Manager Internal Audit at Kenya Institute of Supplies Management

Job Summary

The Manager Internal Audit and Risk is responsible for planning, executing and reporting on operational, financial, governance and compliance related audit reviews of the Institute. This role reports to the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee of the Council of KISM and administratively to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities include but not limited to;

• Development of the annual audit plans in line with Institute’s requirements
• Coordinating implementation both internal and external audits
• Communicating results of audit findings including approved Annual Reports and Financial Statements to the Council
• Reviewing and coordinating the implementation of the Internal Control framework and ensure compliance
• Undertaking Enterprise Risk Management Programs
• Documenting audit processes and procedures, identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing and analyzing evidence
• Establishing risk-based plans
• Conducting appropriate assessment exercises to streamline performance and governance processes
• Facilitating the Audit & Risk Committee in reviewing the effectiveness of KISM’s processes of Corporate Governance
• Lead and motivate the Audit team

KEY COMPETENCIES, KNOWLEDGE AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Effective organizational and decision-making skills
• Leadership skills and ability to build trustful relations
• Ability to collaborate and support others across the Institute
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication, and presentation skills
• Excellent understanding of International Standards on Auditing
• Results oriented, meet deadlines on assignments, juggle multiple demands

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting/Finance) or related degree from a recognized institution
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a member of ICPAK in good standing
• 5 years’ experience in a managerial position
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution
• Relevant Master’s degree , CISA certification , will be an added advantage

Member of Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya In addition to the professional qualifications, applicants will be required to meet the expectations of Chapter 6 on Leadership and Integrity and possess;

• Valid certificate of Good conduct
• Clearance certificate from the Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
• Certificate of compliance from the Higher Education Loans Board( HELB)
• A valid Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance clearance
• A valid certificate of clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau
• A relevant identification document
• Valid Membership Certificate from relevant Professional body