REF: PU/ADV/10/03/2023
This is a middle- level position in the university and appointment to this position is either on permanent and pensionable terms or on a two (2) year renewable performance-based contract depending on age, citizenship and any other reason.
Academic Qualification
Applicants must have a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or equivalent qualification from a recognized University; 
In addition, candidates must:

Have CPA (K) or equivalent
Have knowledge of ERP (Enterprises Resource Planning)
Be registered with the relevant professional body (e.g. ICPAK/IIAK)
Candidates with strong IT skills will have an added advantage.

Experience

The candidate must have a minimum of six years continuous working experience in finance or Audit, three of which should have worked as an Auditor (Grade F/10) or equivalent position in a large or busy organization with proven integrity, honesty, independence, innovativeness and compliance to deadlines.

Candidate should have experience in carrying out the following duties and responsibilities:

Reviewing of audit schedules
Reviewing of specific audit work plan
Preparing an annual risk register
Assisting in reviewing and appraising the adequacy and effectiveness of internal control systems.

Skills and Competencies
The candidate should possess the following skills:

Computer literacy
Team building and team work
Good Interpersonal Skills
Good communication skills Good Managerial skills
Leadership skills
Organizational skills
Analytical ability
Ability to work under pressure

Key Responsibilities

The officer will perform the following duties and responsibilities
Preparing and/or reviewing audit assignment programmes in accordance with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards.
Preforming special projects and reviews including investigations as and when assigned
Reviewing internal controls covering all the key operational areas in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
Continuously assessing the appropriateness and effectiveness of operational processes and practices to ensure efficient and effective utilization and accountability of resources
Performing Risk Assessment tailored to each area under review necessary for identification, analysis and evaluation of areas of significant weakness constituting risks to the organization