Job Details
Ref. ESS/CA/6/1/2017 Reporting operationally to the Board and administratively to the Director General, the Director Risk Management and Internal Audit is responsible for providing independent and objective Audit, risk assurance and compliance, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness of the system of internal controls and compliance with existing laws, regulations, policies, plans and procedures, accounting pronouncements, and contractual obligations. Key Responsibilities Prepare a risk-based annual audit for the approval of the Board Audit Committee;
Carry out investigation and special audit as requested by management, board, or red flag noted;
Reviewing audit findings with auditees, appraise the management and report to the Board Audit Committee; Prepare and guide the Audit committee on risk management and audit including secretariat services to the Audit Committee of the Board;
Identify the relevant operating risks that may affect the organization and assess their likelihood of occurrence and the potential impact on the business;
Reviewing and appraising the prudence, adequacy, application and efficiency of business processes and operating controls to mitigate risks and recommend remedial actions; and Assessing the reliability of management information utilized in decision-making processes.
Personal Specifications
A minimum of a Masters and a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Finance, Accounting or related field from a recognized university;
Relevant Professional Qualifications in CPA (K), ACCA, CFA, CIMA etc;
Possession of Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualifications;
Minimum of 10 years relevant work experience with 5 years in senior management;
and Must be a valid member of a relevant professional body.
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