Internal Auditor at Pwani University

REF: PU/ADV/3/5/2018

This is a middle-level position in the university, and appointment to this position is either on permanent and pensionable terms; or on a two (2) year renewable performance- based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.

REQUIREMENTS

Academic Qualifications

Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent qualification from a recognized University;

In addition, candidates must:

• Have CPA (K) or equivalent
• Have Knowledge of ERP (Enterprises Resource Planning)
• Be a Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
• Be registration with the relevant professional body (e.g. ICPAK /IIAK)

Experience

The candidate must have a minimum of nine (9) years continuous working experience in finance and /or Audit, three of which should have worked as an Auditor (Grade F) or equivalent position in a large or busy organization, with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.

Candidates should have experience in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

• Reviewing of audit schedules
• Reviewing of specific audit work plan
• Preparing of annual enterprise risk register
• Assisting in reviewing and appraising the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems
• In addition, candidates should show active involvement in International/Continental/Regional /National/ Local/Community activities.
• Skills and Competencies
• Applicants should possess the following skills.
• Computer literacy
• Team building and team work.
• Good Interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Good Managerial skills
• Leadership skills
• Organizational skills
• Analytical ability.
• Ability to work under pressure

Key Responsibilities

The Officer’s incumbent will perform the following duties and responsibilities:

• Preparing and/or reviewing audit assignment programmes in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
• Performing special projects and reviews including investigations, as and when assigned.
• Reviewing internal controls covering all the key operational areas in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Continuously assessing the appropriateness and effectiveness of operational processes and practices to ensure efficient and effective utilization and accountability of resources.
• Performing Risk Assessment tailored to each area under review necessary for identification, analysis and evaluation of areas of significant weakness constituting risks to the Organization.
• Preparing audit files and reviewing work done to ensure it meets the set quality and the relevant International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing.
• Preparing and presenting to the Head of Internal Audit written reports detailing identified key control points and weaknesses in the system or function being audited and provide innovative and creative recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions and improving operations.
• Ensuring audit recommendations are implemented through regular follow-ups with auditees.
• Reviewing work performance of internal audit assistants.
• Contributing to the preparation of the risk-based annual audit plans, under the coordination of the Head of Internal Audit, and ensures comprehensive and quality audit programmes are prepared.
• Preparing clear and concise draft reports and presents audit results and recommendations, orally and in writing to the Head of Internal Audit.
• Performing information system audits to identify areas of weakness and provide recommendations.
• Performing any other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

TERMS OF SERVICE

Benefits for the above position include a competitive basic salary, house allowance, medical cover for staff and dependants, life Insurance, opportunities for further development and training and other regular allowances.