Senior Internal Auditor at Kabete National Polytechnic

This position is responsible to develop and monitor the implementation of the internal audit strategy, budgets policies and procedures.

The position co-ordinates the implementation of the internal audit work plan to ensure delivery of audit services that meet set timelines and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Co-ordinate the preparation of the audit budget to ensure sufficient allocation of resources critical for the timely implementation of the audit strategy.
• Develop an annual programme of audit review works, to ensure audit reviews are done in a timely manner for quality managemt purposes and compliance to the relevant statutory requirement.
• Present findings of audit reviews to management to assist in the implementation of strategies to address the issues or gaps identified.
• Report to the audit committee in relations to the adherence to the internal systems, Policies and procedures to avert risk that may arise.
• Co-ordinate the application of risk based approach to review the institutions systems and controls to identify any gaps in the management of risks and recommend the appropriate strategies.
• Monitor the implementation of recommendations to ensure appropriate interventions are implementation for any challenges identified in the implementation.
• Coordinate the training of users on risk management practices across the institution to ensure the organization is aware of the rules and regulations governing risk at all times.
• Conduct internal checks across all the Polytechnic Departments in order to migitate any risks that might expose the Polytechnic.
• Examine the payment documents to eliminate errors.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Finance /Accounting Option
• CPA (K)
• Served in a senior Audit position for at least five years
• Minimum grade of B plain in KCSE
• Membership to a professional body
• Resourcefulness and problem-solving aptitude
• Excellent communication skills
• Relevant computer packages