Charity and Development Association (CDA) invites eligible and licensed external audit firms holding a valid AABE certificate to bid for the external audit service of the organization for the financial year ended 31 December 2025.

This summary organizes the invitation for external audit services issued by the Charity and Development Association (CDA) for their Head Office and project accounts.

⚖️ CDA: Invitation for External Audit Services

Organization: Charity and Development Association (CDA)

Scope: Audit of CDA’s Head Office accounts and all active projects for the period.

📋 Audit Preparation

• Terms of Reference (ToR): Interested firms can collect the detailed ToR free of charge from the CDA office.

• Document Availability: All necessary financial records are ready for review at the CDA Head Office in Addis Ababa.

• Location: Kality area, Akaki Kality Sub-City.

📅 Important Deadlines & Timeline

Note: The bid opening will be held in the presence of bidders or their official representatives.

📝 Requirements for Audit Firms

While not explicitly listed in the brief, standard NGO audits in Ethiopia typically require:

• ✅ Renewed professional license and Trade license.

• ✅ Registration with the Accounting and Auditing Board of Ethiopia (AABE).

• ✅ Tax Identification Number (TIN) and VAT registration.

• ✅ Evidence of previous experience auditing International or Local NGOs.

📞 Contact & Submission Details

Charity and Development Association (CDA)

P.O. Box 9109, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

• Telephone: 0114-71-65-59

• Mobile 1: +251-921-24-30-06

• Mobile 2: +251-930-28-88-34

• Fax: +251-114-71-66-55