Chairperson Meru County Assembly Audit Committee

Pursuant to section 155 (5) of the Public Finance Management Act, 2012 and regulation 167(1) of the Public Finance Management (County Governments) Regulations 2015.
The County Assembly of Meru, therefore, invites applications from suitably qualified Kenyans for the position of Chairperson.
Requirements for Appointment
1. Interested candidates should have a Minimum of a degree from a recognized University in the following fields: Accounting, Finance, Auditing, Economics, Risk Management or other related fields;
2. Have knowledge and experience of not less than Seven (7) years in: Audit and or Financial Management/Accounting;
3. Be a citizen of Kenya;

4. Should possess strong interpersonal skills;

5. Have a good understanding of the County Assembly operations, Financial Management and reporting or Auditing;
6. Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the County Assembly;
7. Must be an affiliate of professional bodies’ e.g. ICPAK, ICPSK, ACFE, IIA or other relevant body;
8. Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010; and

9. Have the requisite business and leadership skills and shall not be a political office holder.

Responsibilities

1. Set the agenda for each meeting with the Committee Members;
2. Provide oversight on risk management, controls and governance processes and Audit affairs of the County Assembly and make appropriate recommendations to the County Assembly regarding internal control and audit matters;
3. Follow up on the implementation of the of the recommendations of Internal and External Auditors;
4. Arrange for a periodic review of the effectiveness of the Audit Committee alongside its mandate;
5. Demonstrate independence and impartiality in decision making which accord with the legalconstitutional and policy requirement; and

6. Provide clarification to members on the audit committee’s responsibilities.

Job Requirements
Required education
: Bachelor's degree

Required relevant work experience
: 7 years

Required languages:
English (Spoken: fluent | Written: fluent)
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