KNATCOM Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Assurance - Jobs in Kenya

KNATCOM Manager, Internal Audit & Risk Assurance - Jobs in Kenya

a) Job Description

The Manager, Internal audit and Risk Assurance are responsible for the following functions:

provide secretariat to the Board Audit and Risk Management committee.

prepare Board papers for the Board Audit and Risk Management committee.

participate in the formulation and review of the Commission’s Strategic Plan.

provide independent and objective assurance and consulting activity of the Commission’s operations to the Board on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of Commission’s arrangement for governance, risk management, and internal controls
and their impact on the operations of the organization.

formulate, continuously review and monitor the implementation of the Audit and Risk Management Charter.

prepare and issue internal audit reports to Board.

formulate, implement and continuously review the Commission’s Internal Audit Function Strategy, Charter, Policy and operational procedures.

set up and implement systems in accordance with auditing standards;and

assess the relevance, reliability, integrity, timeliness and adequacy of programmes and financial information; and

b) Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities will entail:

providing secretarial services to the Board Audit and Risk Committee and in preparation of Board papers in regards to audit matters;

providing independent and objective assurance and consulting activity of the Commission’s operations to the Board Audit & Risk Committee and CEO on the overall adequacy and effectiveness of Commission’s arrangement for governance, risk management, and internal controls and their impact on the operations of the organization;

preparing and submitting audit reports including audit recommendations to the Director, Internal audit and Risk Assurance for review;

providing effective leadership to the audit team and spearhead risk assessment of the department;

formulating, implementing and continuous reviewing the Commission’s Internal Audit Function Strategy, Charter, Policy and operational procedures;

interpreting prevailing policies for sound auditing principles and control;

assessing the relevance, reliability, integrity, timeliness and adequacy of programmes
and financial information and ascertain the extent of compliance with Commission and government established procedures;

establishing, implementing and monitoring risk based internal audit mechanisms;

carrying out special investigations, unplanned internal audit works and systems
audits;

carrying out follow up audits to ensure implementations of external and internal audit recommendations by the management;

performing value for money audit to determine value of completed and ongoing projects and to examine whether the Commission has attained economy, efficiency and effectiveness in the management of allocated funds;

formulating work plan and budgets for the department and coordinate the execution of the approved departmental work plans and budgets;

setting up and implementing systems in accordance with auditing standards;

drafting, continuously reviewing and assist in monitoring the implementation of the Board Audit and Risk Management Charters, work plan and

budget;

advising Management on new developments that affect internal controls and provide valuable recommendations and solutions in a proactive manner;

coordinating target setting, monitoring & evaluating performance as well as appraising audit staff to ascertain efficiency and effectiveness in work performance in meeting the objectives of the function;

mentoring and coaching of the audit staff;

formulating training programs for audit staff in the department to provide opportunities for skill development;

preparing quarterly audit reports for submission to the Board Audit and Risk Management Committee; and

any other duties as may be assigned

c) Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:

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a minimum period administrator of ten (10) years relevant work experience, three (4) of which must have been at a managerial role in the Public or Private Sector;

minimum of Master’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;

Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;

Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;

be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing or Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA), or Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA);

be proficient in computer application skill;

Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

d) Key Competencies and skills

Communication and reporting skills,

Problem solving skills,

Analytical skills,

Negotiation and interpersonal skills,

professionalism

Attention to details

How To Apply

Access and apply online via KNATCOM website at www.unesco.go.ke/careers

For details of the job description and skills, please visit the Commission’s website: www.unesco.go.ke/careers

All applications should reach the Commission on or before 13th October 2022 at 5.00 pm.

Note:

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Kenya National Commission for UNESCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Successful candidates will be required to fulfil the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.



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