Assistant Director Internal Audit (1 Post) at Wajir County Public Service Board

WCPSB/022/2023: 

Duties and responsibilities 

• Undertake internal audit technical activities within the Department comprising of audit systems and information technology;
• Take part in the implementation of strategic and operational plans including quality assurance programmes;
• Review the design, development and operation of major computer based systems of the County Government to determine whether adequate controls are in place;
• Assist the deputy director in activities subject to audit coverage, evaluating their significance and assessing the degree of risks inherent in terms of the audit costs involved, determining adequacy and effectiveness of internal control system;
• Carry out investigations on irregularities identified or reported in audit reports;
• Review audit engagement and work plans, programmes and budgets;
• Review internal control systems on budgetary controls and financial returns and other operations of the County Government;
• Monitor and Evaluate audit findings and implementation of audit recommendations
• Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management mechanisms, controls and governance processes and recommending improvements; 

Requirements for appointment; 

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Commerce (Accounting/Finance Option), Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree in related field will be an added advantage
• Must be Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution in good standing
• Be a registered member of ICPAK or other relevant body
• Certificate in computer proficiency
• Shown merit and ability and demonstrated a high degree of professional competence in managing the internal audit function and be of integrity with proven leadership qualities in the previous position and results oriented.