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1.Strategy Manager Job, Current Accounting Jobs In Kenya,

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze information, formulate and test hypotheses, and develop and communicate recommendations.
• Manage the Group strategic planning and consolidation processes; overall liaison of template dissemination, engagement meetings, collation, and presentation.
• Cascade of approved plan and monthly review against plan.
• Prepare business performance and strategy papers for the Board and executive management committees.
• Provide key support in managing the overall strategy execution, working in conjunction with responsible line leaders and the corporate staff.
• Support target setting and any revisions or changes to the targets or plans that support achieving the approved targets.
• Manage strategic initiatives validation, sizing, and tracking at unit level.
• Provide ongoing performance management of workstream sponsors, leads, and initiative owners on successfully executing the strategy.
• Provide senior leaders with insights and recommendations on the tactics and pathways they must adopt to meet their strategic initiatives and targets.
• Develop and coordinate the regular input from the Group stakeholders regarding the company’s success factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business-related field from a recognized university
• Professional qualifications in accounting &/or finance e.g. CPA or CFA an added advantage
• A master’s degree in a business-related field is an added advantage
• At least 5 years experience in strategy/business finance/consulting including experience in:
  • income statement and balance sheet structure management (financial management)
  • Devising and implementing business strategies involving quantitative analysis, conceptualization, and communication of strategic solutions

Key Competencies

• Superior problem-solving skills and ability to deliver high demands of work within set deadlines
• Exceptional drive and commitment to striving for excellence.
• Ability to work effectively with people at all levels in an organization.
• Highly self-driven and able to think strategically.
• High level of agility, eager to develop new skills and areas of expertise.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

How To Apply

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Apply Before : 12/01/2023, 11:59 PM

2.Insurance Business Development Director, VisionFund International Job, Current Accounting Jobs In Kenya,

Location: National Office – Karen, Nairobi, Kenya

Job Summary

The Insurance Business Development Director’s, VisionFund International (VFI) job is to work with the World Vision Inclusive Finance Group as part of its partnership strategy.  This is a new role created to grow insurance beyond VFI’s traditional client base of our MFIs.  This job will seek to expand microinsurance offerings through WV field offices, particularly focusing on our registered children programs. 

The job will work directly with interested World Vision field offices and other NGOs/networks of MFIs to explore whether there is a need for insurance products.  The position will also be part of the VFI insurance team and will focus on the operationalization of the product.  The successful candidate will drive pragmatic implementation of insurance solutions into World Vision operations to create affordable financial safety nets for their beneficiaries. This role is proactive, making sure results are achieved as per the defined plan in each country and developing plans.

Key Responsibilities

Develop the micro insurance business in World Vision Offices (40%)

• Build relationships at global, regional, and national levels with key WV staff to understand their needs and concerns around insurance for sponsored children and their families. 
• Identify promising countries and work on long-term plans to bring them on board.

Promotion and innovation of insurance products and work (10%)

• Document progress and report on successes, lessons learned, and opportunities for insurance and how it benefits sponsored children and their families
• Promote innovation in the insurance/ humanitarian/ INGO space

Developing new business with other partners (30%)

• Engage and build relationships with like-minded organizations that are seeking to develop insurance products to understand their needs and concerns around insurance

Support handover to the insurance team (20%)

• Once countries have been identified and financial commitments agreed then the work needs to be handed over to the insurance team.  There will need to be work in handing over and in some cases taking on some of the functions of the core insurance team (as directed by the insurance director)

Required qualifications and experience

• A minimum of undergraduate-level education in mathematics business finance or international development.
• At least 10 years of experience in microinsurance including the development of products, management, and operations
• At least 5 years of experience working with INGOs and MFIs/network of MFIs
• Excellent professional knowledge of microfinance and microinsurance Knowledge of personal lines insurance such as life and health
• Trained in project/program management (preferably in a grant-funded context) or experienced manager with a proven track record in project delivery in developing countries
• Strong report-writing skills
• Highly numerate, and proficient in the use of spreadsheet models
• Good inter-personal and cross-cultural skills to cope with a very diverse stakeholder group
• The role requires hands-on experience in insurance and ideally in microinsurance specializing in personal lines (health, life, personal accident).
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders regarding products and business plans
• Track record of successful project implementations

Preferred knowledge & qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject is preferred, or equivalent experience/knowledge gained in a work situation e.g. as an Economic development specialist or Microfinance professional
• Matrix management experience
• An insurance specialist with experience in running grant-financed development projects.

