The
National Gender and Equality Commission
Vision: A society that upholds gender equality, dignity, respect and
fairness for all
Mission: To effectively and efficiently promote gender equality and freedom
from discrimination for all persons in Kenya
Internal Auditor
(NGEC
4)
Ref: NGEC/HR/18/2016
1 Post
Gross
Salary Scale: Entry
Kshs. 230,000 P.M.
Terms
of Service: 5 Year
Contract Renewable
Other
Benefits: Medical
Cover, Group Life Insurance & WIBA
Requirements
for Appointment
For
appointment to this grade, an officer must:-
- Have
served in the grade of Internal Auditor (or in a relevant and comparable
position) for a minimum period of eight (8) years, three (3) years of
which should have been at management level.
- Possess
A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounts, Commerce, Finance or any other relevant
and qualification from a recognized institution;
- Possess
A Master’s Degree in Business Administration (Studies), Economics, Finance
or any other relevant qualification field from a recognized institution;
- Be
a Certified Public Accountant (CPA K)
- A
current member of ICPAK
- Demonstrate
a thorough understanding of Public Finance Management, Integrated
Financial Management Information System (IFMIS), Public Procurement
Procedures and Regulation.
- Have
Knowledge and expertise in use of computer applications viii) Good
Communication skills
- Demonstrable
professional competence and administrative ability as shown in work
performance and results.
- Ability
to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both
internal and external stakeholders.
Duties
and responsibilities
The
holder will be secretary to the Audit Committee of the Commission and will be
responsible for planning, executing, reporting and follow up on scheduled and
adhoc audits to provide assurance to the commission and management on the
adequacy of internal controls and compliance to laws and regulations.
Specific
duties and responsibilities include to:
- Formulate
and implement internal audit policies and procedures;
- Produce
proactive and timely internal audit reports for presentation to the
management and to the Audit, Committee of the Commission;;
- Develop
the audit plan giving priority to high risk areas and execute the plan on
timely basis
- Conducting
reviews as requested by management or the Audit Committee provided such
reviews do not compromise the independence or objectivity of the internal
audit function;
- Supervise
the preparation of audit programmes;
- Conduct
scheduled and adhoc audits in the Commission;
- Facilitate
storage and retrieval of audit reports;
- Ensure
compliance to applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Discuss
audit findings with management and ensure audit recommendations are
implemented and any lapses explained.
- Ensure
compliance to the best professional auditing practices.
- Mentor,
train, guide staff in internal audit.
- Advise
on methods and procedures of proper and effective audit management and
control systems; and
- Advise
on use of and implementation of modern technology for effective audit
management and control.
- Liaise
with external auditors and other providers of assurance; and
- Be
Secretary to the Audit Committee of the Commission
How to
Apply
1.
Qualified candidate should attach to their applications: a
detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of the National Identity Card (Both sides)
and certified copies of Academic Certificates and relevant transcripts and any
other relevant supporting documents
2.
All applicants should state their present and salary,
3.
Attach a copy of the letter of substantive appointment to their
current position; and
4.
Give names of three (3) referees and their mobile and e-mail
contacts.
Please
Note that
- The
Commission is an equal opportunity employer.
- Persons
with Disability, Youth, People from minority and marginalized groups and
communities who meet the requirements of the advertised jobs are
especially encouraged to apply.
- Only
shortlisted candidates will be notified.
- It
is a criminal office for any applicant to provide false information and
documents in the job application.
- Canvassing
will lead to automatic disqualification
- A
candidate who applies online must scan all the required documents and
email them.
Members of
Audit Committee
(2
Posts)
Ref: NGEC/HR/17/2016
1.
Background
The
National Gender and Equality Commission is a Constitutional body established
under Article 59 of the Constitution of Kenya (2010) and operationalized by the
National Gender and Equality Commission Act of 2011.
The
Commission’s core mandate is to promote gender equality and freedom from
discrimination in accordance with article 27 of the constitution, for all persons in Kenya with special focus to persons with disabilities, youth, women, the elderly, minority groups and marginalized communities.
discrimination in accordance with article 27 of the constitution, for all persons in Kenya with special focus to persons with disabilities, youth, women, the elderly, minority groups and marginalized communities.
Pursuant to Section 73(5) of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012 and Part XIII of the Public Finance Management (National Government) Regulations, 2015, the National Gender and Equality Commission wish to establish an Audit Committee.
The
Audit Committee will support the Commission by monitoring and reviewing the
risk, control and governance processes among other responsibilities enumerated
in the gazette notice No.2691 (Audit Committee Guidelines for National
Government) dated 15th April 2016.
The
Commission invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyans for the
positions of the members of the Audit Committee.
2.
Requirements for Appointment
For
appointment to this position, an applicant must have:
- Hold
a Bachelor’s Degree from a university recognized in Kenya;
- Knowledge
and experience in either one or more of the following fields: Accounting,
Auditing, Finance Management, Risk Management, or Any other relevant
discipline.
- Preferably
a member of a professional body and in good standing.
3.
Other Requirements
- Have
a good understanding of National Government operations and financial
management;
- Have
a good understanding of the mandate of the National Gender and Equality
Commission;
- Able
to dedicate sufficient time to the performance of Audit Committee work.
- Fulfil
the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution of Kenya.
4.
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties
and responsibilities to this position include;
1.
Evaluating whether processes are in place to address key roles
and responsibilities in relation to risk management.
2.
Evaluating the adequacy of the control environment to provide
reasonable assurance that the systems of internal control are of a high
standard and functioning as intended.
3.
Performing an independent review of the financial statements to
ensure the integrity and transparency of the financial reporting process.
4.
Monitoring the effectiveness of an entity‘s performance
information and compliance with the performance management framework and
performance reporting requirements.
5.
Evaluating the quality of the internal audit function,
particularly in the areas of planning, monitoring and reporting.
6.
Engaging with external audit and assessing the adequacy of
management response to issues identified by audit.
7.
Reviewing the effectiveness of how the entity monitors
compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements and promotes a
culture committed to lawful and ethical behaviour.
5.
Terms of Appointment: Members
of the Audit Committee shall serve on a part-time basis for a period of three
(3) years and shall be eligible for re-appointment for a further one term
only.
The
Committee will meet at least four times in a year.
The
allowances payable to the members of the audit committee shall be determined by
the SRC.
How to Apply
1.
Qualified candidate should submit their application together
with detailed Curriculum Vitae; a copy of National Identity Card and certified
copies of Academic Certificates, Testimonials and other relevant supporting
documents;
2.
Provide names of three (3) referees with mobile and e-mail
contacts.
3.
Clearly mark on the envelope and cover letter of application the
post reference number.
Please
Note: A
person shall not be qualified for appointment as a member of Audit Committee if
he/she;
- Is
a former or present employee of the National Gender and Equality
Commission; or
- Has
been an employee or an agent of a business organization which has carried
out any business with the National Gender and Equality Commission for the
last two years.
- It
is a criminal offense for any applicant providing false information and
documents in the applications.
The
Commission is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with Disability, Youth,
People from minority and marginalized groups and communities who meet the
requirements of the advertised jobs are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Commission Secretary/CEO,
National Gender and Equality Commission,
Solution Tech Building, Longonot Road, Upper Hill,
P O Box 27512-00506,
Nairobi.
E-mail: hr@ngeckenya.org
Website: www.ngeckenya.org
To
reach the Commission on or before 28th September 2016 (latest by 5.00P.M.)