Internal Audit and Compliance Manager - Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS), Nairobi

Internal Audit and Compliance Manager at the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a humanitarian relief organisation created by the Act of Parliament, Cap 256 of the Laws of Kenya of 21st December 1965.

Its vision is to be the most effective, most trusted and self sustaining humanitarian organisation in Kenya.

KRCS has been appointed the Principal Recipient (PR) for Global Fund (GF) Round 10 HIV Grant. It is in this respect that the Society has set up the Global Fund Programme Management Unit (GF PMU).

The unit is looking for qualified persons to fill the following position:

Position Title: Internal Audit and Compliance Manager

1 Position

Reporting to: Deputy Secretary General, Global Fund PMU

Job Location: KRCS Headquarters

Overall Purpose

Reporting to the Deputy Secretary General Global Fund PMU, the Internal Audit and Compliance manager is responsible for conducting internal audit checks to assess effectiveness of controls, accuracy of financial transactions and efficiency of operations, also ensuring compliance in both financial, and programmes implementation to donor requirements.

In addition, to implement and enforce cost control measures by examining and analysing SRs’ accounting records to determine financial status of the institute. Other responsibilities include identifying risk factors, preparing audit reports and developing recommendations for improving service delivery systems for CSOs.


Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate Programme audits to PR and SRs in liaison with the Finance and programme Department and ensure the programme is cleared in all audits to the PR and SRs and follow through the implementation of the audit recommendations.
• Examine records internal (PR) and of Sub Recipients to ensure proper recording of financial transactions.
• Analyse deficiencies in Internal Control Systems, management controls, duplication of effort, extravagance, fraud or irregularities against approved management policies.
• Conduct special audits to discover fraudulent methods and techniques and to develop controls for fraud detection and prevention.
• Review and handle incidents of violations against organisational policy and regulations and recommend appropriate action
• Assess training needs as well as develop and implement on-the-job training programmes aimed at equipping staff of the PR and the SRs with knowledge and skills in internal audit control, ethical business conduct as well as integrity and accountability of funds and compliance.
• Coordinate the annual external audits of the Sub-Recipients (SR)

Minimum Qualifications

• Post Graduate degree in finance, business administration, commerce, economics or equivalent qualifications plus professional accounting qualifications such as CPA/ACCA and CISA as well as membership to a relevant professional body
• Over five years relevant professional experience in the areas of audits and accounting related to programming.

Key Competencies

• Broad knowledge of approved principles, procedures, and best practices involving accounting and financial record keeping including donor accounting procedures.
• Interpret and apply management policies and procedures, rules, regulations and government directives issued to public sector organisations.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets, databases, word-processing, and presentation applications, including computerized finance, accounting, auditing, and record keeping systems and experience working with large and complex data sets.
• Ability to maintain highest integrity on audit, deal with Regional and Branch Committees and government agencies on audit without compromising the objectivity of the internal audit function

Applications must contain: Letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of relevant certificates, address and contacts of two referees.

All applications should be sent to:


The Secretary General
Kenya Red Cross Society
P. O. Box 40712-00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday, 23rd September 2011.

Manager - Risk & Compliance - Medium Sized Bank, Nairobi

Manager - Risk & Compliance at a Medium Sized Bank in Nairobi - Kenyan Jobs

A fast growing medium sized Bank with Head Office at Nairobi would like to recruit highly competent, proactive and self driven persons to fill in the following position:

Manager - Risk & Compliance

Reporting to the Board Risk & Compliance Committee, the position’s key responsibilities include:

• Identify and evaluate the various risks facing the Bank
• Control and monitor all measures taken to mitigate the various risks
• Identify and keep an inventory of all essential laws and regulations pertinent to running of the Bank
• Liaise with relevant external bodies and regulators on compliance matters
• Monitor the bank’s compliance with Banking laws & regulations, policies and procedures of the Bank
• Update the Bank’s risk and compliance policies every year

Qualifications and attributes

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration from a recognized University
• Diploma in Risk Management will be an added advantage
• Should have experience of five (5) years working in Risk Management Department in a Bank
• Must be computer literate
• Excellent communication and analytical skills

If you meet the above requirements, submit your application along with a detailed C.V to reach us before 31st August, 2011.

The Advertiser,
DN/A. 1082
P.O Box 49010-00100,
Nairobi

Assistant Manager, Licensing and Compliance - ERC, Kenya

Assistant Manager, Licensing and Compliance at the Energy Regulatory Commission in Kenya

The Energy Regulatory Commission (ERC) is a State Corporation established under the Energy Act 2006 that became operational on 7 July 2007.

The Commission is the sector regulatory agency responsible for economic and technical regulation of Electric Power, Renewable Energy and Downstream Petroleum sub-sectors. This includes tariff setting and review, licensing, enforcement, dispute settlement and approval of power purchase and network service contracts.

Assistant Manager, Licensing and Compliance

Reporting to the Director, Renewable Energy, the position holder will ensure licensing and compliance with set standards in the Renewable Energy sub sector country wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with others to ensure that demand side management and Energy Efficiency are made an integral part of the RE sub-sector strategies;
• Develop and review codes of practice, standards and other regulatory instruments for the RE sub-sector;
• Assist in processing applications for licences for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency activities;
• Ensure compliance with regulatory instruments and; environmental, health and safety requirements through routine inspections;
• Contribute to the development of renewable energy plans/strategies and research work.

Qualification, Experience & Skills

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or physical sciences;
• Good knowledge of the renewable energy sub sector;
• Sound analytical, communication and report writing skills; and
• At least five (5) years relevant experience.

How to Apply

If you believe you are the right candidate and can clearly demonstrate your ability to meet the criteria given above, please submit your application with a detailed CV, stating your current position, current remuneration level, e-mail and telephone contacts, to reach us not later than 27 April 2011 addressed to:

Executive Selection Services
Federation of Kenya Employers
Waajiri House, Argwings Kodhek Rd, Milimani
P.O Box 48311 – 00100
Nairobi, Kenya

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