Directorate of Internal Audit (DIA) Director

Job Description

Reviewing and appraising, where necessary, the adequacy, soundness and applications of accounting, financial and operational controls. Ascertaining the extent of compliance with established policies, plans and procedures and appraise the quality of performance of those carrying our assigned responsibilities. Ascertaining the extent to which assets are accounted for and safeguarded against losses of all kinds. Ascertaining the reliability of accounting and other data developed within the University. Providing assurance to the Vice-Chancellor, and for that matter, the University Council, that there is an adequate system of internal controls. Ensuring that policies and procedures are appropriate and not wasteful. Ensuring that reliable records form the basis for the preparation of appropriate financial and other data provided for decision-making. Drawing the Vice-Chancellor's attention to deficiencies in the system e.g. duplication of functions, excessive waste of resources and other inefficiencies and suggest for remedies where necessary and. Carrying out special reviews of accounting systems with a view to stamping out identified weaknesses.

Requirements

• Possess a postgraduate degree in Accounting/Finance/Audit.
• Be a member in good standing of any recognised professional accounting body e.g ICA, ACCA, CIMA etc.
• Have at least 10 years post-qualification working experience as a professional accountant and with the requisite experience in internal auditing and controls and.
• Have considerable knowledge of a University set up.

Terms of Employment

The position, which is full-time, is for a 3 years term, renewable for another term of 3 years only, if that is not beyond statutory retiring age. Salary and fringe benefits attached to the positions are attractive.

How to Apply

Interested applicants who meet the above criteria should please submit their applications and comprehensive curriculum vitae, together with relevant supporting documents and a three-page vision statement (completed application documents should be 10 copies each) to: Applicants should request 3 referees to submit reports on them directly to the above address.