The Internal Auditor will be answerable to the Vice-Chancellor for: – Advising the University Management on all operational and financial matters, overall formulation and implementation of the audit strategy, review, planning, coordination, design, implementation, development of auditing services and systems, setting and maintaining high accounting standards in the University, and efficient organization, control and supervision of all auditing units.
Requirements for appointment to this position:
Be a Christian in good standing
Bachelor’s degree in: Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or its equivalent from a university recognized in Kenya
A master’s degree in relevant area
Registered the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
Registered with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) or any other recognized professional body;
Knowledge in Computer Aided Auditing tools
Must have at least 6 year’s relevant experience 3 of which should be at level equivalent to job group M and above in the Public Service
Certified Internal Auditor- CIA II will be an added advantage
Roles and responsibilities
The Roles include:
Responsible for the management of internal audit.
Reviewing work plans/audit programs and audit engagements for internal audit.
Carry out Audit of functional departments/sections
Conducting investigations and special audits
Prepare draft audit reports
Carry out review of audit systems and procedures.
Ensure implementation of Audit policies.
Ensure the implementation of audit plans and programmes.
Responsible for appraisal, summarization and discussion of Internal Audit findings with relevant departments or sections.
Any other duties that may be assigned by immediate supervisor.
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Interested and qualified candidates are advised to send two(2) copies of their applications, certificates, testimonials, and CVs to the undersigned and email a soft copy to: vc@khu.ac.ke. The applicants are asked to contact their referees to write reference letters to support their application and send through the email provided before the deadline. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.The vice-Chancellor
Kenya Highlands University
P. O. Box 123-20200
KERICHO.
Applications to be received on or before March 7th 2025 At 17hrs
Apply via :
vc@khu.ac.ke
