Internal Audit Team Leadership – Partner-Level Oversight

The contract entails partner-level leadership and strategic governance over internal audit engagements for the Great Lakes Pilotage Authority Canada, a federal agency under the Government of Canada. The selected provider will be responsible for ensuring the integrity, effectiveness, and independence of internal audit activities, with direct reporting lines to the Audit Committee and senior management to maintain transparency and accountability. This role requires the application of advanced audit methodologies, risk-based assessment frameworks, and regulatory compliance expertise tailored to the unique operational environment of pilotage services in Canadian waters. The engagement is structured as a subcontract with a NAICS code of 541611, indicating it falls under accounting, tax preparation, bookkeeping, and payroll services. The solicitation was posted on May 4, 2026, with a response deadline of May 30, 2026, and performance is expected to take place across Canada. The provider must demonstrate the capacity to deliver high-level oversight, manage audit teams with precision, and align audit outcomes with federal governance standards. While no specific set-aside criteria or point of contact are detailed, the work demands senior expertise and a proven track record in public sector internal auditing within a federally regulated context.