Chief Financial Officer, Chief Credit Analyst and Internal Controller Jobs

Our client large multinational financial organization based in Nairobi (Kenya) seeks:

1. Chief Financial Officer

Responsibilities and duties
• Work with the CEO on the strategic vision including fostering and cultivating stakeholder relationships
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in similar or comparable functions.
• Prepare and monitor the budgets
• Participate in developing new business, specifically: assist the
• CEO in identifying new funding opportunities,

Competencies and skills
• Excellent accounting knowledge including US GAAP
• Good knowledge of corporate finance and experience in fundraising, transaction structuring
• International business exposure and experience at senior management level

2. Chief Credit Analyst

Responsibilities and duties:
• Set up and Manage a portfolio of guarantees and facility administration
• Strategy planning, reporting and analysis of the portfolio.
Competence and skills:
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in bank financing and business development (specifically SME), including 4 years in a management role.
• Sound understanding of and broad experience in facility administration procedures, debt securities, credit documentation and credit risk management practices.
• Broad knowledge and understanding of insurance, guarantee and bonding facilities.

3. Internal Controller

Responsibilities and duties
• To determine the adequacy of the institution’s systems of internal control and the degree of compliance with internal controls, policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
• Plans and conduct financial, operational, and compliance audits in compliance with internal auditing standards

Competence and skills
• Deep knowledge of region and global trends in the financial markets as well as an understanding of the key macroeconomic drivers
• Good accounting knowledge including US GAAP
• At least 4 years experience within the audit, financial sector.
• Reporting to the CEO and functionally to the Board of Director.

All applicants must be multi-lingual (completely fluent in French and English)

All pertinent candidates to apply through CVhg@africsearch.com before Monday 7th November 2011

Please indicate the reference and position for which you are applying.

Audit Senior Job in Kisumu

A rapidly growing audit firm in Kisumu, is in need of an audit senior.

The successful candidate must current be working in an audit firm and will be responsible for conducting clients audits, preparing audit reports and highlighting issues relating to internal control weaknesses.

Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

The incumbent will he required to possess the following attributes:
• Excellent analytical and audit skills
• Should he self-driven and work with minimum supervision
• Advanced report-writing and presentation skills
• Risk Analysis skills
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Detailed understanding of the role and functions of the Internal Audit Dept.
• Good personal judgment, initiative, creativity and maturity
• Ability and willingness to travel

Qualifications:
• Should be a CPA / ACCA Finalist or a member of ICPAK / ACCA
• A degree is an advantage

Experience:
• A minimum of 4 years’ working experience,2 years of which should have worked as an audit senior
• Must have worked in an audit firm in a senior position.
Salary: Very competitive and based on the ability to handle mid - large clients.

Please quote your current salary.

Applications with no current salary will not be considered.

Application: Please submit CV, Covering Letter, 3 References, Current Salary to recruitksm@gmail.com

Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Officer Job

Job Title: Enterprise Risk Management and Compliance Officer

Reports To: CEO

Overall Job Description

Identification, measurements, investigation, analyzes and in liaison with functional heads creates situations and solutions for mitigating GA enterprise wide risk exposures.

Responsibilities
• Draw up in conjunction with the CEO the GA risk management policy together with the risk management department’s procedures manual.
• Active identification, evaluation and recording of enterprise risks and the subsequent ranking of each risk.
• Continuous risk assessment and evaluation noting the source; nature and the impact of the risk to the business and then classifying the risks into the various components namely operational efficiency, financial, reputation, strategic, and human capital.
• Review the internal and external auditors reports and ensure continuous follow up to enhance implementation of the identified risk control measures.
• Work with the Finance Manager to ensure that all activities involved in the compliance of the various regulatory bodies are done timely
• Design and develop tools for enterprise risk management
• Provide management reports on monthly basis and on an ad hoc basis as required by the CEO and management
• Assess the appropriateness of the internal policies, processes and procedures and guidelines, ensure follow up of any identified deficiencies, make recommendations for amendments where necessary and supervise the implementation of the corrective measures.
• Work with the HR department to design a training program for new staff and design continuous training programs for all staff including the board of directors to keep everyone abreast of market developments

Minimum qualifications:
• 5 years of relevant experience in a similar position.
• University graduate with professional qualification in insurance.

Requirements for the job
• High level analytical skills
• Relevant financial knowledge and experience
• Relevant technical insurance knowledge and experience
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• Good report writing knowledge
If you meet the minimum stated requirements kindly send you current updated c.v to john@gakenya.com not later than Friday March 4th, 2011

Internal Auditor, IT Admin, Payroll Admin, Audit Clerks and Admin Clerks Jobs

Internal Auditor: CPA (K) four years’ experience in Audit preferably in co-operative movement.

I.T. Administrator:
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering
• Certificate in MCSE and CCNA
• Knowledge of MSSQL 2005 and above
• Minimum three years’ experience in a busy ICT environment
Payroll Administrator:
• At least CPA II
• Minimum three years’ experience in payroll administration
• Human Resource Diploma will be an added advantage
Audit Clerks:
• CPA Section 1 or 2
• Computer literate
• Minimum three years’ experience in auditing
Administration Clerks:
• Diploma in Business Administration
• Minimum three years’ experience in administrative matters
Apply the above positions through

DNA/900
P.O. Box 49010 - 00100,
Nairobi

Deadline: 18th March,2011

Baker Tilly Merali’s CPA Audit Seniors Jobs

Baker Tilly Merali’s Certified Public Accountants is an established firm of accountants having formed in 1983.

Our rapidly expanding practice has vacancies for Audit Seniors.

Candidates should be dynamic, energetic with a strong quantitative background. They will be fully compliant with all IFAC requirements, computer literate and qualified (ACA, ACCA, CPA) with at least 3 years post qualification experience in an audit environment. Exposure to donor funded audit exercises would be an added advantage.

The candidate will be responsible for carrying out medium to large sized audits in our Nairobi offices, but may be expected and should be willing to travel for international assignments.

Interested candidates should email their CV (3 pages) and evidence of current remuneration to reception@meraliscpa.com

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements need apply.

