KNBS Internal Audit Jobs in Nairobi

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) Audit  Jobs in Nairobi , Kenya

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) is a corporate body established under the Statistics Act (2006).

It is the principal Government agency responsible for the collection, compilation, analysis, publication and dissemination of official statistical information and its custody.

It also oversees the coordination, supervision and development of programmes within the National Statistical System.

The Kenya National Bureau of Statistics invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals with excellent credentials to fill the following positions:-

Job Title: Manager, Internal Audit
KNBS: Level 4
Ref: KNBS/ MIA/3/2015
No. of Posts: 1

Reporting to the Senior Manager Internal Audit, the Manager will carry out internal audit assignments that will enable internal audit unit fulfill its mandate of governance, risk management and control through annual audit work plan.

Key Internal Audit Manager Responsibilities

Managing annual audit plan, budgets and work schedules

Assisting in planning of a risk based annual audit plan

Identifying, finalizing and presenting significant, material, value adding audit reports to the Senior Manager Internal Audit

Facilitating enterprise-risk assessments and evaluating adequacy and effectiveness of the risk management and governance process of KNBS

Assisting in reviewing, analyzing and evaluating budgeting process and the quarterly financial returns submitted to Treasury by the Bureau.

Compiling monthly and quarterly activity reports to the Senior Manager, Internal Audit

Supervising, Appraising and carrying out quality control reviews of the work undertaken by other staff in Internal Audit

Ensuring achievement of performance targets

Ensuring the activities of the Unit are documented on a continuous basis

Participating in policy development, implementation monitoring and evaluation

Any other duties as may be assigned by the Senior Manager Internal Audit.
Requirements for Appointment to Audit Position


Must have a Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting or Finance option) or related disciplines from a recognized university

Possess at least seven (7) years relevant experience in a comparable institution of which three (3) must have been at the level of Assistant Manager or its equivalent

Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (K) or ACCA final qualification

Must be a registered Member of ICPAK or equivalent professional body

Must be Proficient in Computer Aided Audit Techniques (CAATS) preferably teammate and ACL

Must have a sound knowledge of government auditing regulations and laws

Must be able to demonstrate professional competence and achievement of performance targets

Holders of CIA, CISA or CFE qualification will have an added advantage

Must demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Must be able to work in a collaborative team environment

Must meet the requirements of chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya 2010.

Applicants should submit Application letters accompanied by detailed curriculum vitae using the given format (Click here to download Application letter ), full names and contacts of three (3) referees, daytime contacts, and certified copies of academic and professional certificates, transcripts, testimonials and National ID /Passport.

The reference number for the post applied should be clearly marked on the envelope and addressed to:

The Director General
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
P. O. Box 30266 – 00100
Herufi House, 1st Floor, Room 131
Nairobi

Or email to: careers@knbs.or.ke

Applications must be received not later than 6th April, 2015

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics is an equal opportunity employer

Women and persons living with disability are encouraged to apply

Kenya National Bureau of Statistics is ISO 9001:2008 Certified

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