Kiambu County Government Internal Audit Officer I Job

 INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICER [I], JOB GROUP CPSB 09 (K) – (8 POSTS)

This position is responsible for provision of competent independent and objective feedback on adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls and other risks management activities in their sectors.

Duties and Responsibilities

•  Manage a variety of stakeholders and their expectations through regular communications;
•  Audit projects in the county and report on the same;
•  Establish the risk-based audit plans consistent with the Board’s objectives;
•  Communicate plans of engagement and resource requirements for the internal audit function;
•  Play a key role in maintaining a strong control environment and supporting initiatives that improve performance;
•  Perform financial, operational and information systems audit;
•  Attend meetings with auditees to develop an understanding of business processes;
•  Travel to different sites to meet relevant staff and obtain documents and information;

Requirements for Appointment

•  Must be a Kenyan Citizen;
•  Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Finance or Accounting), Economics, Statistics, Mathematics or its equivalent from a recognized university;
•  Certified Public Accountant(CPA(K) or Certified Information Systems Auditor
•  Knowledge of relevant legislation;
•  Knowledge of internal auditing standards;
•  Knowledge of principles, methods and practices of Governmental accounting and budgeting;
•  Satisfies the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya 2010;

How To Apply

All applicants should submit their applications cover letter together with copies of their detailed curriculum vitae with names, address and telephone contacts of three referees. academic and professional certificates, testimonials, national identity card or passport and any other supporting documents.

Applications should be addressed to:
Secretary/CEO
County Public Service Board
County Government of Kiambu
P O Box 2362 – 00900
KIAMBU

NOTE:

• ALL applications should be hand delivered in a sealed envelope, clearly marking on top of the envelope the position applied for, and dropped in the specific box provided at County Public Service Board offices, Room 103, first floor at Thika Sub-County offices between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays.
• Applications should reach the Board on or before Thursday, 28th March, 2024.
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce their original identity card, academic and professional certificates and submit clearance from the following institutions:
  • Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA)
  • Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC)
  • Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI)
  • Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
  • Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
• County Government of Kiambu is an equal opportunity employer, women, youth and people living with disability are encouraged to apply.
• The Board and the County Government of Kiambu is a corruption free zone.
• We caution candidates not to fall victim of fraudsters and impersonators who solicit for money with a promise to secure them jobs in the County. The Board shall bear no responsibility for any personal loss arising from such unlawful dealings. Report any of such cases to the Police.