(A Constituent College of Egerton University)
Office of the principal
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following position:
Senior Internal Auditor
Grade 13
Ref: LUC/SIA/08
1 Post
Qualifications
Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting/Finance option) with relevant professional qualifications preferably CPA (K) or CIA (K) Certified Internal Auditor);
Must be registered with ICPAK;
Candidates with Certified Information Systems Auditors certificate will have an added advantage;
Must have MBA and CPA (K) or CIA (K);
Computer Literacy in common accounting packages;
Exemplary work performance.
Relevant Experience and Skills
At least five (5) years in a senior audit position, excellent knowledge of the public service accounting regulations
Good managerial decision making and supervisory skills
High analytical and problem solving skills
Duties and Responsibilities
Overseeing the day to day administration of the Audit Section
Organizing, directing, coordinating and controlling audit services
Make annual and departmental audit plan and guidelines
Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and carry out financial health checks
Follow up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective action after external audit
Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit reports
Educate staff members on the changes in the law i.e. sensitization of staff on emerging issues
Developing and implementing effective risk management, control and governance framework
Understanding and mitigating the financial, commercial and strategic risks within the University College
Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans
Liaising with external auditors in carrying out audits
Responsible for realization of departmental performance contract targets and general performance management
Prepare audit reports for the University College Council
Terms and Conditions of Service
Employment will be on permanent and pensionable terms.
Terms and Conditions of Service are performance-based and include the following:
Salary Scale: 69,840 x 2012 – 73,864 x 2507 – 81,385 x 2774 – 92,481 p.m.
House Allowance: KShs.51,600 p.m.
Medical cover as per the University College Medical Scheme
Leave allowance
Mode of Application
Applicants MUST submit seven (7) copies of applications and attach a detailed CV.
They should also enclose certified copies of certificates and testimonials and give names and addresses of three (3) referees who are knowledgeable about the applicant’s competence and area of specialization.
The name and reference number of the position for which the application is made should be clearly marked on the top right hand corner of the envelope, and addressed to the undersigned so as to reach on or before 10th January, 2011
The Principal
Laikipia University College
P.O. Box 1100 – 20300
Nyahururu
Kenya
Laikipia University College is an equal opportunity employer
