The Council of Governors (CoG) is
established under Section 19 of the Intergovernmental Relations Act 2012 with
the mandate to provide a mechanism for consultation amongst County Governments,
share information on performance of the counties in execution of their
functions, facilitate capacity building for governors, and consider reports
from other intergovernmental forums on national and county interests amongst
other functions (Section 20).
To enable the Council achieve its mandate and vision, the Council wishes to recruit results oriented individuals with drive, vision and creativity to fill the following position:
To enable the Council achieve its mandate and vision, the Council wishes to recruit results oriented individuals with drive, vision and creativity to fill the following position:
Overall Purpose of the Job
The Internal Audit Unit provides an
independent and objective assurance and advice aimed at adding value and
improving the operations of Council of Governors. Internal Auditor will ensure
a systematic, disciplined approach to the evaluation and improvement of the
effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes in order to
support the overall efficiency and integrity of the Council of Governors.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Executive
Officer, the Internal Auditor will perform the following duties:
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Preparing and implementing the
Internal Audit annual work plan;
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Managing the Council of Governors’
Internal Audit Unit;
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Examining and inspecting activity
records, accounting systems and procedures to determine their efficiency;
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Ensuring the Council of Governors’
policies are complied with;
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Reviewing internal control systems;
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Providing leadership in the
conducting of special audits;
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Evaluating progress and status of
steps taken to address any current and past recommendations by External
Auditors;
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Preparing and submitting reports of
findings concerning the scope of audit and its findings so as to make appropriate
corrective action;
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Providing independent assurance to
the Management on the implementation and effectiveness of the internal control
systems;
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Evaluating the effectiveness of the
system of risk identification and management and suggesting improvements as
appropriate;
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Fostering quality and continuous
improvement in governance and risk management control processes;
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Assessing the cost effectiveness and
efficiency in the utilization of organization resources;
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Verifying the reliability and
integrity of financial data;
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Carrying out compliance audits with
policies, laws, rules and regulations;
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Ensuring that resources including
assets are preserved and protected and used for the benefit of the Council of
Governors;
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Carrying out special audits or
investigations as and when necessary;
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Ensuring that the Internal Audit Unit
operates in accordance with the professional standards contained;
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Any other duty as assigned by the
supervisor.
Qualifications
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Have Bachelor degree in any of the
following disciplines: – Commerce, Accounting or Finance from a recognized
institution;
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Have professional qualification CPA
or ACCA;
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Be a member of a professional
auditing or accounting body such as CISA or ICPAK;
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Have Certificate in computer applications;
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Have strong analytical, written, oral
communications, strong interpersonal and relationship skills;
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Have served for at three (3) years in
the area of auditing or accounting preferably in the public sector;
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Have proven leadership and supervisory
experience;
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Must have a sound knowledge of
government auditing regulations and laws;
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Must meet the requirements of Chapter
6 of the Constitution of Kenya; and
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Must be a Citizen of Kenya.
Languages
Fluency in English is required.
Desirable Competencies
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Accountability – takes responsibility
for action and manages constructive criticisms;
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Client Orientation – works
effectively well with CoG clients and stakeholders;
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Continuous Learning – promotes
continuous learning for self and others;
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Communication – listens and
communicates clearly, adapting delivery to the audience;
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Creativity and Initiative – actively
seeks new ways of improving programmes or services;
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Leadership and Negotiation – develops
effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders;
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Performance Management – identify
ways and implements actions to improve performance of self and others;
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Planning and Organizing – plans work,
anticipates risks, and sets goals within area of responsibility;
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Professionalism – displays mastery of
subject matter;
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Teamwork – contributes to a collegial
team environment; incorporates gender related needs, perspectives, and concerns
and promotes equal gender participation;
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Technological Awareness – displays
awareness of relevant technological solutions;
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Resource Mobilization- works with
internal and external stakeholders to meet resource needs for the Council of
Governors.
Duration of the assignment
The duration of the engagement will
be three (3) years renewable subject to performance and availability of funds.
How to Apply
Interested persons should download
and duly fill the COG EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION FORM and send
the duly completed form, CV with names and addresses of three referees, cover
letter with current and expected remuneration, and a copy each for ID,
certificates, and relevant testimonials to e-mail address; hrcog@cog.go.ke, indicating the name of the position you are applying for
in the subject of the email, on or before Friday 5th April, 2019.
The Council of Governors is an equal
opportunity employer. Persons living with disability and persons from
marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.