Directorate: Internal Audit, Risk and Compliance Services
Position: Internal Audit Officer - Technical Processes
Ref: NCWSC2012-014
Location: Headquarters - Kampala Road Industrial Area
Grade: 5
Reporting to: Internal Audit Coordinator / Information Systems Auditor
Duties and Responsibilities:
To prepare a work program for assigned engagement and conduct the relevant reviews
To evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over reviewed activities and processes
To determine whether organizational units are performing their planning, accounting, risk management, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures and in a manner consistent with both organizational objectives and high standards of administrative practice
To plan and execute engagements in accordance with professional standards and the internal audit plan
To report engagement observations and to make recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations and reducing cost
To perform special reviews and investigations at the request of management
Determine the engagement procedures to be used, including statistical sampling and the use of information technology
Understand or identify the key control points of the various systems and processes to enhance value adding audits
Evaluate a system’s effectiveness through the application of knowledge of business systems, including financial, manufacturing, engineering, procurement and other operations and an understanding of engagement techniques
Perform the engagement in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved engagement work program
Make oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the engagement, discussing observations and recommending corrective action to improve operations and reduce costs
Appraise the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions
Ensure responses to audit reports are received, reviewed and followed up
To carry out any other tasks as requested by the Internal Audit Coordinator/Internal Audit Manager.
Education, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience - Technical Processes
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field
At least 3 years experience in Technical audit particularly in the service industry
Professional qualification in CPA or ACCA will be an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication skills
Analytical and report writing skills
Good understanding of concept of enterprise risk management
Computer literacy and familiarity with business application packages
Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements are encouraged to send their hard copy application with clear reference of the job code on the envelope, detailed CV, names and contact of 3 referees, one of whom must be a former employer, copies of certificates, testimonials, current telephone number and email address on or before March 5 , 2012 to the address indicated below.
The Manager
Human Capital Advisory Services
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O Box 43706 00100,
Nairobi Kenya
or dropped at
The Kenya Institute of management
2nd floor, Luther Plaza
Uhuru Highway/Nyerere Rd Roundabout
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company (NCWSC) is an equal opportunity employer.
Position: Internal Audit Officer - Technical Processes
Ref: NCWSC2012-014
Location: Headquarters - Kampala Road Industrial Area
Grade: 5
Reporting to: Internal Audit Coordinator / Information Systems Auditor
Duties and Responsibilities:
To prepare a work program for assigned engagement and conduct the relevant reviews
To evaluate the adequacy and effectiveness of the management controls over reviewed activities and processes
To determine whether organizational units are performing their planning, accounting, risk management, or control activities in compliance with management instructions, applicable statements of policy and procedures and in a manner consistent with both organizational objectives and high standards of administrative practice
To plan and execute engagements in accordance with professional standards and the internal audit plan
To report engagement observations and to make recommendations for correcting unsatisfactory conditions, improving operations and reducing cost
To perform special reviews and investigations at the request of management
Determine the engagement procedures to be used, including statistical sampling and the use of information technology
Understand or identify the key control points of the various systems and processes to enhance value adding audits
Evaluate a system’s effectiveness through the application of knowledge of business systems, including financial, manufacturing, engineering, procurement and other operations and an understanding of engagement techniques
Perform the engagement in a professional manner and in accordance with the approved engagement work program
Make oral or written presentations to management during and at the conclusion of the engagement, discussing observations and recommending corrective action to improve operations and reduce costs
Appraise the adequacy of the corrective action taken to improve deficient conditions
Ensure responses to audit reports are received, reviewed and followed up
To carry out any other tasks as requested by the Internal Audit Coordinator/Internal Audit Manager.
Education, Professional Qualifications and Work Experience - Technical Processes
Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field
At least 3 years experience in Technical audit particularly in the service industry
Professional qualification in CPA or ACCA will be an added advantage.
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent communication skills
Analytical and report writing skills
Good understanding of concept of enterprise risk management
Computer literacy and familiarity with business application packages
Interested candidates holding the necessary requirements are encouraged to send their hard copy application with clear reference of the job code on the envelope, detailed CV, names and contact of 3 referees, one of whom must be a former employer, copies of certificates, testimonials, current telephone number and email address on or before March 5 , 2012 to the address indicated below.
The Manager
Human Capital Advisory Services
The Kenya Institute of Management
P.O Box 43706 00100,
Nairobi Kenya
or dropped at
The Kenya Institute of management
2nd floor, Luther Plaza
Uhuru Highway/Nyerere Rd Roundabout
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
Nairobi City Water & Sewerage Company (NCWSC) is an equal opportunity employer.