Job Responsibilities

Developing, implementing and reviewing audit management systems of the Authority;
Preparing annual work plans for the function and ensuring that audits are well planned and executed;
Supervising the preparation of work programmes to ensure that audits are planned and well managed;
Overseeing risk assessment and developing management guidelines;
Overseeing the preparation and submission of audit reports
Ensuring that accounting, administration and other operations comply with NEMA management policies;
Ensuring that the internal controls are reviewed and documented on their effectiveness and adequacy
Planning and conducting audit engagements and investigations
Following up on implementation of recommendations of internal and external audit
Carrying out audit assignments
Ensuring accountability and compliance with principles and values of good governance, transparency, accountability, ethics and integrity
Supervising, appraising and developing audit staff to ensure maintenance of high audit standards within the audit function.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Master’s degree in Accounting or Finance or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
A minimum period of twelve (12) years relevant work experience and at least four (4) years in a management role in the Public Service or Private Sector
Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results
Leadership course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
Membership of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (ICPAK) or Institute of Internal Auditors of Kenya (IIA-Kenya) and/or Association ofCertified Fraud Examiners (ACFE-Kenya) or any other relevant professional body
Proficiency in computer applications
Good Communication skills