Manager, Internal Audit

The Kenya Investment Authority (KenInvest), whose mandate is to promote and facilitate both Domestic and Foreign investments in Kenya, seeks to recruit suitable candidates for the following position:-

Job Title: Manager, Internal Audit
Reports to: Board of Directors
Division / Section / Unit: Internal Audit

Responsible for:    
Internal Audit Officer
    Temporal Staff
Interns

Location: Head Office Nairobi

Job Purpose: To develop and ensure that internal control systems are working effectively and are adhered to.

Roles and Responsibilities 
Verifying all payments and receipts;
Reviewing and implementing internal controls;
Ensuring compliance with laid down staff rules and regulations;
Preparing an Audit Charter Plan and carrying out audits as per the plan;
Taking minutes of the Board’s Audit & Governance Committee and coordinating the implementation of resolutions;
Safeguarding the Authority’s assets;
Ensuring that proper books of accounts are kept;
Verifying goods and services provided to ensure compliance to the agreed specification;
Ensuring compliance to Government rules, regulations and procedures;
Ensuring compliance of financial statements to a Financial Reporting Framework (IAS);
Performing any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification:
Education and Qualifications:   
A minimum of a Masters Degree from an accredited University with an emphasis in Commerce, Economics, Management or Business Administration or in a related field.
CPA (K), ACCA.

Skills and Experience:   
Minimum of 5 years experience in auditing and accounting in a senior position;
Knowledge of local and international investment matters;
Knowledge of Government and Donor financial and  Procurement regulations and procedures;
Knowledge of International Accounting and Audit Standards;
Good interpersonal and communication skills;
Good analytical skills;
Computer literacy; and
Team player.

Key Performance Indicators   
Enhanced service delivery.
Reduction of audit queries.
Timely and regular minutes and papers for the Board Audit & Governance. Committee.
Feedback from Board Committee.

How to apply
Qualified candidates should submit their application letters together with copies of Curriculum Vitae, certificates and testimonials, names and addresses of three referees (one of whom should be present or previous employer) including a reliable telephone contact, to be received on or before 18th July 2013 to the address below.

KenInvest is an Equal Opportunity employer and candidates from minority groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

The Managing Director
Kenya Investment Authority
P O Box 55704-00200
Nairobi

Please quote for the position you are applying for clearly on the envelope.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted for interview.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.