Also offices at: Kigali, Kampala, Arusha, Dubai, Lusaka, Colombo, Maldives, Iraq and London

Kenya Medical Training College Lecturers and Internal Auditor Job Vacancies

Applications are invited from suitably qualified candidates for the following posts tenable at the various Campuses of the Kenya Medical Training College

Lecturer I
Scale M11

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/AS 1/ 2011

For deployment in the following departments:
• Clinical Medicine - 9 Posts’ and
• Health Records & Information - 4 Posts
Duties and Responsibilities

Duties at this level will involve:
• participating in teaching and evaluating relevant subjects in their discipline areas;
• assessing students in clinical areas;
• organizing extra-curricula activities in the college/training Center;
• guiding and counseling students in matters related to their academic and social welfare;
• designing and developing instruments to assess health training needs;
• developing guidelines for evaluation of health teaching materials for different health fields;
• evaluating training programmes to determine their effectiveness and relevance with present and future health needs in the area of specialization;
• developing guidelines for reviewing competence based curriculum in the health field;
• planning and organizing Continuing Education Programmes for health workers in relevant areas;
• undertaking consultancy in the area of specialization;
• coordinating research in the area of specialization;
• formulating and implementing new training strategies;
• supervising post basic students on research projects;
• identifying staff development needs;
• providing research-related consultancy services to the Ministry of Health and other health institutions; and
• developing guidelines for curriculum development and review.

Requirements for Appointment
• For direct appointment to this grade, an officer must have at least a Higher Diploma in the relevant field and a minimum of three (3) years relevant experience

Lecturer I (Nursing)
Scale M11
(2 Posts)

Ref. No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/AS 2/ 2011

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties at this level will involve:
• participating in teaching and evaluating relevant subjects in their discipline areas;
• assessing students in clinical areas;
• organizing extra-curricula activities in the college/training Center;
• guiding and counseling students in matters related to their academic and social welfare;
• designing and developing instruments to assess health training needs;
• developing guidelines for evaluation of health teaching materials for different health fields;
• evaluating training programmes to determine their effectiveness and relevance with present and future health needs in’ the area of specialization;
• developing guidelines for reviewing competence based curriculum in the health field;
• planning and organizing Continuing Education Programmes for health workers in relevant areas;
• undertaking consultancy in the area of specialization;
• coordinating research in the area of specialization;
• formulating and implementing new training strategies;
• supervising post basic students on research projects;
• identifying staff development needs;
• providing research-related consultancy services to the Ministry of Health and other health institutions; and
• developing guidelines for curriculum development and review.

Requirements for Appointment
• For direct appointment to this grade, an officer must have Bachelors Degree in the relevant field from a recognized Institution.
Internal Auditor II
Scale M9
4 Posts

Ref No. KMTC/QP- 23/ EAF/SS 1/ 2011

Duties and Responsibilities

An officer at this level will work under the direction of the officer in charge of the Audit unit and
will be required to undertake the following duties and responsibilities: -
• executing audit programmes;
• collecting audit evidence;
• reviewing internal control systems in operation;
• verifying the existence and safety of the College assets;
• preparing draft reports;
• reviewing budgetary controls on the issuance of authority to incur expenditure and commitments; and
• validating of records and reports.

Requirements for Appointment
• For direct appointment to this grade, a candidate must have a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting / Finance Option) or Part III of the Certified Public Accountants examination or its equivalent from a recognized institution.
Applicants who meet the requirements may apply, quoting the vacancy and Reference Number, enclosing an updated curriculum vitae, copies of academic and professional Certificates, names of two (2) referees and a daytime telephone to:

The Director
Kenya Medical Training College
P.O Box 30195- 00100
Nairobi

So as to reach him not later than Friday 18th March 2011

CDF Board Internal Auditors and Fund Account Managers Jobs

The Constituencies Development Fund Board is mandated by the Constituencies Development Fund Act, 2003 and Constituencies Development Fund (Amendment) Act 2007 to ensure timely and efficient disbursement of funds to constituencies.

The Constituencies Development Fund Board seeks to recruit qualified, experienced, dynamic and highly motivated candidates to fill the positions of Internal Auditors (4 posts) and Fund Account Managers (3 posts).

Candidates hailing from Lamu West, Cherangany and Kieni, are invited to fill the positions of the Fund Account Managers

Advert No: CDFB/002/2011
Fund Account Manager
3 Posts

Key Responsibilities
• Preparation and submission of books of accounts and other operational and financial reports on a monthly basis
• Maintenance of minutes, records and information relating to CDF projects implemented in the constituency
• Maintain a register of assets and liabilities of the Constituency
• Liaising with District Departmental Heads in the management of CDF projects
• Offer technical advice to Project Management Committees on project management.
• Prepare and maintain a list of all constituencies’ projects for submission to the CDF Board in accordance with the Constituencies Development Fund (Amendment, Act 2007).
• Preparation of Community Action Plans, Annual work plans, Budgets and Strategic Plans through participatory approaches
• Guide the Constituency Development Fund Committee and communities on project management.
• Networking and collaboration with development partners operating in the constituencies to avoid duplication and overlaps.
• Serve as an ex-officio member of the Constituency Development Fund Committee

Qualifications and Competencies
• A holder of relevant degree in Commerce, Economics or business related field from a recognized University
• At least CPA II or equivalent
• Have proficiency in computer applications
• Have experience in accounting for at least three (3)years
• Be of high integrity and with no criminal record.
• Competent in oral and written presentation both in English and Kiswahili
• Post - graduate diploma in Project Management or Skills in community development will be an added advantage
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Good interpersonal skills
• Be below 45 years

Advert No: CDFB/003/2011
Internal Auditors
4 Posts

The Internal Auditor will be responsible to the Chief Internal Auditor for the following:-

Key Responsibilities
• Implementing the organizations internal audit plans
• Conducting exposure assessment and advising on the strategies to mitigate against the risks.
• Advising management on the extent of compliance with government laws and regulations with respect to the CDF Board operations.
• Conducting systems review to determine the effectiveness of Risk Management and adequacy of the internal control systems.
• Following-up reviews and assessing the implementation of management action plans to address internal control deficiencies
• Reporting and communicating audit findings to the management and the Board Audit Committee through the Chief Internal Auditor.
• Conducting investigations on irregularities reported.
• Timely preparation and submission of audit reports.

Qualifications and Competencies

For appointment to this position, the candidate must be in possession of:-
• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Accounting Option) or its equivalent.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) or its equivalent will be an added advantage
• Professional qualifications such as CPA (K), ACCA, or its equivalent
• Be a member of the ICPAK or its equivalent from a recognized accountancy professional body.
• Knowledge of computerized financial management systems.
• Have three (3) years working experience as an Auditor in the Public Service or a large private sector organization.
• High integrity, innovation and self discipline,
• Be a team player.

Terms and Conditions of Service

A competitive salary package will be offered to successful candidates on a three year renewable contract subject to performance.

