National Defence University Chief Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

National Defence University Chief Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Pursuant to the provisions of Section 35 (1)(a)(i) and Section 24 (4) of the Universities Act, 2012
(Revised 2020), National Defence University-Kenya invites applications from suitably qualified
persons to be considered for appointment to the position of Chief Internal Auditor.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Chief Internal Auditor is responsible for:

Advising the University management on operational and financial matters;

The overall formulation, coordination and implementation of audit policies;

Development and implementation of audit work plans;

Initiating and directing investigations when the need arises;

Ensuring compliance with national and international audit, accounting and management standards;

Reviewing and presenting audit reports to management and Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee of the Council;

Serve as secretary to the Audit Risk and Compliance committee of the Council;

Implementation of the performance management system in the department;

Formulation and implementation of the departmental strategic plan;

Any other relevant duty(ies) assigned from time to time.

Qualification for Appointment

For appointment to this position, applicants must have/be:

A member of the Institute Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) or equivalent professional body;

A master’s degree in accounting/finance or its equivalent from a recognized university will be an added advantage;

A bachelor’s degree from a recognised university in a relevant field such as accounting, finance or the equivalent;

Served in a comparable relevant position in the Public Service or private sector for a minimum of five (5) years;

Certified

Information System Analyst or Certified Internal Auditor (CISA/CIA) holders will have an added advantage;

ICT proficiency in the relevant area is mandatory; and

Must meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the CoK 2010.

Core Competencies and Skills

The core competencies and skills include:

Written Communication skills i.e. ability to write audit reports concisely and accurately;

Interpersonal skills for frequent interaction with clients individually or in a group;

Ability to attend to details;

Analytical skills on facts to assist in form an audit judgment; and

Demonstrable professionalism and ability to work under stressful conditions.

Applicant will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews:

National identity card;

Academic and professional certificates and transcripts;

Any other supporting documents and testimonials;

Recommendations from relevant professional bodies; and

Recommendations from at least three (3) referees should be submitted separately to the address provided below.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; National Defence University Chief Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

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