Principal Internal Auditor – 2 Posts
Full time @Office of the Auditor General (AOG) posted 3 weeks ago in Accounting/Finance Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 6279
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Offered Salary 1000
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Career Level Others
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Experience 10 Years +
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Gender Both
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Industry Accounting/Finance
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Qualifications Diploma/Degree/Masters
Job Description
Principal Internal Auditor
Purpose of the job
- This position performs high risk professional internal audit work. Work involves leading or conducting performance, operational, financial, and compliance audit projects; providing consulting services to the OAG’s management and staff; and providing key input to development of the risk-based annual internal audit plan.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Participate in the development and implementation of the internal audit and risk management strategies, budgets, policies and procedures in compliance with International Professional Practices Framework to achieve OAG’s strategic objectives
- Preparation of risk-based annual audit plans aligned to OAG’s objectives for continuous audit of the Office’s risk management, internal controls and governance
- Perform audit procedures, reviewing and analyzing evidence, identifying, developing and documenting audit issues and recommendations for improvement using independent judgement concerning areas being reviewed;
- Conduct interviews, reviews document, develops and administers surveys, composes summary memos, and prepare working papers;
- Supervise planning and execution of audits and advisory activities in accordance with International Professional Practices Framework;
- Communicate the results of audit and consulting projects via written reports and oral presentations on a timely basis to the Audit Committee and the Auditor General;
- Track and report on the implementation of all remedial action in respect of internal and external audit findings;
- Develop and maintain productive work relationships through individual contacts and group meetings;
- Monitor the individual staff performance in line with quality standards and timelines to ensure the achievement of the directorate objectives;
- Ensure adherence to the code of conduct by the audit teams to maintain quality reporting standards and integrity during the audit process;
- Coach and mentor staff members within the directorate to enhance work performance as set out in the appraisal schemes;
- Participate in entry and exit meetings with various departments.
Requirements for Appointment:
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university preferably in the field’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance Option) Economics, or in any other relevant disciplines from a recognized institution;
- Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (CPA-K) or its recognized equivalent qualification;
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- A Master’s degree in any of the following: Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, Social Sciences or their equivalent qualification from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
- Certified Information Systems Auditor or CIA Qualification will be an added advantage;
- A Senior Management Course or its equivalent from a recognized institution will be an added advantage;
- Registered member of the Institute of Internal Auditors in good standing or its recognized equivalent professional body;
- At least 9 years of practical experience in Auditing from a reputable organization three (3) of which must have been at the level of a Senior Internal Auditor or its equivalent and comparable position;
Method of Application
Application Procedure
- Candidates applying for these positions should visit our website at www.oagkenya.go.ke for more detailed job descriptions and the procedure for application.
- All applications must be emailed to the email address provided. No physical/paper applications will be accepted.
- Applicants must attach the following documents:
Fully filled Application Form clearly indicating the post applied for, full name of the applicant, National ID Card No, Telephone Number and alternate telephone contact/number and email address and all other required information.
- Academic and professional certificates
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Relevant testimonials
- Successful candidates will be required to submit Clearance certificates from the following bodies:
- Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Credit Reference Bureau
- Kenya Revenue Authority
- Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission
- Higher Education Loans Board
Applications should reach the Office of the Auditor-General on or before 15 October, 2025.
It is a criminal offence to provide false information and/or fake documents in the job applications
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