Female candidates are encouraged to apply

If you believe you have the relevant qualifications, experience and abilities to fill the above positions, please submit your application in writing, certified copies of the testimonials and detailed CV clearly indicating position reference, daytime telephone number, postal address, current salary, names and contact addresses of 3 professional referees so as to reach the undersigned by 21st March, 2011

Applications should be addressed to:-

The Chief Executive Officer
Constituencies Development Fund - Board
P. O. Box 46682 - 00100
Nairobi

Internal Auditor Job Vacancy in Mombasa Kenya

Our client in Mombasa seeks to recruit a qualified, dynamic, self motivated and results-oriented individual to fill the position of:

Internal Auditor

To ensure compliance of the Society’s activities with financial and accounting policies, procedures and internal control systems as well as bringing a systematic disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes.

The Key Responsibilities of the selected candidate will include:
• To be responsible to the Audit Committee of the Board in his functions but to be responsible to the CEO in the execution of his daily duties.
• Design audit strategies, policies and procedures that ensure the Sacco’s compliance in line with the Sacco’s strategy.
• Manage the Audit Section operations effectively; Coordinate and implement audit policies, procedures, norms and standards
• Conduct routine and special investigations and make appropriate recommendations to enhance compliance for internal controls.
• Develop and implement audit schedules and programmes
• Review adequacy of existing control systems and recommend measures to enhance them.
• Carry out regular risk assurance, quality control and compliance tests on society operating systems, policies and procedures and make necessary recommendations.
• Evaluate the reliability, integrity, timeliness and accuracy of financial and operating information to facilitate sound decision making by the Sacco.
• Liaise with external auditors to ensure implementation of various recommendations to improve performance.
• Compile and submit audit reports as appropriate

Minimum Qualification & Working Experience
• Business degree from a recognized university, Preferably Bachelor of Commerce or Business Administration.
• Be a certified Internal Auditor and membership of CIA, CPA (K) or ACCA.
• At least five years’ experience in Internal Audit role ideally with a financial institution.
• Knowledge of computerized Financial Management Systems.
Interested candidates should forward a cover letter and CV stating their current position and remuneration on or before 7th March 2011 .to:

The Manager Consultancy & Compliance Dept
KUSCCO Limited
P.O Box 28403-00200 Nairobi.

Email: c&c@kuscco.com

Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

British American Group Sales, ICT, Portfolio Management and Internal Audit Jobs

British-American is a leading financial services Group in the country offering a wide range of Insurance and Asset management services to individuals, small businesses, corporations and government entities.

British-American is a Global financial services company with offices in London, Mauritius, Malta, Uganda and Kenya. The Group has a long heritage, providing financial services since 1920.

Companies within the group have been successful in providing investment products and services and are market leaders in their respective jurisdiction.

As part of our growth strategy and to strengthen the team to achieve ambitious performance objectives, the Company wishes to recruit experienced, dynamic and innovative individuals to fill the following positions.

1. Corporate Sales Executive - General Insurance
Thika, Embu, Meru, Kisii
Four Positions

Ref: BAI/1/2011GI

This position reports to the Sales Manager — General Insurance

Job Purpose

Ensure full representation on General Insurance and other corporate products to clients and intermediaries.

Nature and Scope

The job holder is responsible for General Insurance Sale’s functions in their respective regions and its environs.

Key Responsibilities
• Service new business directly through intermediaries.
• Service existing business.
• Follow up renewals under his area.
• Identify and recommend new Agents/Brokers to Head Office for appointment.
• Liaison with Agents and Brokers.
• Issue and account for motor certificates.
• Undertake initial underwriting of business to ensure sound acceptance of risk .
• Handle customer complaints, written or verbal, and refer to head office where necessary.
• Credit control.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• University Graduate and or Good advancement in ACII.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in General Insurance with bias in underwriting, sales and credit control.
• Computer skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.

2. Corporate Sales Executive - Medical Insurance
Ref: BAI /2/2011GI

This position reports to the Assistant Sales Manager — Corporate Group Medical.

Job Purpose
• To work with the Medical Sales Manager to ensure that all production and Market share objectives are attained.
Nature and Scope
• The job holder is responsible for interacting with Brokers, British-American Financial Advisors and direct corporate clients — Main source of business.

Key Responsibilities
• Secure new business directly or through intermediaries.
• Ensure that accurate and competitive quotations are prepared and delivered promptly to prospective clients, brokers and agents.
• Process Tenders and avail required documentation on time.
• Ensure excellent customer service to enable the Company retain existing customers and attract prospective clients.
• Follow-up renewals to ensure business retention is optimized and the prescribed retention ratio is achieved.
• Continuously develop and expand network of brokers and agents.
• Train British-American Financial Advisors on the medical product to enable them sell effectively.
• Do presentations of our medical product to new and existing customers, and prospective clients.
• Gather marketing intelligence statistics to facilitate development of strategies to give the company a competitive advantage.
• Handle customer complaints, written or verbal.
• Assist in the product re-designing based on the intelligence reports.
• Enhance team work and liaison with Medical underwriting and claims department staff to ensure excellent services are offered to our clients.
• Present an excellent image of the Company.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• University Graduate.
• Good advancement in ACII.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Medical Insurance with bias in Medical sales.
• Computer Skills.
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills.

3. Systems Development Manager
Ref: BAI/3/2011ICT

Job Purpose
• The role has a leadership responsibility in ensuring effective, dynamic and efficient change of information technology platform in tandem with the technology changes required to implement the business strategy.

Nature and Scope
• The holder of the position reports to the Group ICT Manager.

Key Responsibilities

The job will involve:
• People management.
• Project management.
• Liaising with internal and external stakeholders to identify opportunities for technology improvements that will lead to business efficiency gains and effectiveness.
Tasks will include:
• Assisting the Group ICT Manager in building a culture of high performance.
• Pro-activity.
• Business co-operation and continuous improvement within the area of programme delivery.
• The person will be tasked with tracking IT development budgets and KPIs.
• Through consultation promote adoption and use of company standards and processes.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Information Systems, or a related field.
• Proven working experience in the following:
• Demonstrated track record for ERP solution delivery and cost reduction.
• Project Management.
• Systems Analysis/Programming.
• Knowledge of Oracle and MSQL,4th generation programming knowledge.
• 7 years’ minimum experience in managing multi-site development teams across concurrent projects.

4. Database Administrator / Business Intelligence Administrator
Ref: BAI/4/2O11ICT

Job Purpose
• To oversee all aspects of all business databases and providing business intelligence platform.
Nature and Scope
• The position reports to the Group ICT Manager.
• The DBA will be responsible for administration of all activities in the production environment as it pertains to databases on each database server.
• The job holder will also strategically design and implement BI software and systems, including integration with databases and data warehouses.
• This includes selecting, blueprinting, gathering requirements, designing and rolling out BI solutions to end users.
• The Business intelligence role is also responsible for ensuring high levels of BI availability through support functions and in-depth testing.

Key Responsibilities
• Develop and enforce the Group’s database standards, guidelines and operational policies and procedures.
• Review physical structures, review performance maintenance and utilities associated with each structure (i.e., REORGS, LOAD, UNLOADS).
• Review necessary storage media (DASD and Tape).
• Review SQL performance and Tuning.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• A first degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of development experience.
• Oracle database Certification, SQL Server, DB2, PL/SQL, Shell Scripting.
• Demonstrated Knowledge of Windows and Unix Operating systems.

5. Systems Analyst/Developer
Ref: BAI/5/201 1ICT

The System Analyst/Developer will report to the Systems Development Manager in ICT Department.

Job Summary

The Systems Analyst/Developer position requires strong business skills and would be responsible for reviewing, analyzing and occasionally modifying systems including encoding, testing, debugging and installing to support application systems.

The incumbent will consult with users to identify current operating procedures and to clarify program objectives.

The incumbent will also be responsible for writing documentation to describe custom configuration of applications and operating procedures to liaison with 3rd party application development consultants.

Responsibilities
• Provide technical expertise and recommendations in assessing new IT software projects and initiatives to support and enhance the groups’ existing systems.
• Identify opportunities that can improve efficiency of business processes.
• Investigate and resolve application functionality related issues and provide first level support and troubleshooting of groups’ existing systems.
• Assist network engineer with application installation and testing.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and identify modifications needed in existing applications to meet changing user requirements.
• Analyze data contained in the corporate database and identify data integrity issues with existing and proposed systems and implement solutions.
• Provides assistance and advice to business users in the effective use of applications and information technology.
• Write technical procedures and documentation for the applications including operations, user guide, etc.
• Produce technical documentation for new and existing applications.
• Assist in the creation of the system design and functional specifications for all new development projects.
• Serve as a liaison and facilitator between all business units to assist in addressing and resolving IT software issues.

Qualifications:
• The candidate will have a first degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• A minimum of S years of technology experience with at least 3 years hands-on technical roles in the field and relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Background in Microsoft.NET, Visual Basic, Excel Word, Outlook and HTML.
• Good working knowledge skills with Microsoft 01*1cc Products, Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Project.
• Extensive knowledge of data processing, hardware platforms, and enterprise software applications.
• Technical experience with systems networking, databases, Web development, and user support.

6. Business Systems Developer
Ref: BAI/6/2011ICT

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Systems Development Manager, the Business Systems Developer is charged with translating functional business requirements to technical requirements and developing software solutions to business challenges.

Key Responsibilities
• Translate functional business requirements into technical requirements.
• Lead the development and testing of the applications. Evaluate requests for new or modified applications, to determine feasibility and compatibility with current systems.
• Develop data integration interfaces for various systems.
• Maintain and develop software modules using .Net Framework and Microsoft SQL Server and Oracle.
• Develop platforms for automation of business processes and self-service management reporting.

Qualification, Knowledge, Experience
• First degree in Computer Science or related discipline.
• Minimum 3 years of development experience.
• In depth knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server, Stored Procedures, Functions and Triggers.
• In depth knowledge ofASP.NET, VB.Net.
• Outstanding knowledge of database design, maintenance and manipulation.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks.
• Experience with Crystal reports and SQL Reporting services.
• Microsoft developer certifications MCPD/MCSD will be an advantage.

7. Business Systems Analyst
Ref: BAI/7/2011ICT

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Business Systems Manager, the Business Systems Analyst is charged with supporting the Information Systems needs of the organization by analyzing business challenges to identify and implementing solutions towards business objectives.

Key Responsibilities
• Key responsibilities will include liaising with users to identify changes that are necessary for the systems to continue supporting the business strategy.
• Providing robust analysis and critique the identified changes that will address the intended business needs while factoring seamless integration with existing solutions for the overall fit.
• Working with the other business analysts to implement and maintain enterprise-wide data warehouse solution for consolidated corporate reporting and analytics.
• Assist in automation of business processes, problems or potential problem areas and recommends solutions to better meet customer needs including special needs, designs or enhancements to interface with existing systems as needed.

Qualification, Knowledge, Experience
• Candidates must be a graduate in information Systems or related discipline and have at least 3 years’ experience in business systems project related assignments including but not limited to: - Project Management, Systems analysis and design, Programing, Database design and administration Systems integration and User training.
• In depth knowledge of Windows server and desktop operating systems.
• In depth knowledge of SharePoint Server and desktop operating systems.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Visio.
• Microsoft certifications MCTS/MCSE will be an advantage.

8. IT Analyst (2)
Ref: BAI/8/2011ICT

Job Purpose
• To assist in the daily operations of business systems to the company, assist users in data extraction for reports and provide first level support to users on software, database administration and deal with general IT department administrative tasks.

Nature and Scope
• The position reports to the Senior IT Analyst, The job holder is responsible for providing Prqgramming/technical support, data extraction, data analysis, user management, including training of users and basic administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities
• Data extraction and analysis.
• Conducting and providing clients with technical support and customer service physically and over the telephone on any issue that may arise.
• Database administration, maintenance and management on Oracle Based Systems.
• Diagnosis, repair and maintenance Business system software problems.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology OR related discipline.

9. Portfolio Manager- Equities
Ref: BAA/9/2011FM

Reporting to the Managing Director, the Portfolio Manager — Equities will be responsible for analyzing investment portfolios to determine asset allocation opportunities to maximize return or minimize investment risk, review and implement the underlying investment guidelines and structuring the portfolios accordingly.

Key Responsibilities
• General portfolio management responsibilities of all equity asset classes including review analyze and re-balance client portfolios on an ongoing basis to maintain compliance with model portfolio.
• Maintain portfolio composition by monitoring individual security and sector deviations from index.
• Executing equities securities transactions in a timely and efficient manner.
• Analyze economic cycles with the view to determine whether growth or value methods of stock selection are most appropriate at any given point in time.
• Gather and conduct research relating to equities and provide qualitative and quantitative research coverage for equity market.
• Perform data and information analysis on market trends across all markets.
• Serve as the lead representative of the company research in the market.
• Prepare various investment reports.

Qualifications, Knowledge, Experience
• Bachelor degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics or Mathematics with strong academic record.
• Masters degree in a quantitative discipline would be an added advantage.
• Minimum five (5) years working experience in financial markets with hands on exposure to equities securities.
• Professional qualification in Finance/Investment e.g. attained CFA status or actively studying for CFA.
• Strong analytical and conceptual skills with strong knowledge of investments.
• Strong inter-personal skills and ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
• Strong team player with excellent leadership skills.

10. Internal Audit Assistant
Ref: BAI/3/2011/IA

Reporting to the Internal Auditor, the Internal Audit Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Internal Auditor in improving the Group’s accounting, administrative and internal controls and ensuring compliance with the laid down policies and procedures as well as compliance with relevant legislation.

The job holder will also assist in ensuring that the Group’s resources are optimally utilized and that the assets are safeguarded.

Key Responsibilities
• Carry out detailed audit tests on group operations based on standard audit programmes as directed by the Internal Auditor.
• Gather adequate audit evidence to support findings and suggestions for improvement.
• Discuss the findings with the auditees so that only unresolved issues appear in the final report.
• Maintain adequate and properly referenced internal audit working papers and internal audit files.
• Assist the Internal Auditor in the audit of branch offices to ensure company income is completely and properly accounted for.
• Assist the Internal Auditor to carry out ad hoc special assignments.
• Write detailed draft and final reports including findings, implications, recommendations, management comments and implementation schedule for review by the Internal Auditor.
• Perform post — implementation reviews and report on implementation status.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
• Bachelor of Commerce degree (Accounting or Finance Option) or a related discipline.
• Computer literacy in spreadsheets, word-processing and accounting packages.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team building skills.

11. Information Systems Audit Assistant
Ref: BAI/4/2011/IA

Reporting to the Information Systems Auditor, the job holder will be responsible for assisting the Information Systems Auditor in improving the Group’s information systems controls and compliance with the laid down policies and procedures as well as compliance with relevant legislation.

The job holder will also assist in ensuring that the Group’s ICT resources are optimally utilized.

Key Responsibilities
• Carry out detailed audit tests on all the Group’s automated systems in accordance with the approved Annual Audit Plan.
• Reviewing existing information systems controls on all areas of the Group’s operations and making recommendations for improvement.
• Carrying out pre — implementation reviews of projects requiring acquisition of new IT software and Hardware and assessing their technical viability.
• Carrying out post implementation reviews of newly installed information systems and system changes within the Group.
• Reviewing security controls on all the Group’s information systems.
• Reviewing internal controls on Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plans.
• Write detailed draft and final reports including findings, implications, recommendations, management comments and implementation schedule for review by the Internal Auditor.
• Perform post — implementation reviews of previous audit recommendations and reporting on implementation status.
• Attend to other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience
• Bachelors degree in information Systems from a reputable University.
• Good technical knowledge and skills in MS Windows, MS SQL and Oracle Database Management Systems, Local Area Networks (LANs), Wide Area Networks (WANs), Intranet and client/server environments.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team building skills.
An attractive remuneration package will be offered to successful candidates.

In-house training and a professional office environment will also be offered.

If this position is of interest to you, please email your detailed curriculum vitae and covering letter explaining how you would meet the demands of this challenging position giving full names and contacts of 3 referees to hr@british-american.co.ke.

Hard copies will not be accepted.

Quote the reference number as the subject of the application.

Applications should be received not later than 1st March 2011.

KICC Assistant Manager Internal Audit Job

The Kenyatta International Conference Centre (KICC) is established as a State Corporation under the State Corporation Act Cap 446 to discharge the following mandates:

• Promote and Market Conference Tourism locally and internationally;
• Monitor the quality and standard of conference facilities and advice both private and public investors on improvement of such facilities;
• Plan and implement the expansion and modernization of existing conference facilities and develop new ones; and
• carry out any other mandate relevant to its principal mandate.
KICC is in the process of recruiting suitable persons and invites applications for the posts indicated below:

i. Applicants should be computer literate accounting systems.

ii. Applicants should be self driven, highly motivated, energetic and team players.

iii. Applicants should have excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.

iv. Applicants should be aged between 35 and 46 years of age.

Assistant Manager Internal Audit

Description of duties and responsibilities
• Assisting in reviewing the internal control systems and ensure adequacy of checks and balances.
• Assisting in design and implementation of internal control procedures and production of reports on all processes in the Corporation.
• Performing programmed audits in line with the internal audit plan and preparing detailed reports on the same.
• Assisting in risk management.
• Monitoring implementation of audit recommendations.
• Any other lawful duties assigned by Management from time to time.

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the ideal candidate will:
• Possess Bachelors Degree preferably in Commerce (Accounting or Finance option)
• CPA (K) or ACCA (Final)
• Knowledge of Public Procurement Act and regulations.
• Knowledge in prevailing Government Financial, accounting and auditing systems
• Effective oral and written communications skills
• Demonstrates high level of integrity, objectivity, maturity, good leadership qualities, and professional competence.
Those with experience in the Hospitality and Tourism industry will have an added advantage.

Applications including updated C.V.’s and copies of certificates should reach the undersigned by 2nd March 2011.

Note: No on-line application

The Managing Director
Kenyatta International Conference Centre
P O Box 30746-00100
Nairobi

Email: info@kicc.co.ke

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification

Kenyatta International Conference Centre is an Equal Opportunity employer.

RSM Ashvir Tax Manager, Head of BPO and Internal Audit Supervisor Jobs

RSM Ashvir is an integrated firm providing audit and assurance, tax and consulting services to clients across a multitude of sectors.

It is a member firm of RSM International, the 6th largest global network of professional accounting firms and business advisers represented by 93 member and correspondent member firms in 83 countries. The combined network is supported by over 32,550 staff including 3,110 partners in 714 offices.

To support our expansion strategies, we are inviting applications for the following positions:

Tax Manager - Consulting and Advisory

Reporting to Tax Director, the manager will be responsible for:
• Provision of tax advisory services to clients in the areas of direct and indirect taxation
• Handling tax health checks and transfer-pricing assignments
• Overseeing the tax department
Requirements
1. A Bachelors degree with a minimum of upper second class honours
2. CPA (K), CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
3. Minimum of three years experience in a similar senior position
4. Thorough knowledge of local tax laws and practices
Head of Business Process Outsourcing

Reporting to the Consulting Director, the head will be responsible for:
• Overseeing the client accounting and payroll outsourcing function
• Responsible for client liaison
Requirements
• A Bachelors degree with a minimum of upper second class honours
• CPA (K), CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum of three years experience in an senior accounting position
Internal Audit Supervisor

Reporting to Consulting Director, the Internal Audit Supervisor will be responsible for:
• Overseeing the internal audit team
• Developing the risk profiles for clients and developing the internal audit risk matrix and plans
• Supervising the internal audit team and providing hands on training at the field level

Qualifications
• A Bachelors degree with a minimum of upper second class honours
• CPA (K), CA, ACCA or equivalent professional qualification
• Minimum of three years experience in internal or external audit
The prospective candidate will be provided training by the Risk Assurance Centre of Excellence function of RSM International.

If you believe that you possess good interpersonal and communication skills, are a dynamic person with creativity and want to work in an environment that offers potential for career growth and development, kindly send in your hand written application together and a detailed CV indicating the position you are applying for and a daytime contact number to the following address by 28th February 2011.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

RSM Ashvir,
1st Floor, Reliance Centre,
Woodvale Grove, Westlands,
P.O. Box 44 - 00606,
Nairobi, Kenya.

