Member, County Assembly Audit Committee – (2 Positions) at Kilifi County Public Service Board

Job Description

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS FOR THE MEMBERS

A member of the Audit Committee shall-

• Interested candidates should have a minimum of a degree from a recognized University;
• Be a citizen of Kenya
• Have knowledge and experience of not less than Five (5) years in Audit and or Financial Management/Accounting;
• Have a good understanding of the County Assembly operations, Financial Management and reporting / Auditing;
• Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the County Assembly;
• Meet the requirement of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010;
• Membership in the following professional bodies will be an added advantage: ICPAK, ICPSK, ACFE, IIA or any other relevant body;
• Have the requisite business and leadership skills and shall not be a political office holder.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and report to the Board and the’ Accounting Officer financial issues and judgments made in relation to the Assembly financial statements;
• Review clarity and completeness of financial statements and disclosures in relation to applicable rules and regulations;
• Monitor the effectiveness of the Assembly’s performance management and performance information;
• Provide strong and effective oversight of the Assembly’s internal audit;
• Provide effective liaison and facilitate communication between management and external audit;
• Ensure the effectiveness of both internal and external audit processes.

PLEASE NOTE 

• A person shall not be qualified for appointment as a member of the Audit Committee if the person (s)-
  • Is a past or present employee of the County Government of Kilifi or a political office holder;
  • Has served as an employee or an agent of a business organization which has carried out any business with the County Government of Kilifi for the last two years.
• Interested applicants should also submit certificates of clearance from the Ethics & Anti-Corruption Commission, Higher Education Loan Boards, Kenya Revenue Authority and Certificate of Good Conduct as part of the Compliance with the provisions of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010