Job Vacancy at DCB Commercial Bank PLC – August 2026

Manager, Internal Audit Job at DCB Commercial Bank – August 2026

DCB Commercial Bank PLC is inviting applications from qualified and experienced professionals for the position of Manager, Internal Audit based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.

The position offers an opportunity for an experienced audit professional to take a leadership role in evaluating the Bank's internal controls, governance and risk-management processes while supporting the development of the Internal Audit team.

Candidates should have solid experience in internal or external auditing, preferably within banking or another financial institution, together with proven team-management experience.

Job Overview

Organization: DCB Commercial Bank PLC
Position: Manager, Internal Audit
Job ID: 141041
Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Industry: Banking and Financial Services
Application Deadline: 25 August 2026

About DCB Commercial Bank PLC

DCB Commercial Bank PLC is a retail and commercial bank operating in Tanzania and serving different categories of customers.

Its customer base includes:

• Individuals

• Microfinance customers

• Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)

• Large corporate clients

The Bank delivers its services through a network that includes more than eight branches, over 1,000 DCB Wakala Agents and more than 280 Umoja Switch ATMs across Tanzania.

About the Manager, Internal Audit Role

The Manager, Internal Audit will help strengthen DCB Bank's internal control environment by planning and conducting different types of audit assignments.

The successful candidate will independently assess areas such as risk management, governance, regulatory compliance and operational controls and recommend improvements where weaknesses or inefficiencies are identified.

The role also involves managing audit assignments, working with departments across the Bank and coaching Internal Audit team members.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Plan and Conduct Audit Assignments

The Manager, Internal Audit will plan and carry out different forms of audit reviews, including:

• Financial audits

• Regulatory audits

• Systems audits

• Compliance audits

• Operational audits

The objective will be to independently evaluate the effectiveness of the Bank's risk-management, governance and internal-control processes.

Evaluate Internal Controls

The successful candidate will periodically review the Bank's internal-control systems to determine whether they remain effective.

Responsibilities will include:

• Identifying existing control weaknesses.

• Recognizing potential control gaps before they become serious problems.

• Identifying opportunities for cost savings.

• Recommending improvements to operational efficiency.

• Assessing whether controls remain appropriate for changing business conditions.

Monitor Emerging Risks

The Manager will proactively assess risks and internal controls against developments in the market and wider economic environment.

This requires the ability to understand how changing conditions may affect:

• Banking operations.

• Financial risks.

• Regulatory compliance.

• Internal controls.

• Business processes.

Candidates should therefore have strong analytical abilities and a good understanding of risks affecting financial institutions.

Performance Audits and Special Investigations

The successful candidate may also be required to conduct:

• Performance audits.

• Special audit reviews.

• Investigations requested by appropriate authorities.

These assignments may involve sensitive information and will require a high level of professional judgement, independence, integrity and confidentiality.

Stakeholder Engagement

Effective Internal Audit requires constructive working relationships with the departments being reviewed.

The Manager will maintain professional engagement with stakeholders throughout the audit process to encourage cooperation and ensure reviews are completed efficiently.

Responsibilities include:

• Communicating audit requirements clearly.

• Coordinating with departments.

• Requesting and reviewing relevant information.

• Discussing audit findings professionally.

• Maintaining productive relationships without compromising audit independence.

Recommend Improvements

The Manager, Internal Audit will recommend changes to policies and procedures where improvements are necessary.

Recommendations should contribute to:

• Stronger internal controls.

• Improved risk management.

• Better regulatory compliance.

• Greater operational efficiency.

• Achievement of the Internal Audit Department's objectives.

• Achievement of the Bank's wider goals.

Follow Up Audit Findings

The role does not end when an audit report is issued.

The Manager will also help individual departments track agreed audit and bank examination actions until they are completed.

This includes:

• Maintaining follow-up information.

• Monitoring outstanding corrective actions.

• Engaging departments responsible for implementation.

• Tracking progress.

• Reporting unresolved issues where necessary.

Audit and Risk Committee Support

The successful candidate will support the preparation and presentation of papers for the Bank's Audit and Risk Committees.

This requires strong report-writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate audit findings and risk issues clearly to senior stakeholders.

