Institution Background
WHO leads global efforts to expand universal health coverage. We direct and coordinate the world’s response to health emergencies. And we promote healthier lives – from pregnancy care through old age. Our Triple Billion targets outline an ambitious plan for the world to achieve good health for all using science-based policies and programmes.
Internal Audit function
WHO relies on a global network of human and financial resources in order to achieve its overall mission of health for all. This network depends on streamlined processes across governance groups and the workforce to ensure that risks are identified and managed, and programmes are operating economically and sustainably.
To achieve this, the Office of Audit conducts internal audits, which are independent, objective assurance and advisory activities designed to add value and improve the Organization’s operations. These audits use a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluating and improving the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes within WHO. The Office of Audit conducts different types of internal audits, including integrated, and operational and information technology.