Chairperson - County Audit Committee at Baringo County Government

Job Details/Description
Terms of Service:    Contract (Part-Time)

Duties and responsibilities

• Set the agenda for each meeting with the committee members
• Provide oversight on risk management, controls and governance processes and audit affairs of the County Government and make appropriate recommendations to the County Executive Committee regarding internal control and audit matters; and follow up on the implementation of the recommendations of internal and external auditors
• Arrange for a periodic review of the effectiveness of the audit committee alongside its mandate.
• Demonstrate independence and impartiality in decision making which accord with the legal constitutional and policy requirement
• Provide clarification to members on the audit committee’s responsibilities.

Requirements for appointment

• Be a citizen of Kenya
• Should have a minimum of a degree from a recognized University in the following fields: Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Economics, Risk management or other related fields.
• Have knowledge and experience of not less than ten (10) years in audit and financial management/ Accounting or any related job.
• Have a good understanding of the County operations, financial management and reporting or auditing.
• Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the County Government.
• Must be a member of professional bodies e.g., ICPAK, ACFE IIAK or other relevant body and must be in good standing.
• Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
• Should possess strong interpersonal skills.
• Shall not be a holder of a political office.