Director Audit Job LSK

Director Audit Job. Audit Jobs in Kenya

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead in the development and review of internal audit strategies, policies, procedures, and guidelines;
• Spearhead the development and implementation of annual internal audit plan;
• Manage audit reviews for risk management process and internal controls;
• Oversee internal controls and monitoring functions related to risk management and compliance;
• To provide advisory services to the Council with regard to sound management systems (Governance), risk and internal control processes;
• To advise management on the integrity of processes and operations to ensure that the Society obtains value for money;
• To monitor the implementation of audit recommendations in the Society;
• Oversee the implementation of risk assessment and management guidelines;
• Provide guidance in conducting special audit and reviews to ensure, compliance;
• Oversee the approval of audit programs and testing procedures to ensure appropriateness for the areas in scope;
• To offer Secretarial services to the Society Audit & Risk Committee;
• To evaluate measures put in place by management to ensure that the Society’s assets are accounted for and safeguarded from losses of all kind;
• To monitor and appraise performance of Internal Audit staff in line with quality standards and work processes to ensure the achievement of the departmental objectives and recommend operating improvements and
• To liaise with the Society’s external auditors

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Academic and Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Commerce (Accounting/ Finance option), Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Auditing, Business Administration or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
• A master’s degree in the relevant field is an added advantage;
• A Professional Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), ACCA or any other professional accounting qualification;
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) finalist or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) will be an added advantage;
• Registered member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and
• Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA); and
• Certificate in certified Information Systems Audit Control Association (ISACA) is an added advantage.

Required Skills and Experience

• At least ten years (10) years’ experience in a busy organization, with three (3) years as Head of Internal Audit section;
• Strong managerial skills and ability to lead teams to attain departmental goals;
• Must be a person of integrity, demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be a team player;
• Competent, organized, excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Excellent knowledge of relevant basic computer applications;
• Ability to work in a team-modulated and collaborative environment;
• Demonstrate professional competence and ability in planning and controlling internal audit activities; and
• Must fulfill the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

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How to Apply

Interested persons are requested to fill the form Link and then submit their applications, including a detailed CV and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience relevant to this position. All applications should be forwarded to the undersigned on email at recruitment@lsk.or.ke so as to reach us not later than Monday 30th June, 2025.

NOTE:

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted;
Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
THE SECRETARY/CEO
LAW SOCIETY OF KENYA
LAVINGTON, OPP. VALLEY ARCADE
GITANGA ROAD
P.O. BOX 72219 – 00200
NAIROBI

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