Coordination With External Auditors

The Manager will also coordinate relevant audit activities with external auditors.

This may involve:

• Coordinating audit schedules.

• Facilitating access to relevant documentation.

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• Sharing appropriate audit information.

• Supporting external reviews.

• Following up findings requiring management attention.

Team Leadership and Development

The position includes responsibility for supporting the professional growth of Internal Audit team members.

The Manager will:

• Monitor employee performance.

• Coach team members.

• Mentor audit staff.

• Provide guidance on audit methodology.

• Support team members during audit assignments.

• Promote consistent application of audit processes and professional standards.

Applicants should therefore demonstrate both technical audit expertise and people-management capabilities.

Required Academic Qualifications

Applicants should possess a Bachelor's degree from a recognized university in one of the following areas or another relevant field:

• Commerce

• Informatics

• Statistics

• Related discipline

Professional Certification

Applicants should possess a relevant professional certification in auditing.

A CPA qualification will be considered an added advantage.

Candidates should clearly indicate their professional certifications in their CV.

Required Work Experience

Applicants should have at least:

Five years of relevant experience in internal or external auditing.

Experience within a financial institution will be particularly valuable.

Candidates should be able to demonstrate experience appropriate to the responsibilities of a managerial audit position.

Management Experience

Applicants should also have at least:

Three years of experience managing a team.

The successful candidate will therefore need to demonstrate previous responsibility for supervising, mentoring or managing employees.

Required Knowledge and Competencies

Candidates should have an in-depth understanding of:

• Internal controls.

• Risk management.

• Banking regulations.

• Financial-services regulatory requirements.

• Corporate governance.

• Compliance.

• Audit processes.

• Financial-services risks.

The ideal candidate should also demonstrate:

• Strong analytical abilities.

• Attention to detail.

• Professional judgement.

• Leadership skills.

• Stakeholder-management abilities.

• Good communication skills.

• Report-writing skills.

• High integrity.

• Confidentiality.

• Ability to manage multiple audit assignments.

Who Should Consider Applying?

This position may be particularly suitable for professionals currently working in roles such as:

• Internal Audit Manager.

• Senior Internal Auditor.

• Audit Supervisor.

• External Audit Manager.

• Risk and Assurance Manager.

• Senior Auditor within a bank or financial institution.

However, applicants should assess their actual qualifications and experience against the vacancy requirements rather than relying only on their current job title.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their application by email to:

recruitment@dcb.co.tz

Candidates should ensure their application clearly demonstrates relevant audit experience, team-management responsibilities, academic qualifications and professional certifications.

Application Deadline

Applications should be submitted no later than:

25 August 2026

Applicants who meet the requirements are encouraged to submit their applications early rather than waiting until the final day.

Important Application Notice

Hard-copy or physical applications will not be accepted.

Candidates should therefore use the email application method stated in the vacancy announcement.

Before sending your application, check that your contact information and supporting documents are accurate and up to date.

Tips for Preparing Your Application

Because this is a managerial audit position, your CV should clearly demonstrate the level and impact of your previous responsibilities.

Where applicable, highlight achievements such as:

• Major audit assignments successfully completed.

• Internal-control weaknesses identified and corrected.

• Audit recommendations implemented.

• Regulatory or compliance audits conducted.

• Banking audits completed.

• Special investigations managed.

• Audit teams supervised.

• Improvements introduced to audit methodologies.

• Audit and Risk Committee reporting experience.

• Coordination with external auditors.

Measurable achievements can help demonstrate the value you have delivered in previous audit roles.

Important Notice to Job Seekers

Applicants should never make payments to individuals claiming they can guarantee employment, shortlisting or an interview at DCB Commercial Bank.

Provide accurate information concerning your education, professional certifications and employment history and submit your application only through the recruitment email stated in the vacancy.

Conclusion

The Manager, Internal Audit position at DCB Commercial Bank PLC is a senior opportunity for experienced audit professionals with strong knowledge of banking controls, risk management, governance and regulatory compliance.

Applicants should possess a relevant Bachelor's degree, professional auditing certification, at least five years of internal or external audit experience and a minimum of three years of team-management experience.

Qualified candidates should submit their applications to recruitment@dcb.co.tz before 25 August 2026.