operational, financial and business processes.

9. What should I put as the email subject?

Use the position you are applying for, for example:

Internal Auditor – Services

10. Where should applications be sent?

Applications should be emailed to recruitment@mcm.co.bw and addressed to the Head of Human Resources.

11. What is the closing date?

The closing date is 20 August 2026.

Possible Interview Questions

These are possible questions based on the advertised responsibilities and requirements and are not confirmed Morupule Coal Mine interview questions.

1. Tell us about your internal auditing experience.

Focus on your 3–5 years of relevant experience, including the types of audits you have performed, industries you have worked in and your responsibilities during the audit lifecycle.

2. How do you plan a risk-based internal audit?

Explain how you identify key risks, determine objectives and scope, assess existing controls, develop testing procedures, gather evidence and report findings.

3. What is the purpose of internal auditing within an organisation?

Discuss independent assurance, governance, risk management, internal controls, compliance and improving organisational processes.

4. What do you understand about the IIA International Professional Practice Framework?

Be prepared to explain how professional internal audit standards guide audit planning, execution, reporting, ethics and quality.

5. How do you evaluate whether an internal control is effective?

Explain how you understand the risk, identify the relevant control, assess its design and test whether it operates effectively.

6. Tell us about a significant control weakness you identified during an audit.

Use a practical example and structure your answer around the Situation, Task, Action and Result (STAR) method.

7. How would you handle management disagreeing with an audit finding?

Emphasise evidence-based findings, professional communication, understanding management’s position, maintaining objectivity and working toward practical corrective actions.

8. What experience do you have with TeamMate or other audit software?

Explain which audit-management systems you have used and how you used them for planning, working papers, evidence, findings, reviews or reporting.

9. How do you ensure your audit working papers are of a high standard?

Discuss completeness, accuracy, evidence, referencing, reviewability and ensuring conclusions are supported by documented audit work.

10. How would you identify emerging risks within Morupule Coal Mine?

Discuss stakeholder engagement, risk assessments, business changes, regulatory developments, operational data, industry developments and previous audit findings.

11. How can data analytics improve internal auditing?

Explain how analytics can identify unusual transactions, trends, exceptions, control failures and areas of elevated risk.

12. What is the difference between internal audit and external audit?

Internal audit generally focuses on governance, risk, controls and organisational improvement, while external audit primarily provides independent assurance on financial statements.

13. How do you prioritise several audits with competing deadlines?

Discuss risk prioritisation, planning, communication, resource allocation and effective time management.

14. Why do you want to work for Morupule Coal Mine?

Prepare an answer connecting your auditing background with the opportunity to contribute to governance, risk management, internal controls and operational improvement within a major mining environment.

15. Why should we appoint you as Internal Auditor – Services?

A strong answer should connect your Accounting/Internal Audit qualification, ACCA/CIMA/CIA progress, 3–5 years of experience, professional registration, analytical skills, report-writing ability and knowledge of risk-based auditing directly to the requirements of the role.