Head of Risk and Audit at Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

IPOA/HR/02/2021: HEAD, RISK & AUDIT - JOB GRADE, IPOA 3, 1 POSITION (CONSOLIDATED SALARY KES.236,000 – 351,000)

The Head of Risk and Audit will provide independent and objective quality assurance in the Authority’s systems and processes as per Public Audit Act 2015. The position reports to the Board functionally and to the Director/ Chief Executive officer administratively.

Job Description

1. The Head of Risk and Audit is responsible for the following: -
2. Lead in the development and review of internal audit strategies, policies, procedures, and guidelines;
3. Spearhead the development and implementation of annual internal audit plan;
4. Manage audit reviews for risk management process and internal controls;
5. Oversee internal controls and monitoring functions related to risk management, compliance, security, ethics, and environmental issues;
6. Advice on the formulation of new procedures and organizational changes resulting from audit/consulting engagements;
7. Oversee the implementation of risk assessment and management guidelines.
8. Provide guidance in conducting special audit and reviews to ensure, compliance;
9. Oversee the approval of audit programs and testing procedures to ensure appropriateness for the areas in scope;
10. Oversee establishment and implementation of internal audit systems in accordance with International Auditing Standards;
11. Provide leadership guidance coaching and mentorship for the departmental staff;
12. Oversee employee performance management and competency development in the department.

Profile:

1. Must be a citizen of Kenya.
2. Meets the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution of Kenya (certificates to be presented during the interview).

Job Specifications

For appointment at this position, a candidate must have: -

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s degree in the following disciplines: Commerce (Finance or Accounting Option), Business Administration (Accounting Option); or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Must be a CPA(K) or have equivalent qualification from recognized institution;
• Must be a registered member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or ISACA;
• Served in the grade of Principal Risk & Audit Officer for a minimum period of three (3) years or twelve (12) years in a comparable and relevant position in the Public or Private Sector;
• Certificate in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development Programme or equivalent qualification lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Certificate in computer application skills; and
• Demonstrated integrity, professional competence and ability in planning and controlling internal audit activities.

Required behavioral and functional skills:

1. Transparency and accountability
2. Ethics and Integrity
3. Team player
4. Creativity and innovation.
5. Resilience.
6. Assertiveness.
7. Confidentiality
8. Strategic Leadership Skills
9. Financial Management Skills
10. Investigations Skills
11. Organization and Planning Skills
12. Dispute Resolution Skills
13. Decision Making Skills
14. Interpersonal Skills
15. Communication Skills
16. Negotiation Skills