IIA NZ Internal Audit Future Leaders Mentorship Forum

Welcome to the IIA NZ Internal Audit Future Leaders Mentorship Forum

Purpose and Audience Fit:

The IIA NZ Internal Audit Future Leaders Mentorship Programme (previously the Auditor in Charge Mentorship Programme) is designed for internal auditors who are:

• Operating as Auditor in Charge or in similar supervisory roles
• Seen by their organisations as future leaders within internal audit
• Ready to deepen their leadership capability, professional judgement and influence.

These workshops aim to:

• Build leadership confidence and capability in planning, leading and delivering internal audit engagements
• Strengthen practical skills in stakeholder management, communication and influencing, particularly in challenging or politically sensitive environments
• Provide a peer forum where participants can share real-world challenges, lessons learned and good practice across sectors
• These workshops complement the IIA NZ Training Programme (with Massey University), creating a clear, staged pathway that bridges the journey from Emerging Auditor through to Audit Leader.

By including both NZ and Pacific-based members in the same session, we also want to encourage cross-jurisdictional sharing, broaden perspectives, and reflect the wider IIA NZ territory we now support.

Who should attend?

This workshop is geared for IIA NZ members who are currently operating at "Auditor in Charge" or equivalent future-leader level. Typically, senior internal auditors with supervisory responsibilities (e.g. leading engagements, overseeing small teams, or owning key audit areas) and who have at least 4 years' internal audit experience.

If you do not fit the above criteria (for example, you are earlier in your internal audit career or not yet leading engagements), please register onto the Emerging Auditor Mentorship stream, which is specifically designed to support auditors in the early stages of their development.

Event Details:

• Date: Thursday 2 April 2026
• Time: 8.30 - 10.00 am (hybrid event, a Teams online link will be provided)
• Location: Deloitte, Level 12, 20 Customhouse Quay, (Entrance is via Waring Taylor or Johnston Street) Wellington
• Topic: Practical governance: working with Audit & Risk Committees and senior leaders for the first time: what to expect, how to prepare, and how to show up well
• Host Sponsor: David Sinkins, Internal Audit Partner, Deloitte New Zealand

Agenda:

• 830am - 9am: Registrations open. Sign-in sheet for CPE. Networking and light refreshments.
• 9.00am - 10.00am: Facilitated workshop, including presentation, discussion and Q&A.
• 10.00 am: The event concludes.

This is a hybrid event.

Overview:

This practical session is designed to build confidence for future internal audit leaders engaging with Audit & Risk Committees and senior leaders. David will share what to expect in ARC and executive environments, how to prepare for meetings and interactions (including papers, key messages, and anticipating questions), and how to "show up well" through presence, clarity, and stakeholder awareness. Participants will leave with simple, actionable tips they can apply immediately to strengthen their governance engagement and credibility.

Sponsor Acknowledgement: Deloitte

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to David Sinkins, Partner - Risk Advisory - Deloitte for his invaluable support and collaboration. We are honoured to have Deloitte as our sponsor host for the IIA NZ Internal Audit Future Leaders Mentorship Forum and look forward to a fruitful collaboration that benefits professionals across the internal audit landscape.

Registration Information:

Registrations for this event are through IIA NZ National Office.

IIA NZ Members: $FREE

This is a closed IIA NZ member's event. A minimum attendance of 10 people applies for this event, with a maximum of 20 people in person and unlimited online.

Registrations are open and will close on 25 March 2026.

Save the Dates for future 2026 IIA NZ Internal Audit Future Leaders Mentorship Forums:

• 21 May 2026
• 17 September 2026

IIA NZ Event Overview and Refund Policy: https://iianz.org.nz/Site/terms-and-conditions.aspx

If you require assistance with registering, please contact events@iianz.org.nz