Office of the Controller of Budget Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Office of the Controller of Budget Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

Job Purpose

This position is responsible for providing independent assurance on the effectiveness of OCOB internal control systems, risk assurance framework and the governance structure.

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks

Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities

Developing, implementing and reviewing internal audit policies, strategies, frameworks, work plans, legislation, guidelines, systems, procedures and regulations on internal audit;

Verifying source documents to support withdrawals from the Equalization Fund, Consolidated Fund, County Revenue Funds and any other public fund which by an Act of Parliament requires approval of the Controller of Budget for withdrawal from that fund;

Collating and analysing data related to the budgetary ceilings by Parliament on National and County Governments expenditure in line with Section 5(d) of the Controller of Budget Act, 2016;

Investigating, preparing special reports and making recommendations;

Undertaking financial, operations and information technology systems audits and submit reports;

Reviewing debt financial requirements in the agreements/contracts to confirm accuracy of payments;

Updating and maintaining exchequer control tracking for public debt;

Developing, implementing and reviewing the Internal Audit and Risk Charter;

Undertaking risk-based, value - for - money and systems audits as per auditing standards;

Safeguarding the documents on pensions, gratuities and allowances and preparing reports;

Analysing and making comments on national planning documents including the Budget Policy Statement, Budget Review Outlook Papers and preparing reports;

Analysing debt management data for carrying out the debt sustainability analysis and preparing public debt reports;

Capacity building in public participation on internal controls, quality assurance and risk management;

Promoting Business Process Re-engineering (BPR); and

Fostering a corporate culture that promotes ethical practices and good corporate citizenship.

Job

Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills)

Academic qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce, Economics, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.

Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies

Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) or Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;

Registered with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or any other relevant recognized professional body;

Registered with either Institute of Internal Auditors (IAA) or Information Systems Auditors and Control Association (ISACA);

Membership in good standing of the relevant professional body;

Previous relevant work experience required

Served in the grade of an Internal Audit Assistant for a minimum of four (4) years or at least six (6) years’ experience in a relevant field.

Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:

Certificate in a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;

Proficiency in computer applications;

Met the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution; and

Demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

How to Apply

For more information and job application details, see; Office of the Controller of Budget Internal Auditor Jobs in Kenya

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