The Division for Oversight Services (DOS) consists of three branches: evaluation, internal audit, and investigation. The Director, DOS reports directly to the Executive Director of UNFPA and provides independent and objective assurance as well as advisory services designed to add value and improve UNFPA operations. The Division helps UNFPA accomplish its objectives by bringing a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes, and the impact of UNPFA's activities on its intended beneficiaries.
As stated in the Financial Rules and Regulations of UNFPA, the Director, DOS reports on internal audit and oversight activities annually and on evaluation activities biennially, to the Executive Board at its annual session.
In accordance with the Oversight Policy and the Financial Regulations approved by the Executive Board, the roles and responsibilities of DOS are set forth in its Charter approved by the Executive Director.
Audit Advisory Committee
A five-member Audit Advisory Committee (AAC) is established to assist the Executive Director of UNFPA in fulfilling his/her responsibilities regarding financial management and reporting, external audit matters, risk management, the systems of internal control and accountability, and the oversight process (hereinafter referred to as internal audit, evaluation, and investigative functions).
Annual Reports to the Executive Board on Internal Audit and Oversight Activites
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