IT Application Support Engineer at KCB Bank Kenya

Reporting functionally to the Chairman Board Audit Committee, and administratively to the Managing Director, the role holder is responsible for the planning and execution of audits to evaluate company’s internal control infrastructure and reviews internal control supporting operations structures.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Audit team to execute projects in conformance with professional standards across KCB Bank South Sudan Limited.
• Prepare and execute annual and long-term risk-based Audit plans to provide appropriate coverage of Internal Audit activities within set budgets and deadlines.
• Provide Board with independent and objective evaluation of the control environment and evaluate management's control consciousness.
• Communicating regularly with Board Audit Committee to discuss the Audit plan status, results of the Audit work, and quarterly reporting.
• Involvement in Compliance Audits including; scope determination, Audit planning memos, issue development and report writing.
• Conduct appropriate quality assurance reviews to ensure compliance with department documentation standards.
• Coordinate with appropriate control groups and External Auditors in planning and executing Audit work.
• Coach, develop and mentor team members in all aspects of the audit methodology
• Support the work of the Board Audit Committee.

The Person

• Bachelors’ degree in any business related field from a recognized institution. A Masters’ degree in relevant field will be an added advantage.
• Must possess professional qualification in ACCA / CPA.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the field of Auditing, 3 of which should have been in a leadership position.
• Extensive knowledge of the Financial Services dynamics, International Financial Standards and local regulations.
• Sound knowledge of the business environment and economic dynamics of South Sudan and the East African region.
• Demonstrable strong leadership and interpersonal skills to manage strategy, change, diversity, financial performance, productivity, champion customer focus, and manage people in a multi-cultural environment.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work with all stakeholders while maintaining independence.
• A high level of business acumen and ability to display orientation to market dynamics and profit orientation.