Audit Manager , Youth Enterprise Development Fund

The Youth Enterprise Development Fund is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports established to address the challenge of youth unemployment in the country.

The Fund provides loans and business development services to youth enterprises. 

The Fund now invites applications from dynamic, innovative and experienced individuals to fill the following vacant positions:
 

Audit Manager 

1 Position

Ref: AMEM/01/2013
 

The Audit Manager will report to the Chief Executive Officer administratively and functionally to the Audit Committee of the Board. The Audit Manager will be responsible for the Audit, Monitoring and Evaluation Department.
 

Duties and Responsibilities
 

The Job holder will

• Formulate and implement annual audit plan in consultation with the audit committee and management
• Issue periodic reports on a timely basis to the audit committee and management, summarizing the results of audit activities
• In consultation with the audit committee and management, develop appropriate internal audit manual for the organization
• Keep the Audit committee informed of the emerging trends and developments in internal auditing practices relevant to the objectives of the organization and give recommendations for required revision in the Internal Audit Manual
• Ensure the organization complies with sound internal auditing principles and best practices
• Exercise due professional care, integrity and objectivity in carrying out audit assignments
• Oversee the design and implementation of the Monitoring & Evaluation system of the organization
• Carry out special assignments on audit from time to time
• Develop the Fund’s Risk Policy Framework in liaison with the Board and Management

Qualifications
 

The ideal candidate:

• A first degree in any business related or social science areas
• Possess an MBA, (Finance or Accounting Option) will be an added advantage
• Possess a CPA (K) or any other professional accounting qualification
• Must be a member of ICPAK
• At least 5 years working experience of which 3 years must be in senior management
• Thorough knowledge of governmental Financial Management and Public Procurement procedures.

Those fulfilling the requirements of the position should submit HARD COPY applications together with a detailed Curriculum Vitae and all relevant testimonials stating the current position, current remuneration, expected salary, email address and telephone contacts. 

All applications are also expected to quote the reference number on the envelope and provide postal, telephone and email contacts of three references. 

Applications should be received by 25th January 2013.
 

All applications should be addressed to:
 

The Chief Executive Officer
Youth Enterprise Development Fund
P.O. Box 48610 – 00100
Nairobi
 

Youth Enterprise Development Fund is an equal opportunity employer.
 

Potential male and female candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply