Ref. MU/ADM/01/3/2024

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Chief Finance Officer will be responsible for: –

• The organization structure of the accounting and finance unit that facilitate communication, delegation of authority and the scope of responsibility and segregation of duties. implementation of an adequate accounting system as a means of maintaining sound financial records, which must recognize, classify, post, summarize and report transactions.
• Overall operation and supervision of finance function in the system.
• Maintenance of high accounting standards within the department.
• Supervision and development of staff in the section.
• Any other duties assigned from time to time.

Requirements for Direct Appointment

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

• Master’s Degree from a recognized Institution, Majoring in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or its equivalent.
• CPA (K)
• At least twelve (12) years relevant experience in a Senior position.
• valid registration with ICPAK or any other recognized accounting professional body.
• Certificate in relevant computer applications from recognized institution.
• Certificate in strategic leadership course or its equivalent lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution.
• Practical knowledge of Financial Computer packages.
• A Ph.D ina relevant field will be an added advantage

Requirements for Serving Officers

For appointment to this position, an officer must have:

• Master’s Degree from a recognized Institution, Majoring in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or its equivalent.
• CPA(K)
• Served in the grade of Senior Accountant Seale 13 for at least three (3) years.
• Valid registration with ICPAK or any other recognized accounting professional body,
• Certificate in relevant computer applications from recognized institution.
• Practical knowledge of Financial Computer packages.
• Consistently demonstrated outstanding qualities of Leadership, Coordination and organization capabilities at top management level.
• Certificate in strategic leadership course or its equivalent lasting not less than four weeks from a recognized institution.
• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.
• A PRD in a relevant field will be an added advantage