E-mail: info@ke.rsmashvir.com

Website: www.rsmashvir.com

Audit Senior Job in Kisumu

Audit Senior

Location: Kisumu, Kenya

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: Based on experience

The Company

We are a fast growing, high quality, professional audit & advisory firm, located in Kisumu, Kenya. In line with our rapid expansion, we are looking for candidates who are committed and responsible to join us in our audit team. We are meritocratic firm, committed to train our staff and encourage sharing of knowledge among Staff & Partners.

Job Description

The role reports to the Partners/Directors. The applicant should be ready to lead assignments and will take a role in the firm’s business development initiatives. The role will provide excellent career progression for the right person.

Responsibilities

Team Leading
• Planning, leading, managing and supervising execution of external audit and other accounting / advisory engagements
• Assisting with the setting of budgets, pricing and deadlines and ensuring that audit and other assignments are completed within these limits
• Reviewing audit / accounting / advisory work and finally signing-off on delivery reports
Communication
• Regular meetings with clients to obtain updates on their business, discussing issues and presenting audit findings
• Interacting directly with Partners on matters related to client and engagement management

Staff Supervision
• Setting objectives (goal-setting) with the audit team, providing support and coaching for more junior staff, and giving them constructive feedback on their performance
• Training, coaching and developing Staff and Senior accountants for advancement

Quality Control
• Ensuring quality audit work and client service
Client Relationship
• Communicating with clients as well as the internal accounting and audit departments of clients to ensure delivery of exceptional client service
• Establishing client relationships, anticipating client needs, responding their queries, being alert to both commercial concerns and technical accuracy

Portfolio Management
• Ensuring the set project recovery levels are met, audit fees are billed and collected on time

Business Development
• Assist with strengthening existing client relationships and developing new business opportunities by participating in sales meetings and working on proposals

Requirements
• Qualified accountant (ACCA, CPA, ACA) with at least 2 years audit experience with a reputable audit firm
• Strong business awareness and an ability to identify audit issues arising from transactions
• Strong leadership and business development skills and integrity within a professional environment
• Technically good knowledge of modern auditing methodologies, ISAs and IFRSs
• Good working knowledge of Kenyan tax laws
• Excellent supervision, communication and ICT skills (especially knowledge of VT, Quickbooks)
• An additional qualification in ICT will be advantageous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
• Team player, with the ability to multi-task, be flexible and work under pressure
• Socially confident with good diplomacy and organisation skills
• Self starter with good analytical skills and a proactive approach to problem solving
• Dedicated and hard-working

How to apply

Send your application to: recruitksm@gmail.com

Your application should inAclude a cover letter indicating your desire to work with us, a detailed CV highlighting relevant experience, details of current and expected salary, a daytime phone contact, email address, and the names of two professional referees

Quality Assurance Process Engineer Job - Bridge International Academies

Quality Assurance Process Engineer

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

About Bridge International Academies

Bridge International Academies is a startup revolutionizing education across Africa with a truly unique business model. The company has launched a large-scale franchise-like network of ultra low-cost for-profit private primary schools across Africa.

Our schools profitably deliver high-quality education for less than $4 per child per month, enabling local school managers to operate their school businesses profitably, while creating a highly successful business at the central level. We now have 25 schools in Kenya, and plan to rapidly scale the company to serve more than 1 million students.

About this position

We have and are continuing to develop one of the most sophisticated operational approaches to providing affordable education to MILLIONS of children in one of the most challenging environments in the world! We’re looking for an experienced full-time Quality Assurance Engineer to join our software development team and help create tools that will support the operations for our network of schools.

Our success relies on our “School in a Box”, a sophisticated set of custom developed systems, tools and processes (think McDonalds or Starbucks) that are used by all School Managers, as well as by support teams at Headquarters to audit, monitor and support all of our schools.

While the end-user (School Manager) technology at the school is limited to paper and a mobile phone, all of our systems and processes are underpinned by a sophisticated set of supporting and enabling technologies that allows schools to operate cost effectively and efficiently, with oversight by headquarters.

More specifically:

We are looking for a full time Quality Assurance Process Engineer with responsibilities of:
• Partnering closely with Six Sigma Process Engineers to design, update and improve software systems to meet business needs
• Implementing computer-based, short-term corrective actions until long-term systemic ERP solutions can be engineered and released
• Ensuring the failure modes tracking is updated with new detection, severity and frequency ratings upon completion of failure mode remediation
• Developing and managing efficient QA processes including defect tracking and software release processes
• Writing end-user FAQs and training end-users to ensure the system is deployed and used as designed
• Providing first line technical support to in-house users of software developed by our team

About You
• You have BA/BS in Computer Science or related technical field
• You have a minimum of 3 years experience in quality assurance of enterprise software
• You have a solid understanding of quality assurance techniques and best practices
• You have strong communication skills and work well as part of a team
• You are well organized and pay attention to detail
• You function well in a fast-paced, informal environment where constant change is the norm and the bar for quality is set high

Examples of our Software Needs

The following are examples some of the software projects that are currently under development or consideration:
• Automated Student Payment Information System - manages billing, automatically updates database with data from banks and mobile payment company, provides tools for operator to correct and assign payments, and uses SMS interface to send coded updates to Schools, and receive interactive SMS queries and remote error correction.
• Customized integrated financial system - taking customizable financial package and integrating with payment information system, reporting tool, and developing additional tools for automated budget tracking and SMS-based payment requests.
• Data Management and Dashboard/Reporting Tools for HQ staff to support schools - we must develop tools that collect key performance data and provide dashboards/reports to allow support teams to monitor progress of our schools.
• Mobile Phone/PDA App - We will be investigating the feasibility and cost of porting of many of our paper-based processes at our schools to a mobile phone or PDA app to streamline school operations.
How to apply

Applicants should go to Bridge International Academies website – job postings - where all the new jobs are listed

Deadline for applications: 4th March 2011

Business Controls Specialist Job

Job description

This role includes fully dedicated resources under the functional leadership of the organization's Assistant Controller - Business Controls.

Responsibilities of this role include the following:
• Establish and maintain the organization's framework of internal controls, including coordination of scorecards and management reviews
• Optimize the sharing of tools and best-of-breed methodologies to mitigate business risks
• Provide education and consulting on the required control mechanisms related to existing and/or new processes
• Lead independent proactive / walkthrough / process reviews, give expert advice, identify problem areas and offer recommendations.

