Intern – Internal Auditor at Council of Governors

Background

• The Council of Governors (CoG) is established under Section 19 of the Intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with the mandate to provide a mechanism for consultation amongst County Governments, share information on the performance of the counties in the execution of their functions, facilitate capacity building for governors, and consider reports from other intergovernmental forums on national and county interests amongst other functions (Section20).
• For better execution of its mandate, the Council of Governors is established in various sectorial working Committees and Departments. To enable the Council achieve its mandate and vision, the Council wishes to recruit an Intern to support the Internal Audit Department at the Council:

Scope of Assignments

• Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the intern will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
• Assist in carrying out internal audit assignments as outlined in the audit plan in compliance with auditing standards.
• Assist in gathering, collating, and analyzing data on financial records, systems, and processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness of funds utilization.
• Assist in collecting data on periodical financial returns, estimates, and expenditures.
• Ensure all information is filled, updated, and readily available as and when required
• Compile working papers and prepare audit draft report(s) with findings and recommendations where necessary.
• Assist in preparing working papers and audit reports in line with quality standards;
• Assist in daily tasks and departmental projects under supervision
• Performing any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.

Duration of the assignment

• The internship duration is for six (6) months.

Required Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Commerce or Law;
• Have a minimum of CPA Part 2 qualification
• Certificate in Computer applications.
• Experienced in undertaking comprehensive research;
• Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical, and communication skills;
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy, and attention to detail;
• A high level of computer literacy and proficiency in written and spoken English and Kiswahili; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.