Job Description
Internal Auditor Reference No. NSSL/I.A./2023
JOB DESCRIPTION
FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE
To implement Nawiri’ Branch Growth and Internal Control Objectives, Values and
Aspirations.
JOB OBJECTIVES
Deliver business targets measured by the effectiveness of internal control environment,
Compliance to regulatory requirements, risk management parameters, Human and
Cultural Values.
KEY JOB SKILLS
i. Integrity and Honesty
ii. Entrepreneurial mindset
iii. Excellent persuasion, and networking skill
iv. High Performance and delivery of targeted goals
v. Decisiveness and quick judgment skill
vi. Excellence business writing skill
vii. Analytical and critical thinking skills
viii.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
ix. Internal motivation, positivity, proactivity and taking initiative
x. Training, mentor and coaching skills
xi. Capability to work in a team
DUTIES OF AN INTERNAL AUDITOR
Business Development
i. Understand SACCO business growth targets as negotiated with the board especially
balance sheet and profit and loss accounts parameters.
ii. Assess market conditions and identify current and prospective branch opportunities
with regards to member recruitment, Credit and Deposit Mobilization.
iii. Be proactive and build relationships with key persons of influence persons, institutions
in the marketplace.
iv. Present Nawiri image and live the prescribed values.
Internal Audit Tasks
i. Preparation of Internal Audit Assessment Reports and Management Letters to the CEO
and the Internal Audit Committee.
ii. Lead in contribution to the improvement or introduction of Internal Audit and related
management information systems.
iii. Provide technical advice on new banking control practices that are appropriate to
Nawiri.
iv. Examine and evaluate the effectiveness and adequacy of the internal control systems.
v. Perform a review of the effectiveness and application of risk assessment methodologies
and risk management procedures.
vi. Review financial and management information systems, including the electronic
banking services and ICT Security Incidents reports.
vii. Review financial reports and accounting records for accuracy and reliability.
viii.Review the methodologies, tactics and techniques of safeguarding assets.
ix. Carry out an evaluation of Nawiri Capital requirements with reference to the prevailing
market conditions and advise the Board on sufficiency and adequacy of capital.
x. Assess and evaluate departmental financial operational efficiency including branches.
xi. Carry out tests on both the functioning of specific internal control procedures and
transactions.
xii. Perform review on established systems for ensuring codes of conduct, compliance with
regulatory and legal requirements, and the implementation of procedures and policies.
xiii. Perform special investigations; and carry out tests on the timeliness and reliability of
the regulatory reporting.
COMPLIANCE
Comply with all professional code of conduct, governance frameworks, human and
cultural values of Nawiri.
CUSTOMER SERVICE:
i. Assess the effectiveness of resolve customer/member complaints fully.
ii. Monitor customer/member satisfaction levels.
iii. At all times seek possible solutions for members in line with the SACCO’s policy and
advise them accordingly.
iv. Monitor complaint register to evaluate severity of complains and how they were
resolved.
v. Provide the members with the highest quality of sought services.
HUMAN AND CULTURE OF PERFORMANCE
i. You will train, mentor and coach staff in the Internal Audit department.
ii. Carry out your duties with integrity and promote and live the prescribed corporate
values.
iii. Strive to achieve your negotiate performance targets.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
i. Must be a holder of a Business related degree (Accounts/Finance) from a
recognized University.
ii. Must be a CPA K holder.
iii. Must have attained C+ and above in KCSE
iv. Must be computer literate.
v. Must be mature and demonstrates high level of honesty and communication skills
(oral and written).
vi. Have demonstrated high analytical and communication skills.
vii. Understand Sacco policies and procedures.
viii. Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience.