Job Description
WCPSB/022/2023: ASSITANT DIRECTOR INTERNAL AUDIT J/G “P” (1 POST)
Terms of Service: Permanent & Pensionable
Duties and responsibilities
Undertake internal audit technical activities within the Department comprising of
audit systems and information technology;
Take part in the implementation of strategic and operational plans including
quality assurance programmes;
Review the design, development and operation of major computer based systems
of the County Government to determine whether adequate controls are in place;
Assist the deputy director in activities subject to audit coverage, evaluating their
significance and assessing the degree of risks inherent in terms of the audit costs
involved, determining adequacy and effectiveness of internal control system;
Carry out investigations on irregularities identified or reported in audit reports;
Review audit engagement and work plans, programmes and budgets;
Review internal control systems on budgetary controls and financial returns and
other operations of the County Government;
Monitor and Evaluate audit findings and implementation of audit
recommendations
Evaluate the effectiveness of risk management mechanisms, controls and
governance processes and recommending improvements;
Requirements for appointment;
Bachelor’s degree in any of the following fields: Commerce (Accounting/Finance
Option), Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option) or equivalent
qualification from a recognized institution;
Master’s degree in related field will be an added advantage
Must be Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or
equivalent qualification from a recognized institution in good standing
Be a registered member of ICPAK or other relevant body
Certificate in computer proficiency
Shown merit and ability and demonstrated a high degree of professional
competence in managing the internal audit function and be of integrity with
proven leadership qualities in the previous position and results oriented.