Audit & Risk Manager
The Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) is a
Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established via Government Financial
Management Act in 2007, through Legal Notice no.147. and whose core mandate is
to provide accessible and affordable credit to support Kenyan women start
and/or expand businesses for wealth and employment creation.
Salary Scale: Ksh.109, 089 x 5,454 –
114,543 x 5,727 – 120,270 x 5,902 – 126,172 x 6,077 132,249 xs 6,252 – 138,501
x 6,427 – 144,928 PM
Responsibilities
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An officer at this level will be
responsible administratively to the Chief Executive Officer and functionally to
the Board through the Audit and Risk Management committee to ensure there is an
innovative responsive and effective risk management approach within the fund
including;
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Formulate policies for effective risk
management strategies and framework for the Fund.
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Coordinating and overseeing all risk
management activities and assessing compliance with internal policies, relevant
contracts and all legal and regulatory requirements.
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Coordinate preparation, approval by
the Board and implementation of annual audit plans and appropriate audit
programs.
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Ensure sound development and
implementation of audit management systems.
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Ensure proper preparation of audit
reports, presentation of the same to the Audit & Risk Committee on
quarterly basis and implementation of audit recommendations.
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Responsible for coordination of Audit
& Risk department’s activities, including staff training and development.
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Liaising with external auditors and
ensure implementation of their recommendations.
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Updating the Board Internal Audit
& Risk Committee Charter as well as the internal Audit Charter.
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Review the Fund’s compliance with the
relevant statutes, policies, rules, regulations, administrative government
circulars and guidelines.
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Review the adequacy of internal
policies, procedures and processes to ensure necessary and sufficient internal
controls are in place.
Carry out special assignments including investigations and recommend controls to mitigate risks.
Carry out special assignments including investigations and recommend controls to mitigate risks.
Requirements
For appointment to this grade, an
officer must have:-
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Served in Audit function for at least
10 years with at least four (4) being in a managerial position.
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Master’s degree majoring in Finance
,Accounting or Strategic
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Management or its equivalent from a
recognized institution;
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Member of ICPAK, Institute of
Internal Auditors (IIA) or Information
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Systems & Control Association
(ICASA) in good standing.
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Certification as Certified
Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified
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Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified
Fraud Examiner (CFE) or Certified
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Forensic Accountant (CFA) is an added
advantage
Competencies required
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Broad knowledge of Public Sector
Accounting standards
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Thorough understanding of National
Development Goals and familiarity with the latest emerging trends
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Excellent Communication,
interpersonal, writing and editing skills
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Ability to think creatively and
innovatively
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Strong organizational skills and
detail-oriented
Assistant Credit Manager
The Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) is a
Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established via Government Financial
Management Act in 2007, through Legal Notice no.147. and whose core mandate is
to provide accessible and affordable credit to support Kenyan women start
and/or expand businesses for wealth and employment creation.
HR/No: 6/2017: Assistant Credit
Manager – Grade WEF 4 (I Post)
Salary Scale: Ksh.77,527 x 3,877 –
81,404 x 4,070 – 85,474 x 4,274 – 89,748 x 4,487 – 94,235 x 4,712 – 98,947 x
4,947 – 103,894 P.M
Responsibilities
An officer at this level will report
to the Deputy Manager, Credit, for the day to day credit operations including
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Coordinating and overseeing all
aspects of the lending cycle under the existing channels whilst ensuring
compliance to the lending criteria before recommending to the Board’s Loans
Committee.
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Responsible for Head office Credit
Officers including their performance appraisal and developmental needs.
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Ensure compliance with Credit
Policies, Product Profiles and set timelines in analysis and approval of credit
facilities.
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Effective monitoring of loan
repayments and mitigating risks related to defaults
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Preparation of Board Papers for the
Board Loans Committee
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Developing, managing and maintaining
relations with Financial Intermediary partners, relevant government authorities
and other key stakeholders to ensure that these relationships meet the
strategic objectives of the Fund.
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Coordinating and ensuring timely
reconciliations of loan accounts.
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Adhering to the key principles in
relation to fraud prevention and reporting any suspicions and safeguarding
records.
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Reviewing credit reports and ensuring
they are quality and accurate and promptly submitted to management.
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Participating in development and
preparation of departmental budgets, quality board papers and other adhoc
reports.
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Monitoring the quality of loan
portfolio and following up of loan repayments.
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Liaising with financial intermediary
partners including follow-up of loan repayments and reporting.
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Participating and coordinating
awareness creation and publicity campaigns.
Requirements
For appointment at this level, a
candidate must have:-
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Served in a comparable position in a
similar organization for at least Six (6) years with least three (3) years in a
management role.
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A Masters degree in any of the
following:- Economics, Commerce ,Business Administration, Business Management,
Finance, Accounts or any other business related subjects is an added advantage
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Shown merit and ability in credit
control as reflected in work performance and results
Competencies required
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Report writing skills
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Litigation skills
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Confidentiality
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Communication skills
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Ability to work independently and
effectively under pressure and on strict deadlines
Deputy Manager IT
The Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) is a
Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established via Government Financial
Management Act in 2007, through Legal Notice no.147. and whose core mandate is
to provide accessible and affordable credit to support Kenyan women start
and/or expand businesses for wealth and employment creation.
