Internal Auditor at Nairobi Centre for International Arbitration

(JOB GRADE – NCIA 5 (REF: NCIA/HR/04/2021–2022)

The officer reports to the Principal Internal Auditor.

Job Purpose

The job holder is responsible for implementing the audit function policies of the Centre including assist in preparation of the annual work plans for the department to ensure that audits are planned and well managed; review internal control systems and verification of operations and activities with a view to assessing the economy efficiency and effectiveness in which NCIA resources are utilized; evaluate and assess risk management control and governance; review to ensure that internal control systems are in place; and recommend the strengthening of internal control systems; assist in preparation of audit reports to the Registrar and the Audit Committee of the Board and follow up implementation of Internal and external audit recommendations.

Key Responsibilities / Duties / Tasks

1. Planning and coordinating internal audit activities.
2. Executing audit programmes, collecting audit evidence, reviewing internal control systems in operation.
3. Verifying the existence and safety of Centre’s assets.
4. Validating of records and reports.
5. Carrying out audit checks.
6. Ensuring adherence of accounting procedures.
7. Identifying process bottlenecks and recommending remedial action.
8. Carrying out risk assessment preparing and implementing annual audit plans and Committee reports.
9. Developing and reviewing audit management systems; and undertaking audit investigations.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Commerce (Accounting/Finance) or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
2. Certified Public Accountant or Certified Internal Auditor.
3. Membership of ICPAK or Institute of Internal Auditors(K) in good standing.