Duties and Responsibilities
Evaluating whether processes are in place to address key roles and responsibilities in relation to risk management.
Evaluating the adequacy of the control environment to provide reasonable assurance that the systems of internal control are of a high standard and functioning as intended.
Performing an independent review of the financial statements to ensure the integrity and transparency of the financial reporting process.
Monitoring the effectiveness of an entity's performance information and compliance with the performance management framework and performance reporting requirements.
Evaluating the quality of the internal audit function, particularly in the areas of planning, monitoring and reporting.
Engaging with external audit and assessing the adequacy of management response to issues identified by audit.
Reviewing the effectiveness of how the entity monitors compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements and promotes a culture committed to lawful and ethical behavior.
Requirements for Appointment
Be a Kenyan citizen.
Possess at least an undergraduate degree from a recognized university in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Business Administration or any other related field.
Be a member in good standing of a professional body such as: IIA, ICPAK, CPSK, ACFE, or any other relevant professional body.
One shall not be a past or present employee of County Government of Kericho, and shall not have served as an employee or agent of a business organization which has carried out any business with County Government of Kericho in the last Two (2) years.
Have at least 10 years of experience in public service. Experience in a devolved system of Government will be an added advantage.
Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the County Government.
Possess a good understanding of government operations, financial reporting and auditing.
Not a holder of any political office.
Applicants must meet the requirements of Chapter (6) six of the Constitution of Kenya, specifically applicants must provide;
A valid tax Compliance Certificate from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigation (DCI);
A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board (HELB); and
A valid Clearance Certificate from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).