KDIC is a statutory institution established under the Kenya Deposit Insurance Act, 2012 (KDI Act, 2012). The Corporation is mandated to provide a deposit insurance scheme for customers of member institutions, to provide incentives for sound risk management and generally promote the stability of the financial system and prompt resolution.
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Ensure conformity to internal Audit policies and procedures to ensure conformance with the relevant Acts, Regulations, and Standards.
Monitor the planning, implementation, and execution of the annual audit work plan of the Directorate.
Monitor the review of controls safeguarding the Corporation’s assets.
Review audit programs and test procedures.
Review audit working papers and evidence for audit assignments done.
Supervise staff in the directorate, including completing performance appraisals and personal development for direct reports, in accordance with the established performance management system.
Prepare correspondences and respond/act as appropriate to both internal and external contacts to ensure timely feedback.
Ensure adherence to Internal Audit strategies, policies, procedures, and standards by internal audit staff.
Monitor the execution of risk-based, value-for-money, and systems audits aimed at strengthening internal control mechanisms that could have an impact on the achievement of the strategic objectives of the Corporation.
Review documentation of audit findings to ensure they are factual, relevant, and objective with requisite recommendations for improvements.
Provide guidance on the utilization of automated tools in carrying out audit assignments.
Review internal audit reports to ensure that the audit evidence gathered supports the audit findings as documented.
Facilitate follow-ups on the implementation of internal and external audit recommendations and report findings.
Prepare audit reports on performed audits.
Carry out continuous review of the audit tests/programs and processes to ensure that the audit scope is adequately covered and addresses the audit objectives.
Draft briefs for presentation in senior management meetings on the audits carried out.
Initiate preparation of Board audit reports.
Requirements for Appointment:
At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience, five (5) of which should have been at a Managerial level.
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option), Business Administration or Business Management (Accounting or Finance Option), Information Technology, or any other related degree from a recognized University
Master’s degree in the same fields will be an added advantage.
Full Certified Accountancy qualification in CPA(K), ACCA, or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
Member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), IIA, ISACA, or any other relevant professional body, and be in good standing.
Management course from a recognized institution will be an added advantage. viii. Proficiency in computer applications.
Fulfilling the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.