Job Description
Ref. P/IAP/2023
Job Title: Principal Internal Auditor, Projects (CA5)
Overview:
The Communications Authority of Kenya (The Authority) is the regulatory agency responsible for
regulation of the communications sector in Kenya. We are committed to promoting and facilitating
the development of a vibrant and inclusive communications industry. As part of our strategic
objectives, we are seeking an experienced Principal Internal Auditor to join our team. This is a key
role responsible for providing technical expertise in internal audit assurance to the Authority.
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the Deputy Director, Risk Assurance, the Principal Internal Auditor-
Projects is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting activity
aimed at adding value and improving the operations of the Authority. This role requires expertise
risk management, internal controls and governance processes.
1. Assist project audit in carrying out internal audit strategies and executing audit plan for
projects.
2. Perform technical audit procedures including identifying risks, developing audit criteria,
analysis and documenting audit processes and evidence.
3. Develop and maintain quality audit programs, audit documentation, and active
participation in internal audit continuous improvement initiatives.
4. Lead and/or participate in project audits and undertake comprehensive planning and risk
assessment relating to each project to ascertain audit participation and the audit scope.
5. Review project implementation activities as per the approved project implementation plan
and project contracts.
6. Understand the authority’s strategy/directions, regulatory landscape, market changes and
emerging system implementation risks to value add in project review.
7. Communicate and work with project team/stakeholders to identify project and risks and
their mitigations, including the review of systems to determine whether they are in
compliance with plans, policies and procedures, and external regulations/laws which could
have a significant impact on operations and reports.
8. Ensure recommendations are clearly presented and agreed to by the management and audit
report is prepared and issued promptly.
9. Assist in projects related investigations.
10. Participates in the maintenance and documentation of Standards, policies and practices
11. Follow-up on all audit recommendations that have been agreed upon by the management
and validate adequacy of the action taken by auditee to improve controls and project
management practices.
12. Perform ad-hoc review or any other assignments/investigation as directed.
Qualifications
1. A Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/Finance
Option), Business Management (Accounting/Finance Option), Economics, or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution. Master’s degree added advantage.
2. A minimum of eight (8) years relevant work experience, with a at least three (3) years in a
supervisory role.
3. A Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and Institute
of Internal Auditors (IIA) or any other recognized professional body in good standing.
4. Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key competencies:
1. Good organizational/analytical skills particularly in relation to internal controls, security,
governance and compliance matters.
2. Ability to plan and execute audit plan in a way that saves time but shows results.
3. Able to analyze complex issues and processes in an organization that is dynamic.
4. Demonstrable communication interpersonal skills including being a team player.
5. Proficient in audit software tools to support the Audit function.
6. Organized and proactive in the performance of duty.