Job description
The Assistant Director, Information Systems Audit will oversee the university’s control on its IT systems and applications.

Duties and responsibilities
Perform detailed evaluation and internal control and audit reviews of computer information systems.
Maintains currency of knowledge with respect to relevant state-of-the-art technology, equipment, and/or systems.
Assist the Director-Internal Audit in preparing the University Audit policy and plans
Capacity enhancement in the use of computerized audit techniques, and in developing methods for review and analysis of computerized information systems.
Direct or perform reviews of internal control procedures and security systems under development and/or enhancements to current systems.
Work collaboratively with Assistant Director-Risk and compliance to identify and assess IT and related business risks.
Performs information control reviews to include system development standards, operating procedures, system security, programming controls, communication controls, backup and disaster recovery, and system maintenance.
Lead auditor for system based audits.
Ensure the university ICT policy is complied with and recommend improvement of the same.
Ensure that the university IT audit practices comply with university procedures and government regulations
Preparation of the audit programme for system based audits
Examine and evaluate financial and information systems, recommending controls to ensure system reliability and data integrity.

Required Specifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, Management information systems or similar field
Diploma in Information Technology
Certified public accountant (CPA), CISA or ACCA a plus.
At least 5 years’ experience in IT auditing or similar experience
Registered with a relevant professional association.
Exposure to Microsoft office applications added advantage
Experience in internal controls evaluation
Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively
In-depth understanding and proficiency in the use of accounting systems.
Competent interpersonal skills, demonstrating the ability to lead projects and mentor others

Interested persons who satisfy the above requirements should submit their applications and detailed CVs clearly indicating their qualifications, academic and industry achievements, e-mail address, day time mobile/telephone contacts and names of three (3) referees, current position and remuneration to Mount Kenya University, email address; recruitment@mku.ac.ke on or before 16th October 2015.
Visit MKU website Mount Kenya University for the job description and specifications.
Note: Hard copy applications will not be accepted and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Remuneration
A competitive remuneration package and other benefits will be offered to the successful candidate(s).
MKU staff with the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.
MKU is an equal opportunity employer and Persons with disability and those from marginalized areas are encouraged to apply.