Required
• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 4 years experience in applying business acumen skills
• At least 4 years experience in applying knowledge of regulations/laws/integrity and ethics
• At least 4 years experience in applying analytical and decision making skills
• At least 3 years experience in applying knowledge of CRM Opportunity Management
• At least 4 years experience in performing risk-based control reviews
• At least 4 years experience in applying business controls requirements
• At least 4 years experience in performing control assessments
• At least 4 years experience in advising on management of business risk
• English: Fluent
Please send all applications to hrtechrecruiter@gmail.com

Application deadline: 22nd February 2011

Business Controls Specialist Job

Job description

This role includes fully dedicated resources under the functional leadership of the organization's Assistant Controller - Business Controls.

Responsibilities of this role include the following:
• Establish and maintain the organization's framework of internal controls, including coordination of scorecards and management reviews
• Optimize the sharing of tools and best-of-breed methodologies to mitigate business risks
• Provide education and consulting on the required control mechanisms related to existing and/or new processes
• Lead independent proactive / walkthrough / process reviews, give expert advice, identify problem areas and offer recommendations.

Required
• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 4 years experience in applying business acumen skills
• At least 4 years experience in applying knowledge of regulations/laws/integrity and ethics
• At least 4 years experience in applying analytical and decision making skills
• At least 3 years experience in applying knowledge of CRM Opportunity Management
• At least 4 years experience in performing risk-based control reviews
• At least 4 years experience in applying business controls requirements
• At least 4 years experience in performing control assessments
• At least 4 years experience in advising on management of business risk
• English: Fluent
Please send all applications to hrtechrecruiter@gmail.com

Application deadline: 22nd February 2011

Kenya Maritime Authority Accountant, Audit Assistant, HR Assistant, PR Assistant and ICT Assistant Jobs

Kenya Maritime Authority wishes to invite qualified applicants to fill the following positions:

Accountant
KMA 4
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:-
• ensuring that reports and statements are timely prepared (monthly, quarterly, and annually);
• preparing special financial management reports, e.g. general, creditors and debtors reports;
• coordinating and preparing timely and accurate financial budgets and forecasts by consolidating individual, section and departmental budgets;
• consolidating costs and revenues and extracting management information for management decision making;
• analyzing budgets and other financial variances and advising the Finance and Administration Manager accordingly;
• liaising with internal and external auditors; etc.

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
• Be a holder of Bachelor of Commerce (Finance, Accounting), Bachelor of Arts (Economics) or any business related degree.
• Masters degree will be an added advantage.
• Certified Public Accountant (K); or
• ACCA
• 6 years experience, three (3) years of which must be in a senior management position;
• accounting experience gained in a large/busy organization.

Internal Audit Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:
• assisting in planning, preparing and performing audits;
• drafting audit reports;
• reviewing financial statements, board of surveys and performance reports;
• carrying out risk assessment in the Authority’s processes;
• carrying out audit investigations and special assignments;
• assisting in facilitation of audit, fraud, anti-corruption and risk awareness trainings to staff;
• performing any other duties as assigned by the internal auditor.

Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
• B. Com in Accounting or Finance, or related field from a recognized University.
• CIA qualification preferred or CPA
• Member of IIA and/ or ICPAK is an added advantage
• 3 years experience in audit, accounts/finance department in reputable organization.
• Those with Risk Management experience are encouraged to apply.

Human Resources Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:-
• assisting in the preparation of payroll;
• filing and maintaining staff records and HR related documents;
• assisting in managing day to day staff matters;
• handling the Authority’s statutory compliance requirements and maintaining relevant records as needed; etc
Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in social sciences, or Business Administration / Management (Human Resource Management option)
• Higher National/Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management; or
• Certified Public Secretary (K)
• 2 years experience in a large/busy HR department.

Public Relations Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:
• maintaining data base and mailing list of all stakeholders;
• preparing public relations materials to be used in various departmental events e.g. press release, publication manuals, promotional materials, introductory speeches etc as necessary;
• maintaining media database; etc
Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in Communications, Mass Communication or Social Sciences
• Professional qualification in public relations and mass communication
• 3 years experience in media / practiced journalism.
• Knowledge of Desktop Publishing.

Information Communication and Technology Assistant
KMA Scale 6
1 Post

Job Description

Duties and responsibilities:
• implementing ICT projects;
• supporting and maintaining computer network administration;
• assisting in the management of the Authority’s website;etc
Minimum Requirements;

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must:
• Be a holder of Bachelors degree in ICT related field;
• hold formal training in business management and ICT project management.
• ICT professional certification in either systems engineering, IT security, database management, network engineering or application development.
• years experience in an IT automated environment.

Applicants who meet the specified requirements should send their application letters with their detailed CVs, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials together with day-time telephone contact, names and contact of three referees, indicating the post applied for in the application letter and on the envelope to:

The Director General,
Kenya Maritime Authority
P.O. Box 95076 – 80104,
Mombasa

Or drop the application at Kenya Maritime Authority, White House 2nd Floor, Moi Avenue, near dock yard, Mombasa.

So as reach not later than 28th February 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Kofinaf Company Chief Internal Auditor Job in Ruiru Kenya

Kofinaf Company Ltd

(Formerly Socfinaf Co. Ltd)

Established in 1950

Kofinaf Company Limited ( Established in 1950) which is a point of excellence and reference in the whole coffee supply chain, wishes to fill the below vacant position.

Chief Internal Auditor

Reporting to the General Manager, the successful candidate shall provide leadership in the running and management of the Internal Audit function.

Key responsibilities and duties
• Manage the operations of the internal audit department
• Preparing the annual work plan of the department for approval by the General Manager and executing risk based internal audits.
• Review of the established systems to ensure compliance with the policies, procedures, top management directives and statutory requirements.
• Advise top management on effectiveness of the Internal Control Systems.
• Playing a key role in developing and monitoring the risk management process.
• Adhoc roles including investigative audits where necessary and/or as advised by top management from time to time

Required Qualifications, skills and attributes
• Bachelor of Commerce/Accounting/Finance or related field.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K)/ACCA
• Qualification in CIA or CISA is an added advantage
• At least 3 years relevant experience, 2 of which must have been in audit preferably in an external audit firm.
• Unquestionable Integrity.
If you are interested in joining our team, please apply to the undersigned explaining why you feel that you would fit in the company.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Applications accompanied with detailed CV should be sent to:

The General Manager,
Kofinaf Co.Ltd,
P.O.Box 10- 00232 Ruiru

Email: info@kofinaf.co.ke

To be received by 28th February 2011.

Gulf African Bank Head of Audit and Information Systems Auditor Jobs

In an effort to strengthen its Audit Team, Gulf African Bank, a fast-growing, fully-fledged shari’ah Bank, is seeking to fill the following challenging positions:

Head of Audit

Key Responsibility:

Reporting to the Board of Directors and working closely with the CEO, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing an independent and objective assurance to the Board of Directors on the system of internal control within the Bank.

