Works Station: Childline Kenya, Lower Kabete, Nairobi
Length of Engagement: One year renewable
Childline Kenya is a national non-government organisation working in partnership with the government of Kenya to run the only nationwide 24 hour children helpline. In addition to managing the helpline, Childline also implements a number of projects funded by a variety of development partners. It is of the utmost importance that the funds from partners are utilized in accordance with the project agreements with partners, policies and procedures of Childline Board of Directors;
It is against this background that Childline is looking for a qualified Internal Auditor.
Purpose:
The role of Internal Auditor will be to ensure that:
- Childline Kenya risk levels are determined;
- Projects are implemented in accordance with workplan of specific project agreements;
- Disbursements are in accordance with project agreements, Childline policies and procedures; and
- All transactions conformal to the Laws of Kenya.
Reporting:
The internal auditor will
- Report to the Board of Directors;
- Be an ex-officio member of the Finance and Audit Committee; and
- Work with Childline Kenya Executive Director on day to day basis.
Duties of the Internal Auditor Job
Risk Management:
- Support Childline Management to develop parameters, methods, and tools for evaluating, categorizing, and prioritizing risks.
- Assist in the development of the organization’s risk mitigation strategy/ plan.
- Preparing and submitting quarterly reports to the Board on risk management issues including the risk register and on emerging risks.
Project Support:
- Ensure that funds advanced to Childline are utilized efficiently; that there is value for money; and accountability is provided for all funds advanced.
- Confirm that the planned activities (service delivery, procurement, distribution, storage, infrastructural improvements, etc.) are carried out efficiently and effectively
- Identify gaps and weaknesses faced in the implementation of grant activities and make recommendations to improve or address the gaps.
Management and Governance:
- Regularly provide the board with an opinion on the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the internal controls in the organization
- Regularly report to the Board on significant areas of non-compliance to organizational policy and internal controls
- Actively monitor and provide feedback to the board as appropriate on the timely implementation of management or board recommendations related to financial and programme implementation
- Review of organizational policies and assess system gaps to inform development of new policies and review of the existing ones
- Ensure that recommendations from internal and external audits are effectively implemented for improved compliance and efficiency
Tenure and Remuneration:
- This is a part time contract position for a maximum of six days every quarter. The contract is initially for 12 Months and renewable.
- The remuneration for this position is negotiable.
Internal Auditor Job Qualifications
- A minimum of CPA II;
- Minimum of five years in senior accounting or auditing position or practice
- Working knowledge of computerized accounting and auditing system
- Academic qualification, are an added qualification.
Competences
- Good Report writing skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills;
- Excellent analytical skills
- Good interpersonal skills:
- Computer literacy.
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