Job Description

The Internal Audit Manager will be responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity aimed at adding value and improving the operations of the Board. In addition, Internal Audit Manager will be required to assist the Board in accomplishing its strategic objectives by effecting a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

 Responsibilities
The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Providing secretariat to the Audit committee


• Formulating and coordinate the implementation of internal audit policies,
  strategies and plans;


• Compiling and issue internal audit reports;


• Conducting special audits and investigations;


• Setting up and implement systems in accordance with auditing standards;


• Testing the efficacy of the risk assessment systems ;

• Monitoring and reporting on the Board overall risk profile;


•  Supporting various departments in risk profiling;


• Reviewing correctness and accuracy of accounting reports;


• Providing of independent assurance on risk management process on both
  design and operation; and


•  Assuring on risk control effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy and risk
  management processes.

Qualifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have:-

• Have Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or relevant field from a recognized university;


• Have Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or relevant field from a recognized institution;


• Have passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent
  qualification;


•  Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and OR


• Be a Member of the IIA/ISACA in good standing;


• Have a certificate in a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;


• Be proficient in computer application skill;


• Have demonstrated professional competence and ability as reflected in work performance and results; and


• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter six of the Constitution.

MINIMUM PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate must have the following minimum professional experience:

• Have a minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience three (3) of which should have been in a supervisory position in the public or private institution;

KEY COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

• Strong communication and reporting skills


• Strong analytical and numerical skills


• Strong organizational and interpersonal skill


• Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills


•  Professionalism


• Ethical and integrity


•  Interpersonal and negotiation skills


• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multitask

How to Apply

The Board is an equal-opportunity employer in keeping with its obligations under the Constitution of Kenya 2010 particularly Articles 10, 27(4) and 232, the Board encourages eligible women, persons with disabilities, those from minority and marginalized communities to apply for the above opportunity. Candidates who canvas for these positions will be disqualified. The Board does not solicit for money in order to shortlist or recruit any candidate. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. All shortlisted candidates will be required to provide the following documents;  Clearance certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;  Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);  Certificate of Good Conduct;  Clearance certificate from the Ethic and Anti- Corruption Commission (EACC); and  Clearance Certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau. Eligible applicants to download an Engineers Board of Kenya’s job application forms from the Board’s website https://ebk.or.ke/career-opportunities/. Duly filled application forms accompanied by cover letter, detailed CV, current and expected gross salary, telephone and email contacts, copies of identification cards, academic and professional certificates to be submitted either via post office or hand delivered to the undersigned on or before 10th December, 2019 at 5pm.

THE REGISTRAR/CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ENGINEERS BOARD OF KENYA FORTIS SUITES, OFF HOSPITAL ROAD, 9TH FLOOR P. O. BOX 30324 – 00100 NAIROBI

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