Tenders Are Invited For External Audit Firm

Tenders are invited for External Audit Firm. 1. Background ABAAD-Resources Center for Gender Equality implemented the project 1325 funded by the Spanish Agency for International Development Cooperation (AECID). In line with AECID requirements for final justification, an independent external audit is required to verify the proper use of funds and the completeness of supporting documentation. 2. Objective of the Assignment The objective of this assignment is to enable the auditor to express an independent opinion on whether: - Project funds have been used in accordance with the approved budget and grant agreement. - Financial information is accurate, complete, and properly supported. - All documentation required under AECIDs final justification checklist has been prepared and maintained. 3. Scope of the Audit The audit will be carried out in accordance with International Standards on Auditing (ISA) and will include the following: 3.1 Review of General Documentation Verification of submission letter and supporting package. Verification of certifications (funding source, use of funds, objectives, archiving). Verification of completeness of digital archive. 3.2 Review of Bank Documentation Review of bank certifications (fund receipt, fees, exchange rates, account closure). Review of bank statements and reconciliations. Verification of consistency with accounting records. 3.3 Review of Technical Documentation Review of Technical Final Report. Verification of consistency between technical achievements and financial expenditure. Review of annexes and approvals. 3.4 Review of Financial Documentation Review of approved budget versus actual expenditure. Verification of exchange rates applied. Verification of expense listing and supporting documents. Review of contracts, assets, and indirect costs. Verification that all invoices are stamped Funded by AECID. 4. Compliance Review Confirmation that expenditures are eligible and compliant. Verification that funds are used solely for project purposes. Confirmation of absence of double funding. Assessment of internal controls. 5. Deliverables Audit Report. Management Letter. Checklist compliance summary. 6. Audit Period September 1, 2024 to November 11, 2025. 7. Timeline Fieldwork: April 2026 Draft report: May 2, 2026 Final report: May 09, 2026 Justifications file submission: June 30, 2026 8. Auditor Qualifications Licensed audit firm. Experience in donor-funded audits. Compliance with ISA. How to apply Applicants are invited to submit their proposals by email to [email protected] with the subject line: Call For Tender - External Audit Firm CRN(03312026-01) Your application should include: 1. A technical proposal 2. A financial proposal 3. Supporting documents, including: - CV/profiles of the company (or team members, if applicable). - Proof of registration and tax compliance (if company or individual consultant). Deadline for submission: 10 April 2026 Tender Link : https://www.daleel-madani.org/calls-for-proposal