Manager Internal Auditor at Engineers Board of Kenya (EBK)

Our Vision The Board has a vision for "A safe, efficient and effective engineering infrastructure, systems and processes for Kenya” The Board’s Mission The Board’s mission is "To ensure production of competent engineers and quality engineering services through regulation, capacity building and enforcing compliance with set engineering ...

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• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience8 years
• LocationNairobi
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit&nbsp

Job & Person Specifications

The Manager Internal Auditor will be responsible for providing independent, objective assurance aimed at adding value and improving the operations of the Board. In addition, She/he will assist the Board accomplish its strategic objectives by effecting a systematic, disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

The Manager, Internal Audit will be reporting functionally to the Board Internal Audit Committee and Administratively to the Registrar/Chief Executive Officer.

Job Specifications

The duties and responsibilities of the officer will entail:-

• Providing secretariat to the Audit committee
• Formulating and coordinating the implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans;
• Compiling and issuing internal audit reports;
• Conducting special audits and investigations;
• Setting up and implementing systems in accordance with auditing standards;
• Testing the efficacy of the risk assessment systems;
• Monitoring and reporting on the Boards overall risk profile;
• Supporting various departments in risk profiling;
• Reviewing correctness and accuracy of accounting reports;
• Providing independent assurance for risk management processes on both design and operation; and
• Assuring on; risk control effectiveness,efficiency, adequacy and risk management processes.

Person Specification

For appointment to this position, an officer must have:-

• Have a minimum period of eight (8) years relevant work experience three of which should have been on Supervisory level;
• Have Bachelors Degree in any of the following disciplines:Accounting, Finance or Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option)or relevant field from a recognized university;
• Have Masters degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Accounting/Finance Option)or relevant field from a recognized institution;
• Have passed Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (K) or its equivalent qualification;
• Be a registered member of ICPAK in good standing and OR Be a Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)/ Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) in good standing;
• Have a certificate in a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Proficient in information communication systems & applications;
• Demonstrated professional competence in work performance and results;and
• Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Key Competencies and skills

• Strong communication and reporting skills
• Strong analytical and numerical skills
• Strong organization and inter personal skill
• Mentoring, coaching and leadership skills
• Professionalism
• Ethical and integrity
• Interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and multi task

Terms of Service

• The Manager, Internal Audit will serve on Permanent and Pensionable Terms of Service with an attractive and competitive compensation and benefits package.

CONDITIONS FOR APPLICATION

• Successful candidates will be required to satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya and will therefore be required to provide the following documents;
• Clearance certificates from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB),
• Valid Tax Compliance certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA),
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Clearance certificate from a Credit Reference Bureau (CRB);
• Clearance from the Ethics and Anti Corruption Commission.
• Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Method of Application

Candidates who meet the above requirements are invited to log onto the Boards recruitment portal via and must complete the registration process and submit the same as well as attach the following;

• Application letter indicating why you are suitable for the post (one page)
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae including details of current position, current remuneration (giving current contact details of three (3) referees),
• Copies of all academic, professional certificates & testimonials,
• Copy of National Identification Card or Passport.

All applications must be submitted through the Boards e-recruitment portal to be considered. No Hard Copy Application will be accepted.

All applications, curriculum vitae &accompanying documents must be received not later 21st February, 2025 at 1600Hours East African Time (EAT) and should be addressed to;

The Registrar/CEO.

Engineers Board of Kenya,

P. O. Box 30324-00100,

Nairobi.

The Board is an equal-opportunity employer in keeping with its obligations under the Constitution of Kenya 2010 particularly Articles 10, 27(4) and 232. The Board therefore encourages qualified persons irrespective of gender, age, race, culture, religion, marital status or disability to apply.

Candidates who canvass for these positions will be disqualified. The Board does not solicit for payment in order to recruit, shortlist or process applications. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.