OFFICER 1 AUDIT-(GRADE NTSA 7) – REF: NTSA/09/2023/34

Summary

The officer will be responsible to the Principal Officer, Internal Audit to conduct the supportive role in internal audit activities and processes of the Audit Department.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

•  Review and evaluate the system of internal controls, assess their adequacy, effectiveness and propose recommendations for their improvement;
•  Contribute to the preparation of risk-based audit plan and programs for the audit engagement;
•  Conduct in accordance with the auditing standards segments of financial, operations, systems and compliance audits to operations;
•  Obtain information directly or indirectly through examination of records or interview the auditee;
•  Safeguard the authority’s assets by establishing appropriate means of verifying their existence, ownership and valuation;
•  Prepare audit working papers properly documenting the work performed;
•  Draft monthly audit reports and communications on work performed for review;
•  Assist in establishing a follow-up mechanism on agreed recommendations on financial, operational and regulatory deficiencies reported during past audits; and
•  Carry out special audits as may be directed by the Manager, Internal Audit.

Skills and Competencies

•  At least four (4) years of relevant work experience in the Public/Private Sector;
•  Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option), Economics or a related field from a recognized institution;
•  Passed Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination;
• Association of Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA);
•  Supervisory Course is an added advantage;
•  Computer proficiency;
•  Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution; and
•  Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.