The 3rd Public Sector Internal Audit Conference

RE:  INVITATION TO THE 3^RD PUBLIC SECTOR GOVERNANCE FORUM, MASTERCLASS & INTERNAL AUDITORS CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN MWANZA, 24^TH - 28^TH MARCH 2025

Greetings from the IIA Tanzania!

We are pleased to invite you, the Board, Audit Committee, Management, Chief Internal Auditor, Internal Auditors, Risk Officers, Legal Officers, and other staff of your organization to attend our premier events: Public Sector Governance Forum, Public Sector Master Class, and Public Sector Internal Auditors Conference that will take place at Malaika Hotel - Mwanza, From 24^th -28^th March 2025.

THE 3RD PUBLIC SECTOR GOVERNANCE FORUM: Date: 24th – 25th March 2025, Malaika Hotel - Mwanza

The Public Sector Governance Forum is a premier forum that brings together governance stakeholders to share experiences and explore new and emerging developments in governance. This year’s theme, "Public Sector Internal Auditors: Guardians of Public Trust," highlights the transformative role of internal auditors in strengthening governance, accountability, and transparency within the public sector.

The Forum is highly relevant to internal auditors and key governance stakeholders, including board members and committees, audit committees, parliamentary oversight committees, chief executive officers, accounting officers, risk managers, legal managers, chief audit executives, board secretaries, management members, and operational managers. Participants will engage in insightful discussions and contribute to solutions for critical governance challenges in the public sector.

THE 3RD PUBLIC SECTOR INTERNAL AUDIT CONFERENCE: Date 26th – 28th March 2025, Malaika Hotel - Mwanza

Following the Governance Forum, a three-day Public Sector Internal Auditors Conference will take place. The Public Sector Internal Auditors Conference is a specialized platform that brings together internal audit practitioners and stakeholders to exchange practical experiences and learn about innovative approaches and techniques shaping the internal audit profession. The theme, "Public Sector Internal Auditors: Guardians of Public Trust," underscores the vital role internal auditors play in safeguarding public resources and ensuring accountability.

This forum is a must-attend event for internal auditors, risk officers, accountants, and other     interested stakeholders, offering numerous professional benefits for individuals and organizations alike. Over 200 public sector internal auditors from government institutions, agencies, and local government authorities are expected to participate.

THE 1ST PUBLIC SECTOR MASTER CLASS: Date: 24th – 25th March 2025. Malaika Hotel - Mwanza

The 3rd Public Sector Master class will focus on delivers an enhanced level of knowledge of the professional practice of internal auditing to experienced Internal Audit practitioners, those who are pursuing an understanding of the internal audit nomenclature as new practitioners and external auditors who are transitioning to internal auditing through an in-depth exploration of the domains, principles, and global standards, equipping participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to enhance audit effectiveness and compliance. The workshop is also ideal for staff of a new internal audit department who are preparing for building a Quality Assurance Improvement Program.

Key Topics to be discussed during the events include.

• Comprehensive Overview on the Revised Public Procurement Act by PPRA
• Technical Audit (Value for Money - VFM)
• Root Cause Analysis
• Report Writing and effective communication
• IPSAS 41: How to Apply the ECL Model
• Data Privacy Laws
• Global Internal Audit Standards
• Internal Audit stakeholder’s relationship
• Unlocking Organizational Potential: The Value-Adding Role of Internal Audit
• The Power of Data Analytics and Visualization in the Public Sector
• The Role of the Audit Committee in Promoting Public Accountability
• Building Trust Through Internal Audit: Strengthening Governance in the Public Sector
• Internal Audit as a Strategic Partner: Driving Innovation and Accountability in the Public Sector
• Building a High-Performing Internal Audit Team (Agile Auditing)
• Internal Auditor as trusted Advisor in Organization
• Elevating Internal Audit Performance: Methodologies, Tools, Techniques, and Strategies
• Crisis Management and Business Continuity: How the Board and Audit Committee Drive Resilience
• Integrating Risk Management into Corporate Culture: The Board and Audit Committee’s Role in Driving Change.