Vacancy No.K53/04/11
Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.
Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the BASE Project.
Position: Internal Auditor (Compliance Officer)
1 Position
MR 10
Reports to: Director, Center for Global Health Research (CGHR)Program description: This program is a collaboration between Kenya Medical Research Institute and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention whose remit is to conduct research in malaria, HIV and other diseases.
Due to its continued growth, the program has a vacancy in the BASE Project.
Position: Internal Auditor (Compliance Officer)
1 Position
MR 10
Location: Kisumu, Kisian
Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in business management from a recognized university
- CPA(K), Member of ICPAK
- Minimum four(4) years post qualification experience as an internal auditor
- Computer literacy and a good working knowledge of accounting packages and financial systems.
- CISA of CIA qualification is an added advantage
Desirable Qualities/Skills
- Ability to work with minimum supervision
- Excellent analytical skills and ability to pay attention to deadlines
- Ability to work well in a team and to supervise a team
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Detailed understanding of the roles and functions of the internal audit department
- Good personal Judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
- Ability to maintain the highest standards of ethics, confidentiality and professionalism
Specific Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Reviewing and appraising the soundness, adequacy and application of accounting, financial and other controls (both existing and proposed) to promote effective and efficient internal controls
- Developing and implementing effective risk management, control governance framework
- Leading discussions on Internal Audit and Risk recommendations and agreed remedial actions and plans
- Reporting to the Director on policy issues and on day to day operations
- Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls and carry out spot checks
- Follow up outstanding issues to ensure appropriate corrective actions after external audits
- Carry out special audits or investigations as may be required from time to time
- Participate in the budget process and prepare internal audit report
- Ascertaining the level of compliance with established policies, plans and procedures
Terms of Employment:
- Six (1) year renewable contract as per KEMRI scheme of service.
- Probation period for the first 3 months.
Remuneration: Compensation is negotiable within a relevant grade, depending on educational levels, relevant experience and demonstrated competency. The salary scheme is based on the KEMRI scales plus supplemental amounts.
Applications should include the following:
Applications should include the following:
- Letter of Application (indicate vacancy number)
- Current CV, with names and contact information (telephone and e-mail address)
- Attach three reference letters (including one from current or most recent employer/supervisor)
- Copies of Certificates or transcripts
Applications are due no later than 2nd May 2011
To:
The Human Resources Manager
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, 40100,
Kisumu
or e-mail to recruitment@ke.cdc.gov
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
The KEMRI/CDC Program is an equal opportunity employer and does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process including, application, interview meeting and processing of offer letter.if asked for a fee, report such a request immediately to: 0701112145To:
The Human Resources Manager
KEMRI/CDC Program,
P.O. Box 1578, 40100,
Kisumu
or e-mail to recruitment@ke.cdc.gov
Only short listed candidates will be contacted
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