Amman, April 2 (Petra) -- The Audit Bureau has showcased its approach to measuring audit impact during a high-level international meeting of the Auditors Alliance, held on the sidelines of the OECD Global Forum on Anti-Corruption and Integrity.

The bureau’s participation comes as part of ongoing efforts to enhance oversight effectiveness and align audit practices with international standards, particularly in areas related to impact measurement and institutional performance.

During specialized sessions, discussions focused on strengthening follow-up mechanisms for audit recommendations and improving communication of audit outcomes, with an emphasis on ensuring that findings translate into actionable reforms that drive sustainable improvements in public sector performance.

Audit Bureau President Radi Al-Hamadin took part as a keynote speaker in a session on measuring audit impact and communicating its value, where he highlighted the need to shift from assessing audit outputs to evaluating long-term results.

He said audit effectiveness should be measured not by the volume of reports issued, but by tangible improvements in public spending efficiency and service delivery, noting that the bureau has adopted a comprehensive framework combining quantitative and qualitative indicators.

According to Al-Hamadin, the framework includes measuring direct financial impact, such as savings and recovery of public funds, alongside indicators related to implementation rates of audit recommendations, improvements in internal controls, and enhanced governance and transparency.

He said the bureau recorded direct financial savings of approximately JD22.3 million in 2024, alongside improved response rates to audit observations, supported by the rollout of advanced digital follow-up tools.

The bureau has also developed a digital system that enables real-time tracking of audit recommendations and response levels, helping to strengthen accountability and improve the alignment between audit findings and corrective actions.

Al-Hamadin pointed to ongoing challenges facing audit institutions globally, including difficulties in measuring non-financial impact, data quality and availability constraints, and the lack of standardized international methodologies.

He said the bureau is addressing these challenges through the adoption of risk-based auditing, expanded use of data analytics, and the development of procedures aligned with international standards, alongside continued investment in institutional capacity.

Looking ahead, he stressed the importance of advancing toward more proactive audit models, expanding the use of technology and data, and refining impact measurement tools to enhance government efficiency and reinforce public trust.

The Auditors Alliance, an OECD initiative, aims to strengthen cooperation among audit institutions worldwide and promote the exchange of best practices in governance, integrity, and risk-based oversight.

//Petra// RZ