Overall Purpose of the Job
The Internal Audit Unit provides an independent and objective assurance and advice aimed at adding value and improving the operations of Council of Governors. Internal Auditor will ensure a systematic, disciplined approach to the evaluation and improvement of the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes in order to support the overall efficiency and integrity of the Council of Governors.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Internal Auditor will perform the following duties:
Preparing and implementing the Internal Audit annual work plan;
Managing the Council of Governors’ Internal Audit Unit;
Examining and inspecting activity records, accounting systems and procedures to determine their efficiency;
Ensuring the Council of Governors’ policies are complied with;
Reviewing internal control systems;
Providing leadership in the conducting of special audits;
Evaluating progress and status of steps taken to address any current and past recommendations by External Auditors;
Preparing and submitting reports of findings concerning the scope of audit and its findings so as to make appropriate corrective action;
Providing independent assurance to the Management on the implementation and effectiveness of the internal control systems;
Evaluating the effectiveness of the system of risk identification and management and suggesting improvements as appropriate;
Fostering quality and continuous improvement in governance and risk management control processes;
Assessing the cost effectiveness and efficiency in the utilization of organization resources;
Verifying the reliability and integrity of financial data;
Carrying out compliance audits with policies, laws, rules and regulations;
Ensuring that resources including assets are preserved and protected and used for the benefit of the Council of Governors;
Carrying out special audits or investigations as and when necessary;
Ensuring that the Internal Audit Unit operates in accordance with the professional standards contained;
Any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.
Qualifications
Have Bachelor degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce, Accounting or Finance from a recognized institution;
Have professional qualification CPA or ACCA;
Be a member of a professional auditing or accounting body such as CISA or ICPAK;
Have Certificate in computer applications;
Have strong analytical, written, oral communications, strong interpersonal and relationship skills;
Have served for at three (3) years in the area of auditing or accounting preferably in the public sector;
Have proven leadership and supervisory experience;
Must have a sound knowledge of government auditing regulations and laws;
Must meet the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya; and
Must be a Citizen of Kenya.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
Desirable Competencies
Accountability – takes responsibility for action and manages constructive criticisms;
Client Orientation – works effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
Continuous Learning – promotes continuous learning for self and others;
Communication – listens and communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
Creativity and Initiative – actively seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
Leadership and Negotiation – develops effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
Performance Management – identify ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
Planning and Organizing – plans work, anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
Professionalism – displays mastery of subject matter;
Teamwork – contributes to a collegial team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns and promotes equal gender participation;
Technological Awareness – displays awareness of relevant technological solutions;
Resource Mobilization- works with internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs for the Council of Governors.
Duration of the assignment
The duration of the engagement will be three (3) years renewable subject to performance and availability of funds
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