Reporting To: Head of Internal Audit

Key responsibilities and duties

•  Supervision and preparation of draft reports, and discussion of recommendations and agreed-on remedial actions with the appropriate level of management.
•  Preparing working papers, reports, and support documentation for audit findings.
•  Evaluating the design and operational effectiveness of audit areas, including efficiency, effectiveness, and mitigating controls.
•  Identifying control gaps in processes, procedures, and systems through in-depth research and assessment and suggested methods for improvement.
•  Identifiying audit risks, preparing budgets, and coordinating with management and the audit team in preparing related reports.
•  Conducting functional audits, special reviews and investigations.
•  Determining financial and operational audit areas, providing the most economical and efficient use of audit resources.
•  Planning, directing, and controlling the execution of administrative and compliance activities.
•  Maintaining audit query register and risk assessment register.
•  Assisting in IT Audits, and reviewing the audit, risk, and specialized assessments documentation.
•  Supporting the Head of Internal Audit in improving the risk management process, control environment, and operational efficiency across the university, including the University’s governance, operations, and information systems.
•  Assisting the Head of Internal Audit in establishing an effective programme for selecting, developing, and managing the Internal Audit team.
•  Assisting in the development and maintenance of an audit universe and risk-based audit plan, as well as development of engagement plans setting out the scope, objectives, risks, and tests for internal audit assignments.
•  Assisting the Head of Internal Audit in planning functional audits, special reviews and investigations.
•  Assisting the Head of Internal Audit in monitoring progress of the corrective actions by management to correct identified deficiencies.
•  Assisting the Head of Internal Audit in continuously improving the audit process through new tools and techniques.
•  Deputizing for the Head of Internal Audit when necessary.
•  Attending the Risk Management and Audit Committee (RMAC) meeting of the University Council and recording minutes.

Requirements

•  Must be a member of The Institute of Certified Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or Institute of Internal Auditor (IIA), or Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) or equivalent in good standing.
•  Have a minimum of 6 years of work experience in Internal Audit or Risk Management/Governance.
•  Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management (Finance and Accounting option), or equivalent from a recognized institution.
•  Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management (Finance and Accounting option), or equivalent from a recognized institution.
•   Certified Public Accountant (CPA) professional qualification, or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE),or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or Certified Forensic and Fraud Examiner (CFFE).
•  Excellent Microsoft Excel and Financial Modeling skills.