A. Member of Kakamega County Audit Committee This is pursuant to Section 55 (5) of the PFM, 2012Provide oversight on risk management, controls and governance processes Follow up on implementation of recommendations of internal and external audit Prepare pertinent audit reportsRequirements for Appointment:-At least Master’s Degree in a relevant field Knowledge in Government affairs, have the requisite business and leadership skills and shall not be a holder of a political office. Must not be past or present employee of the entity or an agent of a business organization, which has carried out business with the County Government of Kakamega in the past 2 years. Must be affiliated to professional bodies e.g. ICPAK, ACFE, LSK, EBK and IIA or any other relevant body. Understanding of Government operations, financial reporting and auditing Knowledge of objects, principles or functions of County Governments Members of Audit committee shall be appointed, for a term of two years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further one term only. After expiry of every term at least one third of the committee shall retire and not be eligible for re-appointment.An Officer at this level will report to the Senior Auditor and will be deployed to any of the three audit zonal offices.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:-Assisting in the preparation of specific audit assignment plans and audit programmesPerforming audit tests on the internal controls in accounting, administrative and operational procedures.Ensuring that the audit findings are properly documentedPreparing draft audit reports detailing audit findingsAny other duties as may be assigned from time to timeRequirements for Appointment:-CPA Part II or its equivalentA Bachelor’s Degree e.g. B. Com. (Accounting) option will be an added advantageBasic training in applicable laws and regulations governing County operationsComputer literacyGood interpersonal and communication skillsTerms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
An Officer at this level will report to the Internal Auditor and will be deployed to any of the three Audit Zonal offices.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:-Carrying out audit tests on internal controls in accounting, administration and operational proceduresEnsuring that all working papers are documented and well referencedEnsuring that the audit file is complete and well referencedAny other duties as may be assigned from time to timeRequirements for Appointment:-CPA part I or its acceptable equivalent and should be willing to pursue further professional qualificationsBasic training in County lawsComputer literacyGood interpersonal and communication skillsBe a team playerTerms of Service: Permanent & PensionableSenior Auditors will report to the Principal Auditor and will be deployed to any of the three audit zonal offices.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:-Assisting the Principal Auditors in managing the Sub-Counties of a given zoneSupervising several audit teams working simultaneouslyPerforming initial reviews of the audit reports and audit filesAssisting in preparation of specific audit assignment plans and programmesPerforming audit tests on the internal controls in accounting, administrative andOperational proceduresAny other duties as may be assigned from time to timeRequirements for appointment:-CPA (K), CA, ACCA or acceptable equivalentsA University Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related field will be an added advantage.Must have served as an Auditor in a reputable Audit firm or organisation for at least two yearsMust have analytical skillsBe computer literate and familiar with Computer Assisted Audit Tools and Techniques (CAATTs)Have a clear understanding of County lawsPossess supervisory and managerial skillsBe a team playerHave good interpersonal and communication skillsTerms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
The Principal Auditor will report to the Deputy Head of Internal Audit Services and will be deployed to any of the three Audit Zonal offices.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:-Heading the County’s internal audit officeOrganising audit teams for various audit assignmentsSupervising several audit teams working simultaneouslyEnsuring that audit files are organised in a systematic mannerPreparing specific audit assignment plans and programmesReviewing audit files and reports prepared by auditors working under them.Assisting in the preparation of periodic audit work plansCarrying out any other duties as may be assigned to them by the Head of Internal Audit ServicesRequirements for Appointment:-A University Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related fieldCPA (K), CA, ACCA or acceptable equivalentsMust have served as an Audit Manager in a reputable audit firm or organisation for at least three yearsMust have analytical skillsComputer literate with hands-on experience with Computer Assisted Audit Tools and Techniques (CAATTs).Additional professional qualifications i.e. CISA, CIA, CFE, will be an added advantageMust have a demonstrated ability of working in a multi-disciplinary teamPossess supervisory and managerial skillsHave good interpersonal and communication skillsNote: Applicants for the above positions are required to get clearance from the following institutions to meet requirements of chapter six:Kenya Revenue AuthorityHigher Education Loans BoardEthics and Anti-Corruption CommissionCriminal Investigation DepartmentCredit Reference BureauCopies of these clearances MUST be attached to the applications. All applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed Curriculum Vitae, academic and professional certificates, testimonials, National Identity Card or Passport, and any other supporting documents. The positions applied for should be indicated on top of the envelope.
Kakamega County residents will be required to indicate their Constituency of origin.
Applications should be submitted to:
Secretary
County Public Service Board
P.O. Box 458-50100
Kakamega
Hand delivered applications can be submitted at County Public Service Board’s Reception located at former Provincial Headquarters, Block ‘B’ 2nd Floor.
All applications should reach this office on or before 5th December, 2014.
County Government of Kakamega is an equal opportunity employer, all are encouraged to apply.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
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