Officer 1 Audit at National Transport and Safety Authority

OFFICER 1 AUDIT-(GRADE NTSA 7) - REF: NTSA/09/2023/34

The officer will be responsible to the Principal Officer, Internal Audit to conduct the supportive role in internal audit activities and processes of the Audit Department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

•  Review and evaluate the system of internal controls, assess their adequacy, effectiveness and propose recommendations for their improvement;
•  Contribute to the preparation of risk-based audit plan and programs for the audit engagement;
•  Conduct in accordance with the auditing standards segments of financial, operations, systems and compliance audits to operations;
•  Obtain information directly or indirectly through examination of records or interview the auditee;
•  Safeguard the authority’s assets by establishing appropriate means of verifying their existence, ownership and valuation;
•  Prepare audit working papers properly documenting the work performed;
•  Draft monthly audit reports and communications on work performed for review;
•  Assist in establishing a follow-up mechanism on agreed recommendations on financial, operational and regulatory deficiencies reported during past audits; and
•  Carry out special audits as may be directed by the Manager, Internal Audit.

Skills and Competencies

•  At least four (4) years of relevant work experience in the Public/Private Sector;
•  Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Economics or a related field from a recognized institution;
•  Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
• Association of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA);
•  Supervisory Course is an added advantage;
•  Computer proficiency;
•  Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; and
•  Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.