Main tasks:
• Review, evaluate and report on adequacy of laid down policies, procedures and controls.
• Establish and maintain policies, standards and guidelines specific to the effective discharge of roles and responsibilities of the internal audit function.
• To assess risks to the Bank through use of Risk Assessment Matrix with a focus on threats to existing operations and profitability.

Qualifications, skills and experience required:
• A degree holder from a recognized university and a member of ICPAK
• Ten (10) years experience in audit with at least 3-5 years spent in a financial institution
• Exposure in dealing with Board Audit Committee is essential
• CIA and CISA qualifications will be an added advantage

Information Systems Auditor

Key Responsibility:
• Conduct IS audits to evaluate systems controls and ensure security risk are clearly identified and addressed.
Main tasks:
• Evaluate existing and new applications, operating systems, technologies and networks and assess the adequacy, effectiveness and reliability of internal controls.
• Performing reviews of IS installations and services to determine the adequacy of logical and physical security controls, operational, change control, back up and disaster recovery procedures and business continuity management.
• Conduct and support financial, operational audits and investigative audits.

Qualifications, skills and experience required:
• A university degree in IT and/or related discipline with CISA certification and working knowledge of Computer Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs)
• At least 3 years experience in Audit preferably in IS audits in large and highly computerized environment or in IS audits in a professional audit firm
• Experience in database administration and user support role preferably gained in a banking environment would be important.
Competitive salary packages will be negotiated with the right candidates in line with the Bank’s
remuneration policies.

Applications to be sent with detailed CVs and names of three referees and should reach us on or before Monday, 21st February 2011 through our recruitment e-mail recruitment@gulfafricanbank.com.

Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Care Kenya Audit and Compliance Officer - Country Office Job Vacancy

Audit and Compliance Officer (Country Office)
Ref: ACOC/11/2/2011

CARE International in Kenya is looking for a dynamic, well organised and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Audit and Compliance Officer for the Country Office.

This position will support the country office operations and is based in Nairobi with over 60% travel to the sub offices.

Reporting to the Audit and Compliance Manager, the incumbents immediate task will be to support Procurement, Administration and Logistics departments in mitigating existing risks through improvement of the internal control systems.

He/She will also undertake system reviews, recommend improvements and oversee full implementation of the audit recommendations. Once risks in these areas are addressed, the candidate will spread support to the rest of the country office by undertaking internal audits and other compliance assignments.

Immediate Responsibilities:
• Perform system reviews and recommend measures to mitigate the risks and support process holders in addressing the identified risks.
• Ensure that vendor lists maintained by procurement department are complete and compliant with CARE policy. Verify to confirm that the vendor list is fully supported with vendor set up forms and Bridger check reports.
• Ensure the Asset Register is complete, accurate and up to date by performing reconciliation of the register and the asset count. Also perform spot check in head office and sub offices to confirm accuracy and completeness of the register
• Ensure existing gaps in the stores and logistic processes are fully addressed and proper systems implemented to reduce exposure.
• Provide on the job trainings, information and guidance to build the capacity of procurement and Administration Staff in a bid to increase their knowledge of CARE policies and ethical standards and thereby enhance compliance and reduce exposure.
Other Audit and Compliance Responsibilities
• Plan and undertake audits to identify and recommend measures to mitigate financial risks in all CARE processes.
• Ensure timely implementation of internal and external audit recommendations by following up with process holders
• Support program in the management of sub grants by ensuring program compliance with CARE sub grant policies, donor and other regulations; undertake reviews of sub agreements, contracts and MOUs and support sub-grantees through financial reviews, audits and trainings.
• Enhance compliance by undertaking trainings, sharing information and guidance to build the capacity of CO staff to increase their knowledge of CARE policies, donor requirements and other external requirements.
• Carry out special assignments including investigations per request
Qualifications and competencies
• Degree in Business Administration or commerce with Qualification in ACCA or CPA.
• Minimum of 4 years experience in audit with clear understanding of procurement, assets management and logistics processes
• Experience in delivering financial and compliance trainings.
• Knowledge of major donor regulations
• Understanding of financial management and reporting systems in an NGO setting
• Ability to review and analyse financial statements and reports
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent writing and strong computer skills in Ms Office.
Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters quoting current salary and detailed C.V with email contacts of three professional referees, including daytime telephone contacts by 25th February 2011 to: vacancies@care.or.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.

Care Kenya Audit and Compliance Officer - Global FundJob Vacancy

Audit and Compliance Officer
Ref: ACOG/11/2/2011

CARE International in Kenya is looking for a dynamic, well organised and highly motivated individual to fill the position of Audit and Compliance Officer for the Global Fund (GF) Program.

Reporting to the Audit and Compliance Manager, the Audit and Compliance Officer will provide support to the Global Fund Program by carrying out periodic Audits and Reviews of CARE and sub recipients to ensure compliance with GF regulations, CARE policies, statutory and other relevant requirements.

The position is based in Nairobi with over 60% travel across the country.

Responsibilities and tasks:
• Plan and undertake compliance audits for the 54 sub recipients that CARE has partnered with under the GF program and recommend measure to address the identified risks.
• Undertake audits and reviews of CARE processes to ensure efficiency and compliance with internal and GF requirements and recommend measures to mitigate the identified risks.
• Maintain an audit follow up tool and follow up on the implementation of audit recommendations both by CARE and Sub recipients
• Oversee compliance in GF sub grant management process by performing regular systems reviews to confirm compliance of CARE and sub recipients with GF regulations, CARE sub grant policies, and other statutory requirements.
• Facilitate the building and strengthening of partners institutional capacity by identifying training needs and supporting program team in undertaking the trainings.
• Perform regular reviews of sub recipient balances and follow up with GF staff to ensure that advances are liquidated timely.
• Perform regular review of questioned and disallowed costs and follow up with grants officers to ensure they are resolved timely.
• Update the program risk management tool and follow up to ensure mitigating actions are implemented timely.
• Follow up with CARE and sub recipients on implementation of audit recommendations
• Carry out special assignments including investigations

Qualifications and competencies
• Business degree and CPA /ACCA finalist
• Minimum of 3 years audit experience and demonstrated experience in auditing sub recipients.
• Knowledge Global Fund regulation and or other major donor regulations
• Understanding of fund management and sub grant management processes
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent writing and strong computer skills in Ms Office.

Applications

Qualified candidates are invited to send their application letters quoting current salary and detailed C.V with email contacts of three professional referees, including daytime telephone contacts by 25th February 2011 to: vacancies@care.or.ke

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

CARE is an equal opportunity employer and promotes gender equity.

Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.