The Audit Service Sierra Leone (ASSL) has strengthened its workforce with the induction of 22 newly recruited professionals as part of efforts to enhance public sector auditing, accountability and good governance in Sierra Leone.
The new employees, comprising auditors, ICT officers, an Information Systems Auditor and a Procurement Officer, were formally welcomed during a two-day induction programme held on 7th and 8th July 2026 at the Empower Africa Hall, 10th Floor of the Freetown City Council Building.
The orientation programme was aimed at familiarising the recruits with the institution’s constitutional mandate, operational procedures, professional expectations and ethical standards required in delivering effective audit services.
Addressing the new staff during the opening session, Deputy Auditor-General for Finance and Corporate Services, Mohamed Juldeh Barrie, congratulated them on their appointment, describing their recruitment as an important step towards strengthening the capacity of the country’s supreme audit institution.
He said the effectiveness of any institution depends largely on the competence, dedication and professionalism of its workforce, noting that the induction programme provides the foundation for the recruits to understand their responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to the work of ASSL.
“The knowledge and experience gained from this programme will help you understand the values, principles and standards that guide the operations of the Audit Service Sierra Leone,” Barrie told the new employees, encouraging them to embrace continuous learning and uphold the highest level of integrity in their duties.
The Deputy Auditor-General for Specialized Audits, Aiah Gbondo-Tugbawa, also provided an overview of ASSL’s mandate, highlighting the institution’s mission, vision, core values, strategic direction and organisational structure.
He stressed that every staff member has a vital role in promoting transparency, accountability and responsible management of public resources through independent and professional auditing.
Throughout the induction, heads of various departments introduced the new employees to the roles and responsibilities of their respective divisions, explaining how different units work together to achieve the institution’s objectives.
The engagement also provided the recruits with insight into the importance of collaboration, ethical conduct and adherence to professional auditing standards as they begin their careers at the Audit Service Sierra Leone.
The latest recruitment and induction exercise reflects ASSL’s continued investment in developing a skilled and ethical workforce capable of improving audit quality, strengthening public financial management and supporting national development efforts.