Deputy Director Job in Kenya - Internal Audit

Pursuant to Article 235(1)(b) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Section 59(1)(b) of the County Governments Act No. 17 of 2012; the County Public Service Board of Busia invites applications from suitable and qualified persons to fill vacant positions in the County Government on Permanent and Pensionable terms of service as follows:

 DEPARTMENT OF FINANCE, ICT & ECONOMIC PLANNING

Director – Internal Audit, Job Group ‘R’, 1 Post, Advert No. CPSB/54/2023

The Director Internal Audit shall be In-charge of the County Treasury internal audit Services and will report directly to the Chief Officer Finance, ICT & Economic planning.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for efficient and effective organization, co-ordination, control and supervision of all audit or administrative functions in the

Communicating plans of engagement and resource requirements for the internal audit

Reviewing compliance with existing laws, regulations, policies, plans and procedures, accounting pronouncements and contractual obligations;

Secretary to the County Audit Committee;

Developing internal audit strategies, policies, systems and procedures;

Coordinating programmed and ad hoc audits of operations and activities of the County to monitor and evaluate use of the resources;

Developing and executing a risk-based Internal Audit Plan

Assessing the operational effectiveness of the design and functioning of controls and processes

Advising the County on best practices regarding the internal controls, systems and governance processes;

Formulating actionable and value-added recommendations and monitor progress of implementation of action plans;

Designing, developing and updating internal audit work plans, audit programmes and audit manual;

Ascertaining the reliability of management data systems developed within the

Facilitating periodic review of internal control systems to ensure their adequacy to prevent errors and irregularities;

Evaluating measures put in place by management to ensure that the County’s assets are accounted for and safeguarded from losses of all kind;

Monitoring and appraising performance of Internal Audit staff in line with quality standards and work processes to ensure the achievement of the departmental objectives and recommend operating improvements;

Reviewing risk management process and its implementation across the County to embed a proactive approach in identification of

Monitoring implementation of all policies and procedures to ensure that all decisions made adhere to regulations and set standards;

Qualifications


For appointment to this post a candidate must; –

Be a Kenyan

Be a holder of Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Management (Accounting or Finance option);

Economics or Commerce from a recognized institution.

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Commerce or other relevant equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;

Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants Examination, CPA (K);

A member of Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Association of Certified Fraud Examiners; and in good

Have served in the Public Sector for at least three (3) years at the grade of Deputy Internal Auditor or private sector for a minimum period of ten (5) years

A certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Programme lasting not less than Six (6) or its recognized equivalent;

Be conversant with the provisions of the Public Financial Management

Have demonstrated wide administrative capabilities and high degree of competence managing the audit function at a high level including the ability to device, develop and implement strategic corporate and operational audit plans;

Proficiency in Computer Application Skills relevant to financial management from a recognized institution

Mandatory Additional requirements

All applicants are expected to attach copies of the following documents:

KRA Tax compliance certificate

Clearance from HELB

Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)

Certificate of Good Conduct

CRB clearance certificate

How to apply

All applicants should submit their application letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card and any other supporting documents to the County Public Service Board – PORT VICTORIA PLAZA on or before Wednesday 31st May, 2023 at 5.00 p.m.

Applications should be addressed to:

The Secretary/CEO, County Public Service Board, County Government of Busia,

P.O Box 1103- 50400,

Busia.

The County Government of Busia is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth, and people living with disability are encouraged to apply.

ALL FORMS OF CANVASSING WILL LEAD TO AUTOMATIC DISQUALIFICATION.