Mr Marwan Alarousi joined the GECF as Head of the Internal Audit Office in February 2024. He leads the development of an effective audit function that enhances governance, risk management, and internal controls while supporting the Forum’s strategic objectives.

He brings over 16 years of experience from the National Oil Corporation of Libya and holds a Bachelor’s in Accounting (Al-zawia University, Libya) and a Master’s in Finance (University of Rennes 1, France).


Mission

The purpose, authority, and responsibility of the Internal Audit activity are defined in the Internal Audit Charter, consistent with the definition of the Internal Audit, Code of Ethics, and the Standards. The Internal Audit activity should provide GECF's Executive Board, the Secretariat, and its management with independent confirmation of the effectiveness of the control environment. It helps management achieve operational effectiveness and efficiency, comply with laws and regulations, and maintain financial integrity. It can analyse fraud and other loss incidents and provide advice on how to analyse and resolve risk and control issues.


Role

The Internal Auditor performs independent and objective assurance and consulting services to add value and improve the operations of the Forum by assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes in compliance with the Internal Audit Charter, Manual, and the IIA standards.