Vacancies at Women Enterprise Fund

Reference: WEF/HR/2024/2/1

Background:

Basic Pay Minimum Ksh; 155,122 - Maximum Ksh; 205,477 PM
An officer at this level will report administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and functionally to the Board through the Audit and Risk Management committee to ensure there is an innovative, responsive and effective risk management approach within the Fund.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Formulating policies for effective risk management strategies and framework for the Fund.
• Coordinating and overseeing all risk management activities and assessing compliance with internal policies, relevant contracts and all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate preparation, approval by the Board and implementation of annual audit plans and appropriate audit programs.
• Ensure sound development and implementation of audit management systems.
• Ensure proper preparation of audit reports, presentation of the same to the Audit & Risk Committee on quarterly basis and implementation of audit recommendations.
• Responsible for coordination of Audit & Risk departments activities, including staff training and development.
• Liaising with external auditors and ensure implementation of their recommendations.
• Updating the Board Internal Audit & Risk Committee Charter as well as the internal Audit Charter.
• Review the Funds compliance with the relevant statutes, policies, rules, regulations, administrative government circulars and guidelines.
• Review the adequacy of internal policies, procedures and processes to ensure necessary and sufficient internal controls are in place.
• Carry out special assignments including investigations and recommend controls to mitigate risks.
• Any other lawful duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting / Finance.
• Masters degree majoring in Finance, Accounting or Strategic Management or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
• Served in Audit function for at least 10 years with at least five (5) being in a managerial position.
• Senior Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks and Strategic Leadership Development Course lasting at least six (6) weeks.
• Valid membership from ICPAK, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Information Systems & Control Association (ICASA) & in good standing.
• Professional Certification in either Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA) is an added advantage.
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Knowledge in Public Sector Accounting and Auditing standards.
• Understanding of National Development Goals and familiarity with the latest emerging trends.
• Knowledge in audit and risk management procedures and ability to advice on best practices in credit operations.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, writing and editing skills.
• IT proficiency.

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Reference: WEF/HR/2024/2/2

Background:

Basic Pay Minimum Ksh; 96,993 - Maximum Ksh; 141,337 PM
An officer at this level will be responsible to the Manager, Audit & Risk through the Audit and Risk Management Committee to ensure there is an innovative responsive and effective risk management approach within the Fund:

Description:

Duties and Responsibilities:-

• Supervising, coaching staff and providing professional development and guidance.
• Responsible for auditing assigned work of wide scope and complexity and specific audit assignments.
• Follow up on the resolution of external audit queries and implementation of external audit recommendations.
• Oversee risk management activities and assess effectiveness of and compliance with internal controls, internal policies, tax regulations and other statutory guidelines.
• Coordinate the alignment of departmental and the Funds activities to the Funds risk management framework.
• Participate and/or represent the Manager, Audit & Risk in multidisciplinary teams to develop, implement and evaluate the Funds strategic plans.
• Develop audit management systems and internal audit programs in consultation with the Manager.
• Preparation of detailed audit reports and follow up on implementation of audit recommendations to ensure efficiency of operations.
• Interpretation of financial policies for sound auditing practices and control,
• Developing and updating an internal audit manual and facilitate compliance with auditing standards and guidelines.
• Prepare and ensure implementation of annual audit plans.
• Any other lawful duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment:-

For appointment at this level, a candidate must have:-

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce in Accounting/Finance/Economics.
• Masters Degree in Business Administration Accounting/Finance/Economics/Strategic Management.
• Served in a comparable position in a similar organization for at least seven (7) years with at least three (3) years in a management role.
• Senior Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks.
• Shown merit and ability in Audit work as reflected in work performance and results.
• Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPA-K) or equivalent.
• Valid membership from Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) in good standing.
• Membership to either Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Information System and Control Association (ISACA) & in good standing.
• Possess qualifications in Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA) as an added advantage.
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Report writing skills
• Analytical skills
• Confidentiality
• Communication skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and on strict deadlines
• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards, principles and procedures
• IT proficiency

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Reference: WEF/HR/2024/7

Background:

Basic Pay Minimum Ksh; 85,021 - Maximum Ksh; 112,704 P.M
Reporting to the Assistant Manager, Audit & Risk, an officer at this level will be responsible for auditing work of limited scope and complexity and supporting the department in identification of risks, assessment, monitoring and reporting in line with the Funds risk management framework including;

Description:

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure that accounting procedures of the Fund are adhered to.
• Check risk management activities and assess compliance with internal policies, tax regulations and other statutory guidelines.
• Assist in developing audit management systems and internal audit programs.
• Assist in the interpretation of financial policies for sound auditing practices and control.
• Participate in developing and updating an internal audit manual to facilitate compliance with auditing standards and guidelines.
• Assist in preparation and implementation of annual audit plans.
• Undertake specific audit assignments and prepare detailed audit observations and draft reports.
• Conduct financial and systems audit & assist in ensuring compliance with tax regulations and other statutory requirements.
• Ensure audit checks, verification of payments to ensure validity and accuracy.
• Assist in ensuring that the accounting procedures of the Fund are adhered to.
• Assist in the development and implementation of the audit management systems.
• Assist in following up on the resolution of external audit queries and implementation of external audit recommendations.
• Participate in conducting institutional risk evaluation and efficiency audit.
• Carry out review of accounting, financial and budgetary systems.
• Undertake special audit investigations as may be required from time to time.
• Any other lawful duty that may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment at this level, a candidate must have:-

• Bachelors Degree in Commerce in Accounting/Finance/Economics/Business Administration/Business Management.
• Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPA-K) or equivalent.
• Served in a comparable position in a similar organization for at least five (5) years.
• Shown merit and ability in Audit work as reflected in work performance and results.
• Valid membership from Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
• Membership from Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Information System and Control Association (ISACA) & in good standing.
• Possession of qualifications in Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA) will be an added advantage.
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Key Competencies and Skills

• Report writing and presentation skills
• Analytical skills
• Knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards, principles and procedures
• Communication skills both oral and written
• IT proficiency and experience in working with large and complex data sets
• Proactive and able to work with minimum supervision
• Ability to work independently and effectively under pressure and on strict deadlines