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    <cbc:Description languageID="ENG">The procurement is for a framework agreement for assistance with the internal audit function. A contract shall be signed with one tenderer.
The agreement shall assist Norad's work with internal control, internal audit and performance management occurring in accordance with the law and regulations, best practice, relevant standards and frameworks for internal audits, as well as applicable instructions. The contract shall also provide access to external competence and a larger professional environment.
The internal audit will report directly to Norad's Director and is an independent administration. The scope of work follows Norad's area of responsibility and comprises the entire entity, including assignments performed by external entities. Audits will be selected for risk based and carried out within risk management, performance management and internal control. Six to eight audits are planned annually, in addition to ad hoc assignments. The contract can also include internal control assistance.
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