notice_summary_english: Hiring a consulting firm to support the Information Systems (IS) Audit Division at Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) to audit Information Systems in selected MDAs (NRA and AGD)
Reference No.: SL-MOF-484836-CS-CQS
The Government of Sierra Leone has received financing from the World Bank toward the cost of the Accountable Governance for Basic Service Delivery Project (AGBSDP) and intends to apply part of the proceeds for consulting services.
Objective of Activity
The primary objective of this engagement is to enhance the IT audit capabilities of ASSL by conducting the audit jointly with the selected firm. The firm will work as part of the ASSL audit team, providing technical guidance, methodology, and hands-on training throughout the audit process. This approach aligns with the mandate and powers of the Office of the Auditor General and ensures sustainable capacity building within ASSL.
The principal objectives of the assignment are to:
1)         Offer technical assistance and expert advice and improve capacity-building support of information audits on IS audit;
2)         Provide coaching and mentoring for staff to undertake IS audit engagements;
3)         Review the current IS audit practices and documentation at ASSL to ascertain whether it fits the key requirement of the global IS audit standards;
Scope of Assignment and Services
The activities to be carried out by the firm include:
Audit performance and reporting
Execute IT audit procedures jointly with ASSL audit staff, ensuring knowledge transfer through hands-on-involvement.
 Location
The firm will be stationed in the ASSL office, and the assignment will be primarily conducted in Freetown.
Any other related duties as may be assigned by the Auditor-General.
OUTPUTS/DELIVERABLES
Phase 1: Inception and Planning
Conduct an initial skills assessment survey to gauge current capacity levels in IS auditing.
Develop a general IS risk register
Phase 2: Capacity Building and Training
Roll out cu