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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechanism that promotes public trust and confidence in the National Police Service. Mission: To conduct impartial and independent investigations, inspections, audits and monitoring of the National Police Service to prevent impunity and enhance professionalism in the interest of the public
Ref: IPOA/HR/6/2022
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial /supervisory responsibilities
- Oversee the formulation, review and implementation of Finance,Records, Administration and ICT strategies, plans, policies andprocedures;
- Provide leadership in the operations of the Directorate;
- Provide guidance in the preparation and utilization of the Authority’sbudget;
- Spearhead the development and implementation of the Directorate’s annual workplan and procurement plan;
- Oversee compliance with all fiscal controls and statutory requirements in the Authority;
- Spearhead the design and implementation of internal controls in finance, accounts, ICT, records and administration.
- Oversee the preparation of financial statements, management accounts and expenditure reports;
- Oversee implementation of the ICT governance structure;
- Provide leadership in establishment of structures and systems for administration, records and asset management;
- Provide leadership, guidance, coaching and mentorship for the Directorate staff;
- Manage employee performance management and competency development plans in the Directorate.
Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
- Coordinate maintenance of records for the Authority;
- Coordinate preparation of management and statutory financial reports;
- Review and approve Directorate annual work and procurement plan;
- Coordinate implementation regulations, policies and procedures in the Directorate;
- Approve accounting transactions and bank instructions;
- Establish control systems and monitor compliance on Directorate operations;
- Coordinate management response to both internal and external audit queries;
- Provide advisory services on Directorate operations;
- Recommend allocation of system responsibilities and banking mandates;
- Provide secretariat services to the Board Finance and Administration Committee;
- Provide advice on Business services to the Management and the Board;
- Coordinate and chair the Directorate meetings;
- Review and approve Directorate reports;
- Mobilise resources for the Authority’s operations.
- Maintain custody of all logbooks and spare motor vehicle & motor cycle keys.
- Supervise and appraise direct reports.
Academic qualifications
- Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: - Business Administration, Financial Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Commerce, Business Administration/Management, (Accounting/Finance option), or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
- Certified Public Accountant Finalist offered by Kenya Accounts and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
- Certificate in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development Program lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized institution
- Registered with ICPAK or any other relevant professional body
- Familiarity with PFM Act, 2012, PFM Regulations, 2015 and International Public Sector Accounting Standards
- Certificate in computer application skills
Interested persons who meet the requirements should submit their application through Post Office, email or by hand delivery, clearly indicating the position and job reference number, on both the cover letter, envelope and email applications, together with IPOA Employment
form, a detailed CV, copies of academic certificates, national identity card, names and telephone contacts of three referees, so as to reach the Authority by Tuesday, 13th September, 2022 to:
Director/Chief Executive Officer,
Independent Policing Oversight Authority,
1st Ngong Avenue, ACK Garden Annex, 2nd Floor,
P.O. Box 23035 – 00100, Nairobi.
Email: recruitment@ipoa.go.ke
Detailed job descriptions and specifications for the above positions are available in our website www.ipoa.go.ke/careers
Upon offer of employment, the successful candidates must satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 by providing copies of;
- A valid Tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
- A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI);
- A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
- A valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB); and,
- A valid Clearance form from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
Interested and qualified? Go to
Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) on www.ipoa.go.ke to apply
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