Senior Internal Auditor At Strathmore University

Basic job summary:To be responsible for providing support in carrying out specific audit exercises, regular review of the operational and financial processes, and ensuring compliance with related policies, standards, guidelines, and statutory requirements.Duties & Responsibilities:To be responsible for providing support in carrying out specific audit exercises, regular review of the operational and financial processes, and ensuring compliance with related policies, standards, guidelines, and statutory requirementsTo be responsible for providing support in carrying out specific audit exercises, regular review of the operational and financial processes, and ensuring compliance with related policies, standards, guidelines, and statutory requirementsCreate awareness of risk management in the University by assisting the Director Internal Audit and Compliance in appointing and training risk champions of the University.Assess the effectiveness of risk management procedures and adequacy of internal controls in order to support formulation and implementation of Risk Management Policy and Procedure.Conduct periodic surveys and reviews to ensure that all departments implement risk management initiatives and that significant gaps in risk management process are closed.Establish and recommend ways of executing audits on internal controls for the purpose of development and effectiveness of operations.Collaborate with the legal office and the Quality Assurance office to ensure the University's.Compliance with all the relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.Support the secretary of the University Council's Audit & Compliance Committee.Minimum Academic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in business administration or any other related field from a recognised institutionProfessional certification such as Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) or (CISA) is an added advantage.Experience:At least 3 years' experience in auditing in a medium to large organization.Competencies and AttributesBusiness AcumenCritical Thinking SkillsExcellent Interpersonal and Communication SkillsHigh level of IntegrityOrganizational SkillsPeople Management SkillsProblem Solving SkillsProficiency in computer assisted audit techniquesTechnical Skills to effectively perform audit activitiesWorking knowledge of Internal Auditing Standards