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 (Section20).
For better execution of its mandate, the Council of Governors is established in various sectoral working Committees and Departments. To enable the Council to achieve its mandate and vision, the Council wishes to recruit a Senior Internal Auditor to support the Audit Department at the Council:
Job Purpose
The job entails the provision of an independent and objective assurance on risk management, control, and corporate governance processes in the Council.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Senior Internal Auditor will perform the following duties and responsibilities:
· Implement audit plans and programmes.
· Develop and implement a fraud investigation strategy.
· Undertake audit investigations.
· Examine vouchers, cashbooks, and ledgers confirming the propriety and accuracy of the transactions.
· Analyze data on periodical financial returns, estimates, and expenditure;
· Audit annual accounts.
· Review internal control systems.
· Carry out audit follow-ups on implementation of recommendations;
· Undertake spot-checks and cash surveys.
· Review audit reports and working papers.
· Prepare audit reports.
· Prepare audit operational plans.
· Maintain quality auditing standards.
· Provide support in the preparation of the annual Internal Audit budget.
· Performing any other duty as assigned by the supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications and Experience:
a. Academic and Professional Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Commerce (Accounting/Finance option), Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Business Administration (Accounting/Finance option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
· Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPAK) or its equivalent.
· Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
· Possess either Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certification in Risk Management and Assurance (CRMA), Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), or Certified Forensic Accountant (CFA),
· Membership to the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK), the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), the Information Systems and Control Association (ISACA), or the respective professional body.
b. Experience
· Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the grade of Internal Auditor or a cumulative period of four (4) years in a comparable and relevant position in the public or private sector.
c. Functional Skills
· Broad knowledge of Public Sector Accounting Standards, principles, and procedures
· Demonstrable knowledge of Internal audit procedures and standard,s such International Professional Practice Framework (IPPF), the Public Finance Management Act (PFMA), and ability to advise on best practices in credit operations
· Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with a variety of stakeholders within and external to the Council, both orally and in writing
· IT proficiency and experience in working with large and complex data sets and the use of an automated audit management software
· Good report writing and editing skills
· Good Supervisory and Management Skills
Duration of the Assignment
The duration of the engagement will be three (3) years, renewable for a similar term, subject to performance and availability of funds.
How to Apply;
Interested persons should send their CV with names and addresses of three referees and a Cover letter to [email protected] on or before Friday, 29th August 2025, indicating the name of the position in the subject of the email.
Council of Governors is an equal opportunity Employer.
Persons living with disabilities and Persons from the marginalized areas are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
