Assistant Director, Internal Auditor at National Defence University - NDU-K

NDU-K was established under Section 24 of the Universities Education Act, 2012 on 27 May 2021. The University offers specialized certificates, diplomas and degrees in areas related to Defence and security, as well as other dimensions of security. The University is based at Lanet, Nakuru County.

 

Assistant Director, Internal Auditor

• Job TypeFull Time
• QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
• Experience12 years
• LocationNakuru
• Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 

Duties and responsibilities

• Formulating and coordinating the implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans;
• Compiling and issuing internal audit reports to the Management and University as appropriate;
• Setting up and implementing process audit in accordance with auditingstandards;
• Evaluating effectiveness of internal control framework in the Organization processes.
• Providing assurance on risk control effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy and risk management processes.
• Assisting external Auditors when called upon.
• Implementing and closing of Board Audit committee’s resolutions.
• Ensuring agreed targets are met in the department
• Providing leadership in conducting audits
• Managing audits by monitoring/tracking progress of assignments allocated to auditors
• Managing the “close out” process of audits 
• Formulating and coordinating the implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans;
• Compiling and issuing internal audit reports to the Management and University as appropriate;
• Providing leadership in carrying out special, systems audits and investigations
• Setting up and implementing systems in accordance with auditing standards;
• Evaluating internal control framework for preventing and detecting irregularities
• Providing assurance on risk control effectiveness, efficiency and adequacy and risk management processes.
• Implementing and closing of Board Audit committee’s resolutions.
• Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders through regular engagements by providing feedback on fraud and /or industry trends
• Ensuring increased awareness of the impact of fraud and regulatory risks by sharing information within the organization.
• Providing input into the corporate risk and audit plans
• Ensuring agreed targets are met in the department
• Managing the “close out” of systems and forensic investigation. 

Requirements for Appointment

For appointment to this grade, a Candidate must have: -

• Cumulative service period of twelve (12) years’ relevant work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Principal Internal Auditor or in a comparable position;
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: Accounting, Finance Commerce, Economics, Business Administration or its equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Certificate in any of the following: Part III of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Part III of the Certified Public Accountants (CPA) Examination, Part III of the Association of Certified Chartered Accountants (ACCA) or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Registered with relevant professional body;
• A valid practicing certificate from a relevant professional body;
• Certificate in Leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized and accredited institution;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Method of Application

INTERESTED APPLICANTS ARE REQUESTED TO NOTE THAT:

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the following documents during the interviews;

• National Identity Card;
• Academic and Professional Certificates and transcripts;
• Any other supporting documents and testimonials;

Clearances from the following bodies: (i) Kenya Revenue Authority; (ii) Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission; (iii) Higher Education Loans Board; (iv) Any of the Registered Credit Reference Bureaus; (v) Directorate of Criminal Investigations (Police Clearance Certificate); (e) Letter of recognition of qualifications from the Commission for University Education (CUE) for any degree obtained from foreign universities; and (f) Recommendations from relevant professional bodies (where applicable).

MODE OF APPLICATION

• Applications should be submitted either as hard copy(manual) or electronic (online), together with a detailed curriculum vitae, a copy of ID/Passport, copies of academic and professional certificates and transcripts. (i) The Hard Copy applications should be clearly Addressed to as;

​​​​ Name and Number” National Defence University-Kenya and delivered to:Application for Advert

THE DEPUTY VICE-CHANCELLOR (FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION)
NATIONAL DEFENCE UNIVERSITY-KENYA
P.O BOX 3812-20100
NAKURU

• Online applications should be submitted via e-mail to:Recruitment2025@ndu.ac.ke with the advert name and number on the subject line.
• Detailed job Specifications can be found at www.ndu.ac.ke.

All applications should reach the National Defence University-Kenya on or before 25th June 2025 latest 5.00pm (East Africa Time).