Job Description
Job Title Senior Internal Audit Officer
Grade RL5
Job Purpose
This position is responsible for implementation of the risk, compliance and governance framework and to
provide independent assurance on the effectiveness of internal controls of the Commission.
Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
I. Managerial / Supervisory Responsibilities
N/A
II. Operational Responsibilities / Tasks
(i) Carry out Commission audits on systems, process and procedures to ensure compliance with
(ii) established practices and policies;
(iii) Examine existing internal controls and systems to confirm their adequacy and relevance;
(iv) Review and report on implementation of risk management strategies and initiatives and make
recommendations to correct identified gaps;
(v) Promptly implement external and internal audit recommendations and corrective actions;
(vi) Carry out special audits and investigations as and when required;
(vii) Coordinating audit exercises with external auditors and other stakeholders;
(viii) Draft reports for the Audit and Risk Management Committee and Commission meetings;
(ix) Maintain and update the Commission Risk Register;
(x) Provide feedback to enhance business processes and initiate process improvement to achieve operational excellence; and
(xi) Develop individual work plans, monitor own performance and seek requisite support to ensure delivery
of agreed targets.
Job Dimensions:
I.Financial Responsibility
N/A
II. Responsibility for Physical Assets
1. Computer
2. Office furniture and equipment
III. Decision Making / Job Influence
1. Analytical
2. Operational
IV. Working Conditions
Office setting with occasional travel out of office.
Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills).
Academic qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option) or any other relevant field of study
from a recognized university.
Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
(i) Possess at least CPA (K)/ACCA.
(ii) Hold at least CIA part 1 or equivalent certification.
(iii) Possession of CISA certification will be an added advantage.
Previous relevant work experience required.
A minimum of Six (6) years’ experience in auditing in a reputable organization.
Functional Skills, Behavioral Competencies/Attributes:
(i) Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
(ii) Possess effective time management and organizational skills to meet deadlines.
(iii) Knowledge of audit procedures including planning techniques, tests and sampling methods involved in executing audits.
(iv) Knowledge of Public Financial Auditing and Results Based Performance assessment.
(v) Knowledge of computerized accounting and audit systems.
(vi) A result oriented team player, able to work under minimal supervision within set timelines