The Audit Committee Chairperson at Laikipia County Government

The main function of the audit committee shall be to—

• Support the Accounting Officers with regard to their responsibilities for issues of risk, control and governance and associated assurance but the responsibility over the management of risk, control and governance processes remains with the management of the concerned entity; and
• Follow up on the implementation of the recommendations of internal and external auditors.

Requirements for Appointment

• Possess a first degree in Finance/Auditing/Commerce or equivalent
• Be in possession of relevant professional certificate in Accounting/Auditing or Equivalent
• Belong to a relevant professional body e.g. ICPAK, IIAK or equivalent and must be in good standing;
• The Chairperson shall be independent to the County Government entities, be knowledgeable of the organization, have the requisite business and leadership skills and shall not be a political office holder
• Shall not be serving concurrently as a member of any other committee of the County Government;
• Must demonstrate characteristics of an effective chairperson which include;
• Being an independent proactive leader with confidence and integrity and;
• Must be available to develop and closely monitor the committee agenda.

Other Requirements

• Certificate of Good Conduct.
• Certificate of Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau
• Certificate of Tax Compliance from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
• Certificate of clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)