Summary
Date Posted: Tuesday, October 04, 2022 , Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
Duties and Responsibilities
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the overall OAG strategy that is derived from the Constitution of Kenya and the Public Audit Act, 2015 in the delivery of audit and audit reports;
• Provide leadership and guidance on auditing and preparation of audit reports on National and County Governments, Commissions, Independent Offices, Judiciary, statutory bodies, state corporations and any other public entities that are funded from public funds;
• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of departmental budgets, policies and procedures to support the achievement of the corporate strategy;
• Review audit reports for approval by the Auditor-General to ensure compliance with relevant auditing and reporting standards;
• Represent the Auditor-General in forums such as the National Assembly, Senate, County Assemblies and with other stakeholders;
• Engage with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) to set guidelines for audit processes for public sector institutions;
• Provide relevant audit information to key stakeholders on how public funds have been utilized in the audited institutions;
• Provide leadership in development of timely and quality work plans for staff at all levels to ensure effective implementation of the corporate strategy;
• Mentor and coach staff within the Department to enhance work performance as set out in the performance management systems;
• Communicate with both internal and external stakeholders on audit process to enhance objectivity and transparency of the audit process;
• Provide feedback to management on audit reports in order to enhance decision making in the audit processes;
• Guide the training and development of staff in the Department in line with both individual and institutional performance objectives;
• Monitor the individual staff performance in line with quality standards and timelines to ensure the achievement of the Departmental objectives.
• Any other duties assigned from time to time by the Auditor-General.

Requirements for Appointment:
• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university preferably in the fields of Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or in any other disciplines relevant to the audit function;
• Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPA-K) or its recognized and equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Master’s degree from a recognized institution preferably in the fields relevant to the Audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or any other relevant disciplines will be an added advantage;
• A practicing member of good standing of a professional body of Accountants recognized by law;
• Strategic Leadership Development Programme (SLDP) or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
• Knowledge and practical application of the Audit Management Systems;
• Meets the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya;
• At least 15 years of practical experience in auditing from a reputable organization preferably in the public sector, five (of which must have been at the level of a Director of Audit or an equivalent and comparable position

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

• All applications must be emailed to the email address provided for each position. No physical applications will be received.

Applicants must attach the following documents
• Application Form clearly indicating the post applied for, full name of the applicant, National ID Card No, Telephone Number and email address.
• Academic and professional certificates
• Other relevant testimonials

NOTE:
• It is a criminal offence to provide false information and documents in the job applications.
• The Office shall take appropriate action on any applicant who shall be found to have presented false information and/ or documents.
• The Office of the Auditor-General is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to have diversity in the workforce in line with the Constitution. Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted. Canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Applications should reach the Office on or before Friday, 21st October, 2022

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