QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT AS CHAIRPERSON
To be appointed as the chairperson of the Audit and Risk Committee, one must have the following:
Have at least fifteen (15) years of professional experience at senior management level in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Economics, Risk Management, or related fields within public or private organization;
Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Auditing, Economics, Risk Management, Law, or any other relevant field from a university recognized in Kenya;
Be a member in good standing with a relevant recognized professional body;
Not have been an employee or agent of the Commission within the past two (2) years;
Demonstrate professional competence, strong interpersonal skills, administrative capabilities, and initiative in organizational management;
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of public sector governance frameworks, legislation and policies, including Public Finance Management Act, Public Audit Act, Public Sector Accounting Standards, Public Procurement regulations, and Constitutional provisions on Public Finance;
Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of the Commission on Administrative Justice’s mandate and National Government operations and financial management.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHAIRPERSON
Support the Commission and provide oversight and assurance on risk management, controls and governance processes of the Commission;
Provide leadership to the Audit and Risk Committee;
Set the agenda of the Committee meetings in consultation with the other members and the Secretary of the Committee;
Report to the Commission on activities and decisions made by the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee;
Follow up on the implementation of recommendations by internal and external auditors;
Periodically arrange for review of the effectiveness and performance appraisal of the Internal Audit and Risk function;
Lead the performance management of Audit and Risk Committee members, including conducting periodic performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and developing individual and collective capabilities to enhance the Committee’s overall effectiveness and strategic contribution;
Perform the roles and responsibilities as laid out in the PFM (National Government) Regulations 2015 as well as the Audit Committee Guidelines for National Government, 2016.
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All interested candidates who meet the job indent for this position are encouraged to send hard copy of their application letter, curriculum vitae and copies of their academic and professional certificates together with a clear National Identification card.Applications quoting the reference number on the envelope should reach the undersigned on or before 11th February 2025 at 5.00p.m.THE COMMISSION SECRETARY
COMMISSION ON ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE
2ND FLOOR, WESTEND TOWERS – WAIYAKI WAY
P O BOX 20414 CITY SQUARE 00200
NAIROBI
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