HR/No: 5/2017: Deputy Manager,
Information Communication Technology Grade WEF 3 (1 Post)
Salary Scale: Ksh.89,748 x 4,487 –
94,235 x 4,712 – 98,947 x 4,947 – 103,894 x 5,195 – 109,089 x
5,454 – 114,543 x 5,727 – 120,270 p.m.
5,454 – 114,543 x 5,727 – 120,270 p.m.
Responsibilities
An Officer at this level is
responsible to Chief Executive Officer for overall process of formulating,
implementing and monitoring ICT policies, strategies, standards and programmes
in the Fund including;
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Management and coordination of the
unit and supervision of ICT staff.
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Supervise and build capacity of ICT
staff
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Budgeting & designing work plans
for the department.
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Formulate, implement and monitor ICT
policies, strategies, standards and programmes in the Fund.
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Facilitate approval of ICT standards
for application
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Reviewing and evaluating feasibility
studies and reports for implementation
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Providing assistance in the
development of ICT strategic plans
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Keep up to date with emerging
information, communication, innovative and technological trends
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Formulate, implement, maintain and
enhance ICT systems.
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Safeguard the integrity of the organization’s
data.
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Manage usage of ICT resources to
ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
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Train users in IT systems.
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Manage suppliers of ICT products.
Requirements
For appointment to this grade, an
officer must have:
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Served in the Information
Communication Technology sector for at least Six (6) years; with at least three
(3) years in a managerial position
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Possession of a Master’s Degree in
Computer Science, Business Administration or any other business related
discipline will be an added advantage;
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Demonstrated experience with standard
software, Email, ERP systems, Backup , Web design and development as well as
exposure to Windows Server Operating System
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Prior exposure to database management
systems e.g. SQL server as well as exposure to IP telephony systems
Deputy Manager, Finance &
Administration
The Women Enterprise Fund (WEF) is a
Semi-Autonomous Government Agency established via Government Financial
Management Act in 2007, through Legal Notice no.147. and whose core mandate is
to provide accessible and affordable credit to support Kenyan women start
and/or expand businesses for wealth and employment creation.
HR/No: 3/2017: Deputy Manager,
Finance & Administration Grade WEF 3 (1 Post)
Salary Scale: Ksh.89,748 x 4,487 –
94,235 x 4,712 – 98,947 x 4,947 – 103,894 x 5,195 – 109,089 x 5,454 – 114,543 x
5,727 – 120,270 p.m.
Responsibilities
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An officer at this level will report
to the Finance and Administration Manager for coordinating resource allocations
in line with the Fund’s policies.
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Oversight to commitment of funds and
expenditure trends.
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Supervise staff under you and
coordinate all operations of Finance &
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Administration department ensuring
merchant payments are made on time.
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Mentor and coach staff.
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Coordinate resource allocations and
budgetary control in line with Fund’s policies.
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Expenditure monitoring, review and
forecasting.
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Prioritization of projects and
activities for the purpose of financial reporting.
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Transfer of Mpesa collections to the
collection account at least two working days before end of the month.
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Initiate reversals to Mpesa liaising
with ICT on the same and reconciliation of the same.
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Maintenance of fixed asset register
and tagging ensuring all assets are captured regularly.
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Preparation of Financial statements-
Timeline.
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Verify all bank reconciliations
including Mpesa and petty cash.
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Preparation of management reports
monthly and quarterly as provided.
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Preparation of departmental work
plan.
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Preparation of departmental budget
and Institutional budget.
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Assist in liaison with Parent
Ministry and other stakeholders.
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Respond to internal and External
Audit querries.
Requirements
For appointment to this grade, a
candidate must have:-
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Served in the Finance and Administration
function for at least nine (9) years with at least three (3) years in a
managerial position
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Masters degree in business
administration (MBA), economics, finance, commerce or in a financial related
discipline from a recognized university
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A Certified Public Accountant and
Member of ICPA (K ) in good standing
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Shown merit and ability as reflected
in work performance
Competency required
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Analytical skills
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Integrity, transparency and
accountability
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Leadership & Management skills
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Communication skills
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Sound knowledge of Financial
management in the public sector
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Knowledge of computerized financial
and accounting systems
How to Apply
Applications clearly marked with the
position reference and title and including a detailed CV, copies of academic
certificates, professional qualifications, testimonials, day time telephone
number, names and addresses of three professional referees should be delivered
to the Fund by hand, courier or post so as to reach the address below on or
before 29th May 2017.
The Chief Executive /Director
Women Enterprise Fund
11th Floor Social Security House Building Block A
Eastern Wing
P. O. Box 17126 -00100
NAIROBI.
Women Enterprise Fund
11th Floor Social Security House Building Block A
Eastern Wing
P. O. Box 17126 -00100
NAIROBI.
Shortlisted applicants will be
expected to provide details of their current salary and the following
documents: Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal
Investigations; Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
Tax Compliance Certificate from KRA; Clearance from the Ethics and
Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC); Clearance from an Approved Credit Reference
Bureau (CRB).
Interested applicants who had
previously submitted their applications for the above positions should
re-apply.
Women Enterprise Fund is an equal
opportunity employer committed to diversity and gender equality. Women and persons
with disability are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates shall be
contacted. Any form of canvassing shall lead to automatic disqualification.