The Commission dates back to 1954 when Civil Service Commission was established by British Colonial Government following Holmes Commission Report, 1948; Civil Service Commission was advisory to the Governor in matters of appointments; At independence in 1963 it was enshrined in the constitution and renamed Public Service Commission; Independence Constitution had Regional PSC’s but abolished in 1964 following constitutional amendments; It is the oldest Constitutional Commission and its mandate has expanded over the years. The Commission then constituted of a chairman, a deputy chairman and fifteen members all appointed by the President. The Commission, since then, has handled matters of human resource management in the public service especially the civil service and local authorities. Constitution of Kenya, 2010 promulgated on 27th August 2010 reconstituted the Commission with a redefined and expanded mandate and a lean membership.

For Appointment to this grade, an officer must have: –

• Served for a minimum period of three (3) years in the field of  Internal Auditing in an Information Systems environment  at the grade of CSG 11 and above  or a comparable and relevant position in the Public Service;
• Have a Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting or a related discipline from a university recognized in Kenya;
• Comprehensive understanding of IT security and infrastructure;
• The following certifications:
  • Certified Information Systems Auditor(CISA);
  • Certified Public Accountant [CPA(K)]; and
  • Risk Management Certification.
• Be a member in good in standing of the following professional bodies:
  • Institute of Certified Public Accountant Kenya (ICPAK); and
  • Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).
  • Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the development of an annual risk-based IT audit plan and execute assigned components thereof;
• Recommending changes to controls, processes, and procedures to ensure data integrity and security and improve operational efficiency and appropriate suggestions to achieve the improvements;
• Providing support on data analysis tools and Audit management systems;
• Working collaboratively with management and the Head of Internal Audit to identify and assess IT and related risks;
• Following up on internal audit recommendations to ensure implementation;
• Complying with auditing standards, follow good business practices, and efficiently utilize audit resources;
• Assisting the Head of Audit and Risk coordinating with external auditors on IT-related matters;
• Assisting the head of audit & risk with administrative activities related to the day-to-day affairs of the Internal Audit Department, as required.