Member, County Executive Internal Audit Committee at County Government of Tharaka Nithi

MEMBER, COUNTY EXECUTIVE INTERNAL AUDIT COMMITTEE County Government of Tharaka Nithi The County Government of Tharaka Nithi invites qualified individuals to serve as a Member of the County Executive Internal Audit Committee. This role is established under the County Governments Act, 2012 and operates in accordance with Article 235 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010. POSITION OVERVIEW As a Member of the County Executive Internal Audit Committee, you will play a critical role in ensuring effective governance and financial accountability across the county government. You will provide independent oversight of internal audit functions, risk management practices, and control systems while making strategic recommendations to county leadership. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Your duties will include: Delivering independent oversight and assurance on governance matters, risk management frameworks and control processes, with recommendations directed to the Accounting Officers Monitoring the implementation and follow-up of recommendations issued by both internal and external auditors Executing all roles and responsibilities as defined in the PFM (County Government) Regulations 2015 and the Audit Committee Guidelines for County Governments QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS To be considered for this position, you must: Be a Kenyan citizen Hold at least a bachelor's degree from a recognized Kenyan educational institution Demonstrate at least 10 years of relevant professional experience, with a minimum of five years in a senior management position Possess specialized qualifications and expertise in audit practices within the public service or devolved government systems Display comprehensive understanding of internal auditing mandates, principles, and functions in the public sector Understand public sector operations, financial reporting standards and auditing practices Possess thorough knowledge of Audit Committee Operations, Public Finance Management and related regulations Not be a current or former employee of Tharaka Nithi County, and not have worked for any business organization that conducted transactions with the county within the past two years Demonstrate knowledge of the National Values and Principles of Governance outlined in Article 10 and the Principles of Public Service in Article 232 of the Constitution of Kenya 2010 Show understanding of Tharaka Nithi County Government's mandate, objectives, principles and functions Meet all requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution regarding Leadership and Integrity Not hold any political office Membership in good standing with a recognized professional body is considered an advantage