Duties and Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing internal audit policies, systems, tools of operation, and procedures.
• Developing and facilitating operationalization of risk management strategies and initiatives to mitigate risks in the Polytechnic.
• Developing and implementing annual audit plans for the internal audit unit.
• Undertake internal audit in accordance international standards on auditing.
• Preparation of departmental budget for submission to the Council Audit Committee for approval.
• Carrying out investigation on suspected fraudulent and corrupt activities. 
• Formulate appropriate internal control system for TBNP.
• Facilitating compliance with statutes, regulations and government guidelines.
• Assist in the coordination of external auditor’s activities and follow up on the implementation of their recommendations
• Following up on implementation of internal audit recommendations;
• Developing new initiatives aimed at improving internal audit operational efficiencies;
• Compile quarterly and special audit reports for submission to the Council Audit committee
• Supervision, guidance and development of staff in the unit.
• Carry out post audit reviews to ensure implementation of greed corrective action plans.
• Carry out any other relevant duties as assigned by the Council Audit Committee.
• Carry out any administrative duties as may be assigned by the Principal.

Required Qualifications and Competencies:

• Must have served as internal Auditor for three (3) years
• Bachelor degree in the following disciplines: Auditing, Accounting, Finance.
• Holder of Certified Public Accountants (CPA K) or ACCA or an equivalent;
• Be a registered member (in good standing) of the Institute of Internal Auditors(IIA) or Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK).
• Certificate in computer applications from a recognized institution.
• Masters degree in the relevant area will be an added advantage.
• Shown merit, integrity and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

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