Must have:

• Bachelor's degree in a business/Finance related field.
  
• Professional certifications in CPA(K), or ACCA.
  
• A Master's degree in a business related field will be an added advantage
  
• Part or full qualifications as CISA, CISM or CISSP will be an added advantage
  
• At least 5 years' experience gained in an audit environment as an assistant internal auditor.
  
• Must be registered with a relevant Professional body.
  

Competencies:

• Data mining, data analysis, detail-oriented and report writing skills.
  
• Competitive interpersonal communication skills and team player.
  
• Working knowledge of computer aided audit techniques (CAATs)
  
• Experience in auditing Enterprise Resource Planning systems, digital platforms and other subsystems.
  
• Conversant with higher education governing laws and regulatory frameworks
  

• Assisting in analyzing the financial, operational and management processes and systems of the University and its affiliates.
  
• Evaluates the adequacy of system design, risk management and internal control framework in meeting business, operational and control objectives.
  
• Assist in the preparation of risk-based audit plans, under the coordination of the Principal Internal Audit Assurance and Risk Management and ensures comprehensive and quality audit programmes are prepared.
  
• Performing Risk Assessment tailored to each area under review necessary for identification, analysis and evaluation of areas of significant weaknesses.
  
• Preparation of audit reports detailing identified key control gaps and weaknesses in the system or function being audited and provide innovative and creative recommendations for implementation.
  
• Assists in the investigation of significant suspected fraudulent activities within the University and its affiliates
  
• Assists in the conduct of special audit assignments as directed by the Head of Internal Audit
  
• Provides value added internal consulting services to the University stakeholders.
  
• Undertakes any other duties as may be assigned from time-to-time