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Audit Report Uganda Post Operations

Report Information

Date Issued
Report Number
IG-25-01-A
Report Type
Audit
Description
We conducted an audit of Peace Corps operations in Uganda (hereafter referred to as “the post”) from February through August 2024. Our objective in auditing the Uganda post was to determine whether its financial and administrative operations were functioning effectively and in compliance with Peace Corps policies and Federal regulations.
Agency Wide
Yes (agency-wide)
Questioned Costs
$40132
Funds for Better Use
$28,679
View report on Oversight.gov

Recommendations

Disclaimer: Open/Closed recommendations are updated semiannually.

The Office of the Chief Financial Officer establishes guidance to monitor and report on value-added tax submissions processed by the Embassy.

The Director of Management and Operations reconciles the outstanding bills of collection for value-added tax against the collections posted in the Voucher Auditor Detail Report.

The Director of Management and Operations complies with Federal law, regulations, and agency policy when procuring food, accommodations, and other costs for Personal Service Contract staff attending retreats and trainings; inquire with the Office of the Chief Financial Officer regarding exceptions to the policy; and document decisions made.

The Peace Corps conducts an internal review of the questioned costs and works with the Government Accountability Office to determine if the questioned costs result in Anti-deficiency Act violations.

The Director of Management and Operations provides additional oversight to ensure that invoices paid by the post reflect the agreed upon contract amounts, and in accordance with Peace Corps’ policy, to modify the contract when material changes occur.