EXTERNAL AUDIT SERVICES

About Us:

 The Collaborative Development Organization (CDO) is a non-governmental organization established in 2020, focused on addressing social injustices and empowering marginalized groups such as women, youth, and children across Ethiopia. CDO works in the areas of access to basic services, economic empowerment, and peacebuilding. As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability, CDO seeks an external auditor for the fiscal year 2024. CDO encourages female auditors and those representing persons with disabilities (PWDs) to apply, ensuring equal opportunities for all qualified bidders.

Eligibility Criteria: Interested auditors must submit both financial and technical proposals, fulfilling the following requirements:

• A valid and renewed trade license for 2024/2025 (2017 EC).

• Registration certificates for TIN (Taxpayer Identification Number) and VAT (Value Added Tax).

• Registration with the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development.

• A detailed audit plan, including scope, methodology, timeline, and the final audit report submission date.

• Experience in auditing NGOs is preferred, especially for firms with relevant experience.

• Proposals must be submitted between 6/03/2025 and 14/03/2025, by 5:00 PM. Late submissions will not be considered.

• CDO reserves the right to reject any or all bids, in whole or in part, at its discretion during the evaluation process.

Scope of Work: The external audit will cover the following key areas:

• Examination of CDO’s books of accounts for the fiscal year 2024.

• Verification of financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant accounting standards, organizational policies, and Ethiopian financial regulations.

• Assessment of internal control systems and governance practices related to financial reporting.

• Submission of an independent audit report, providing an objective opinion on the accuracy, fairness, and completeness of CDO’s financial records.

How To Apply

Submission Instructions: Bidders are required to submit both financial and technical proposals, including the following:

Financial Proposal: A detailed cost breakdown for the audit process.

Submission Location: Please submit all required documents in person to:
Collaborative Development Organization (CDO)
Debrebirhan, Atse Zeyakob Building, First Floor
North Shewa Zone, Amhara Regional State