Job Description

The Internal Auditor is responsible for effectively leading internal audits of various schools/ departments within the Institute.

Reporting Relationship
The successful candidate shall report to the Rector.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate shall:

• Lead or assist with the planning, design and execut'on of internal controls, identify risks related to audit areas, determine compliance with policies, procedures and  regulations, and make recommendations for imprcvernent.
• Conduct effective interviews and perform observations to gather relevant information.
• Prepare detailed audit objectives, audit plans, audit programmes to support findings and audit conclusions.
• Collect, review, and analyse audit evidence.
• Review and evaluate the work of others.
• Develop more complex audit issues and strive to ensure that recommendations are viable and accepted by management.
• Prepare and submit audit reports periodically.
• Proactively communicate audit progress to the audit team.
• Perform special projects and reviews as directed.

Required Skills or Experience

A professional qualification in accounting or auditing with five (5) years' post qualification professional experience preferably in a tertiary institution.

Competencies:

• Must have strong IT skills and working knowledge of accounting pack;
• Must have strong analytical skills
• Must have strong leadership qualities and be committed to teamwork
• Must be trustworthy
• Must as able to work for long and sustained hours.
• Must have a background in auditing