Ref: KNBS/ AMIA/9/2015

No. of Posts: 1

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

Key Responsibilities
Planning, carrying out and issuing value adding reports on internal audit assignments in head office, field offices and projects as per the annual audit work plan, using a risk based audit approach in line with International best practices and emerging trends
Reviewing all systems including IT, internal controls and risk management approaches to provide assurance on compliance, adequacy and mitigation of risks which will ensure achievement of KNBS objectives
Reviewing finance records to confirm that financial information is accurate and financial transactions are in compliance with established practises, policies and values
Undertaking performance audits on regular basis
Leading internal audit teams
Issuing timely reports to all relevant stakeholders
Liaising with external auditors, funding partners and other review agencies on matters relating to audit and ensure proper follow up of implementation of recommendations
Ensuring activities of the section are documented on a continuous basis
Any other duties related to Internal Audit as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Requirements for Appointment
Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a business related discipline from a recognized university
Must be a Certified Public Accountant CPA (K)
Must have at least three (3)years experience in Internal Audit in a large and busy organization
Must be a member of a recognized professional body
Holder of CIA, CFE or CISA will have an added advantage
Must be proficient in computer applications including being familiar with workings of a computerized systems
Must demonstrate excellent communication and inter personal 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), 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