OAG, New Zealand
Victor Kuipers is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in performance auditing and economic analysis. Currently serving as Principal Performance Auditor at the Office of the Auditor-General in New Zealand since September 2022, Victor previously held positions as Senior Analyst at The Treasury in New Zealand and as Economic and Finance Advisor during a secondment to the Office of the Leader of the Opposition. Victor's background includes significant roles at New Zealand Treasury, HSBC, J.P. Morgan, and BT Global Services, focusing on business improvement, financial analysis, and project management. Educational qualifications include a PhD in Political Studies from The University of Auckland and a BA(Hons) in Political Studies from the University of Otago.
OAG, New Zealand
The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG) carries out the work of the Controller and Auditor-General, along with Audit New Zealand, and private sector auditing firms. This work includes strategic audit planning, setting policy and standards, appointing auditors and overseeing their performance, carrying out performance audits, providing reporting and advice to Parliament, and carrying out inquiries and other special studies. The work of the Office of the Auditor-General gives Parliament, public entities, and the public independent assurance that public entities are operating, and accounting for their performance, in keeping with Parliament’s intentions.