The main function of the audit committee shall be to —

• Support the accounting officer with regard to their responsibilities for issues of risk, control and governance and associated assurance: Provided that the responsibility over the management of risk, control and governance processes remains with the management of the concerned county government entity; and
• Follow up on the implementation of the recommendations of internal and external auditors.

Requirements for Appointment

The applicant should:

• Kenyan Citizen
• Have Bachelor’s degree in any of the following: – Accounting, Auditing, Risk Management, Finance, Economics or Accounts related field from a University recognized in Kenya;
• Possess at least 10 years’ experience at a senior level in the private or public sector.
• Be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya or Institute of Internal Auditors and in good standing.
• Be knowledgeable in risk management, audit, and accounting in the Public Service or devolved system of Government.
• Be a person of integrity, demonstrated professional competence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution