Job Specification
Duties and responsibilities will entail:-
- Performing forensic research on, and analysis of Corporation’s financial data to identify potential fraud and/or business revenue loss;
- Taking part in developing and enforcing Internal Audit policies, standards and procedures to ensure proper Assurance operations and maintenance of IT assets;
- Evaluating the efficiency, effectiveness and compliance of operation processes with Corporate Security Policies and related government regulations.
- Participating form Audit perspective in reviewing Acquisition process of major new Information Systems assets by advising project teams on information systems control and security issues and ensure capabilities are at the acceptable standards;
- Participating in the development and/or review of risk based annual audit plans detailing the scope, nature and timing of audit activities;
- Executing and documenting the audit process on a variety of computing environments and computer applications;
- Ensuring security recommendations comply with Corporation procedure;
- Conducting investigations on reported and suspected cases;
- Assessing the exposures resulting from ineffective or missing control practices.
- Weighing the relevancy, accuracy and perspective of conclusions against audit evidence;
- Advising senior management on key audit issues and recommendations through exit meetings;
- Mentoring and coaching departmental staff; and
- Supervising and monitoring performance management of the department staff.
Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:-
- A minimum of ten (10) years in relevant work experience and or at least four (4) years in a management role in comparable and relevant position in public service or private sector;
- Masters degree in any of the following: Information Science, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering or their equivalent qualification from a recognized Institution;
- Bachelors degree in Information Systems Technology, Mathematics, Electrical Engineering or other recognized equivalent qualifications;
- Professional qualification in IT security e.g. Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); CIA/CISM/CRISK Certification;
- Certificate in management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
- Demonstrated competence in work performance;
- Proficiency in computer applications;
- Membership in a professional body – Information System Audit and Control Association (ISACA), or Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE); Association of Certified Financial Analysis (ACFA), ERK/IEK; and
- Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL POSITIONS:
Applicants MUST provide the following documents on application: -
- A signed application through a standard one- page letter;
- A detailed curriculum vitae indicating current and previous employers, positions held, level of education, current and expected salary, notice period required to take up appointment and names of at least three professional referees;
- Certified copies of academic and professional certificates; and
- Copy of national identification card or passport.
Candidates should provide all the details requested for in the advertisement. It is an offence to include incorrect information in the application.
Applications without the relevant qualifications, copies of documents/details as sought for will not be considered.
Any form of canvassing and giving false information shall lead to automatic disqualification.
Only shortlisted candidates shall be contacted and required to produce originals of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates during interviews.
It is a criminal offence to present fake certificates/documents.
Beware fraudsters misusing the Corporation name to solicit money from unsuspecting job seekers.
Only successful candidates will be required to present the following clearance certificates:
- Tax Compliance certificate from Kenya Revenue Corporation(KRA);
- Clearance Certificates from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission(EACC);
- Clearance Certificates from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB);
- A Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI); and
- A current report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB).
The Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to implementing the provisions of the Constitution – Chapter 232 (1) on fair competition and merit, representation of Kenya’s diverse communities and affording equal employment opportunities to men and women, members of all ethnic groups and persons with disabilities. THEREFORE, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES,THE MARGINALIZED, THE MINORITIES AND FEMALE CANDIDATES ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.
Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit their job application through the Links posted on REREC’s website under the Careers tab by 24th February, 2025 at 4.30 pm.
NOTE: These positions are open to KENYAN Citizens ONLY.
Applications should be addressed to:
The Chief Executive Officer,
Rural Electrification and Renewable Energy Corporation,
Kawi House, Block C/South C-Bellevue,
P.O Box 34585-00100,
NAIROBI.
So as to reach on/or before 24th
February 2025.
Please note that applications will ONLY be via Links posted on the Corporation’s website, hard copies SHALL NOT be considered.