Job Openings at Mount Kenya University

Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Information Technology, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Business Information Technology, or related field
• CISA, CISM or CISSP.
• CPA, ACCA or CIA certifications will be an added advantage.
• At least four (4) years information systems audit experience gained in an audit environment.
• Must be registered with a relevant Professional body

Competencies:

• Data mining and analytics skills
• Working knowledge of computer assisted audit techniques (CAATs)
• Working experience in any Data Query Tools eg SQL is an added advantage
• Experience in auditing Enterprise Resource Planning systems, digital platforms and other subsystems.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Director, Internal and Systems Audit

Duties and responsibilities:

• Develop and implement the University's information systems audit strategy.
• Prepare an annual risk-based Information Systems audit plan that is aligned to the University's strategies and objectives in consultation with the Director Internal Audit.
• Design, develop and implement Information Systems audit policies and procedures consistent with the University's standards.
• Conduct Information Systems audits and reviews to ensure that information systems control and security risks, including Cyber Security risks are clearly identified
• Perform reviews of Information Systems installations and services to determine the adequacy of logical controls change control, backup and recovery procedures and business continuity management
• Supporting financial and operational audits on specific audit assignments involving advanced IT audit considerations
• Support investigative and/or forensic audits
• Coordinate the University's information systems audits by external auditors and regulators
• Undertakes any other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CPA(K), ACCA, CIA, or equivalent.
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at a managerial level.
• Strong analytical, communication, and report writing skills.
• Proficiency in audit software and computer applications.

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal, Internal Audit, Assurance & Risk Management

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate internal audit activities within the University and its campuses.
• Responsible for implementation of audit policies, procedures and strategies within the Internal Audit function.
• Review financial, operational and management processes and systems to ensure effectiveness of internal controls.
• Coordinate preparation and implementation of comprehensive risk-based audit plans and audit programmes.
• Ensure adherence to recommended accounting and auditing standards, policies and procedures.
• Conduct and supervise financial, operational, compliance and systems audit assignments.
• Evaluate adequacy and effectiveness of risk management and internal control systems.
• Prepare and review audit reports detailing identified control gaps, weaknesses and recommendations for corrective action.
• Monitor implementation of audit recommendations and follow-up actions.
• Assist the University in implementation of new or altered accounting and auditing standards.
• Coordinate special investigations and special audit assignments.
• Liaise with external auditors during audit engagements and provide necessary support.
• Provide advisory and consulting services to Management on audit and internal control matters.
• Supervise Internal Auditors and Audit Assistants.
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time-to-time.

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Education, Skills and Experience

Must have:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Risk Management, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, or related field.
• Professional qualification such as CRMA, CIA, CPA(K), CISA, or equivalent.
• Membership to a relevant professional body and in good standing.
• Minimum of five (5) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which should be at a managerial level.
• Knowledge of enterprise risk management frameworks and assurance processes.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Key responsibilities also include

Reporting to: Principal, Internal Audit, Assurance & Risk Management

Duties and responsibilities:

• Coordinate implementation of the University’s risk management and assurance framework.
• Responsible for implementation and review of risk management and assurance policies and strategies.
• Ensure institutional risk management systems and assurance processes are adequate and effective in supporting achievement of the University’s objectives.
• Coordinate identification, assessment, monitoring and reporting of institutional risks.
• Develop and review institutional risk registers, mitigation measures and assurance programmes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, University Charter, statutes and approved policies.
• Coordinate assurance reviews on operational, financial, academic and administrative processes.
• Advise Management on emerging risks, governance issues and mitigation measures.
• Monitor implementation of risk mitigation measures and assurance recommendations.
• Coordinate business continuity, compliance and risk awareness initiatives within the University.
• Assist the University in implementation of new or altered risk management, compliance and assurance standards.
• Coordinate special investigations and risk-related assignments.
• Prepare and present risk management and assurance reports to Management and relevant Committees.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on matters relating to risk management and assurance.
• Supervise Internal Auditors and Audit Assistants in matters relating to risk management and assurance.
• Undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor from time-to-time.