Job Summary

Reporting to the General Manager Internal Audit, the job holder is responsible for providing independent objective assurance on the adequacy and effectiveness of the Company's governance, risk management, and internal controls in relation to financial and operation systems.

Job Description

a. Duties and Responsibilities

1. 1. Coordinate the preparation and implementation of the risk based annual work plan, procurement & training plans and budget and submit to the GM, Internal Audit for consideration and review.
   2. Coordinate the development, review and implementation of the internal audit strategy, standard operating procedures, policies and charters and ensure audit engagements are conducted in accordance with the IPPF 2024.
   3. Plan and co-ordinate assurance and advisory engagements including special audits through supervision of audit teams and preparation of internal audit reports for purposes of reporting to senior management and the Board.
   4. Lead the audit teams in reviewing the risk management process, identify emerging risks during such reviews that may affect the Company and make appropriate recommendations to mitigate the risks.
   5. Lead audit teams in assessing compliance with existing laws, regulations, policies, plans and procedures, accounting standards and contractual obligations.
   6. Evaluate internal audit staff performance, career development, capacity building and deployment of skills.
   7. Assist the GM, Internal Audit in providing Secretariat Services to the BARC Committee.
   8. Lead audit teams in assessing business continuity plans and disaster recovery strategies for completeness and sustainability.
   9. Coordinate the evaluation of the adequacy and effectiveness of governance, risk management and control processes and make recommendations on areas requiring improvement.
   10. Lead audit teams in the follow-up and implementation of internal & external audit recommendations and Board resolutions.
   11. Coaching, mentoring and developing the audit teams to ensure optimal performance and effective succession planning.
   12. Recommend and or approve procurement processes and professional opinions
   13. Prepare and submit periodic reports in a timely manner
   14. Performance evaluation of employees
   15. Lead, develop and mentor their teams
   16. Ensure adherence to quality, occupational health and safety standards
   17. Preparation and monitoring of procurement plans
   18. Facilitate preparation, monitoring and absorption of budget for the Division

b. Person specifications

For appointment to this grade a candidate must have: -

1. Minimum of Twelve (12) years relevant experience four (4) of which should be at management level in a large organization.
2. Masters degree in business administration or related disciplines
3. Bachelors degree in Finance, Accounting, Engineering or related field from a recognized Institution
4. Certified Public Accountant (CPA (K) or ACCA Finalist or CISA qualification.
5. Member in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK), or Institute of Internal Auditors of Kenya (IIA-Kenya) or Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)
6. Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from recognized institutions.
7. Meet the requirements of leadership and integrity as prescribed in Chapter 6 of the constitution of Kenya.
8. Expert hands-on knowledge in SAP ERP system will be an added advantage
9. Proficiency in audit management system and data analytics will be an added advantage
10. Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
11. Leadership and Communications Skills

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