Independent Policing Oversight Authority Assistant Director, Internal Audit and Risk Jobs in Kenya

Independent Policing Oversight Authority Assistant Director, Internal Audit and Risk Jobs in Kenya; Responsible for coordinating in provision of independent assurance that an
organization’s risk management, governance processes, internal control systems
and processes are operating effectively.

Tasks

I. Managerial

1. Coordinate the development, implementation and/or review of policies,
strategies, frameworks, guidelines, work plans, standards and procedures that
impact on internal audit while ensuring compliance to applicable laws, statutes
and circulars;

2. Guide development and monitor implementation of risk based annual internal
audit plans and programmes;

3. Coordinate audit reviews to assess effectiveness of risk management process
and the adequacy of internal control systems;

4. Guide in monitoring application of internal controls relating to risk management,
compliance, security, ethics, and environmental issues;

5. Coordinate preparation of internal audit reports findings with appropriate
recommendations;

6. Coordinate special audit investigations and forensic audits on need basis;

7. Guide in implementation and monitoring of internal audit systems in
accordance with International Auditing Standards;

8. Coordinate follow-up audits to ensure implementation of audit
recommendations;

9. Coordinate development of internal audit reports and risk assessment reports in
risk and audit department;

10. Collaborate with heads of directorates and other departments for effective
performance of internal audits;

11. Coordinate identification of risks and recommend mitigation measures in the
Authority;

12. Coordinate external audits of IPOA by the Office of the Auditor General;

13. Coordinate preparation of annual performance reports in regards to internal
audit department;

14. Coach, mentor, supervise and facilitate capacity development activities for
officers under their supervision;

15. Coordinate development and monitor implementation of departmental annual
work plan and budgets;

16. Coordinate staff performance management for officers under their supervision.

II. Operational Responsibilities

1. Develop and monitor implementation of capacity building programs to
promote awareness of governance, risk management and internal controls;

2. Develop annual risk based work plan for internal audit and risk department;

3. Review the semi-annually risk assessment reports prepared and forward to
Head of department or management and Audit committee;

4. Provide inputs for updates of standards procedures and guidelines for internal
audit and risk assessments;

5. Perform secretarial duties for Audit and Risk Committee in absence head of
internal audit and risk department;

6. Prepare Internal audit reports for presentation to Management and Audit
Committee of the Board;

7. Update and implement the IPOA risk management framework and review the
internal framework and monitor compliance;

8. Assess the Authority’s performance and governance processes for
improvement and coordinate continuous risk assessment and evaluations of
departments;

9. Develop periodic individual performance reports;

10. Implement risk mitigation measures.

Job Dimensions:

I. Financial Responsibility
Guide the development and monitor implementation of division’s annual work plan
and budgets.

II. Responsibility for Physical Assets

Responsible for Office equipment, furniture and records

III. Decision Making / Job Influence

1. Managerial decisions
2. Operational decisions

IV. Working Conditions

Predominantly in an office setting with occasional

field travel.
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).

Academic qualifications

1. Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Business Administration
(Accounting/ Finance), Master of Science (Accounting /Finance) or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

2. Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce
(Accounting/Finance); Business Administration (Accounting/Finance) or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution

Professional Qualifications

1. Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Part III or Association of Certified
Chartered Accountants (ACCA) Part III or equivalent qualification from a
recognized institution;

2. Registration with Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)
and in good standing;

3. Professional qualification in Enterprise Risk Management from recognized
institution;

4. Possess certified information systems auditor (CISA) qualification.

5. Registered with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or ISACA or any other
relevant professional body

6. Leadership course lasting not less than six (6) weeks from a recognized
institution

Previous relevant work experience required.

Served in the grade of Principal Internal Auditor at IPOA 6 for a minimum period of
three (3) years or twelve (12) years in a comparable and relevant position in the
public or private sector

Functional Skills: Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
1) Leadership skills
2) Negotiation skills
3) Analytical skills
4) Organization and Planning Skills
5) Dispute Resolution Skills
6) Decision Making Skills
7) Interpersonal Skills
8) Communication Skills
1) Transparency and accountability
2) Ethics and Integrity
3) Team player
4) Creativity and innovation
5) Emotional intelligence
6) Resilience
7) Independence

How to Apply

Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit their application
through Post Office, email or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and
job reference number, on both the cover letter, envelope and email
applications, together with IPOA Employment Form, a detailed CV, copies of
academic & professional certificates, national identity card, names and
telephone contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Authority

Director/Chief Executive Officer,
Independent Policing Oversight Authority
Email: recruitment0125@ipoa.go.ke


Upon granting an offer of employment, the successful candidate MUST present
and satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by
providing copies of the following documents;

A vading copies of the following documents;
A valid tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority
(KRA);
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal
Investigation (DCI);
A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board
(HELB);


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