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3.Risk Management Manager Job, Current Accounting Jobs In Kenya,

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Risk Management tools, practices, and policies to analyze and report on risks, and to manage risks according to an integrated risk management framework;
• Ensure the organization’s risk management policies and strategies comply with applicable regulations, rating agency standards, and strategic imperatives of the organization;
• Establish the Risk Management architecture for the Fund;
• Oversee or monitor all operational risk management activities of the organization;
• Monitor and analyze risks within the Fund’s business units and report on these risks to the Board;
• Coordinate activities of forensic investigations in the Fund;
• Develop the annual risk and compliance plan and present the same to the audit risk and compliance committee for approval;
• Review and discuss the annual risk plan implementation strategy with the risk management team; and
• Review and approve the risk assessment plan and review the progress of risk assessment assignments;

Job Requirements:

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Project Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Actuarial Science, Project Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, ACCA, CPA (K), CRMA, PRM, FSA, CERA or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• At least ten (10) years of work experience, five (5) of which should be in a senior management position;
• Membership to a relevant and accredited professional body such as ICPAK, IIA, ISACA, SoA, IFoA, ACCA, TASK, or any other relevant qualification and in good standing;
• Leadership Course from a recognized institution or a Certificate in Corporate Governance;  Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Competencies

• Integrity;
• Attention to details;
• Interpersonal skills;
• Good report writing skills;
• Communication skills;
• Strategic thinking;
• Critical thinking and analytical skills; and
• Ability to work through teamwork.

How To Apply

Candidates interested in the above positions must submit the following:

• Application letter;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees;
• Certified copies of academic and professional certificates and National Identity Card.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the documents listed above, along with the following documents during the interviews:

•  A valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations not more than one (1) year old;
• A current clearance from the Ethics and Integrity Commission not more than one (1) year old;
• A current clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau.

Package Details:
A contract of employment, with an attractive and competitive package, will be offered to successful candidates. These positions are on a five (5)-year contract, subject to renewal based on performance.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their applications, along with their Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, and testimonials, by Friday, 1st December 2023, by 5:00 p.m.

The applications should be emailed to managerrecruitment@nssfkenya.co.ke OR sent via Posta OR hand-delivered in a marked envelope specifying the position being applied for. Address your application to:

The Managing Trustee
National Social Security Fund
NSSF Building, Block A, 3rd Floor, Bishop Road
P O Box 30599-00100
NAIROBI

4.Internal Audit Manager Job, Current Audit Jobs In Kenya,

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and maintain strong internal audit programs, processes and procedures, and strategies;
• Formulate the annual Audit Plan and present it to the Audit Committee for approval;
• Review and approve audit programs and planning memorandum for individual assignments;
• Manage performance of audit assignments, review audit reports, and present the same to the Board;
• Perform preliminary planning and establish direction for audits, providing leadership and managing the process to acceptable outcomes;
• Coordinate and interact with external auditors and conduct audit entry and exit discussions;
• Monitor and review the execution of individual audit assignments;
• Develop and spear-head anti-fraud strategy in collaboration with the compliance function;
• Plan and coordinate timely performance of special audit investigations And forensic audits in the Fund as necessary;
• Prepare board papers on Internal Audit activities
• Prepare terms of reference for assignments and participate in the evaluation of consultants; and
• Coordinate the presentation of the consultant’s report to the Senior Management and the Board’s Audit Committee.

Job Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Project Management, Business Administration, or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
• Professional qualification such as CIA, CISA, ACCA, CPA (K), CRMA, PRM or equivalent from a recognized institution;
• At least ten (10) years work experience, five (5) of which should be in a senior management position;
• Membership to a relevant and accredited professional body such as ICPAK, ACCA, IIA, or any other relevant qualification; and in good standing;
• Leadership Course from a recognized institution or a Certificate in Corporate Governance;
• Proficiency in computer applications; and
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter 6 of the Constitution.

Competencies:

• Integrity;
• Communication skills;
• Leadership skills;
• Organizational skills
• Problem solving skills;
• Analytical skills;
• Problem solving skills;
• Observation skills

How To Apply

Candidates interested in the above positions must submit the following:

• Application letter;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three (3) referees;
• Certified copies of academic and professional certificates and National Identity Card.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to present originals of the documents listed above, along with the following documents during the interviews:

•  A valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• A valid Clearance Certificate from the Higher Education Loans Board;
• A valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations not more than one (1) year old;
• A current clearance from the Ethics and Integrity Commission not more than one (1) year old;
• A current clearance from the Credit Reference Bureau.

Package Details:
A contract of employment, with an attractive and competitive package, will be offered to successful candidates. These positions are on a five (5)-year contract, subject to renewal based on performance.

Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit their applications, along with their Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates, and testimonials, by Friday, 1st December 2023, by 5:00 p.m.

The applications should be emailed to managerrecruitment@nssfkenya.co.ke OR sent via Posta OR hand-delivered in a marked envelope specifying the position being applied for. Address your application to:

The Managing Trustee
National Social Security Fund
NSSF Building, Block A, 3rd Floor, Bishop Road
P O Box 30599-00100
NAIROBI

5.Audit Committee Job, Current Audit Jobs In Kenya,

Job Ref: KCPSB/AC/01/15/11/23

Terms of Service: Three Years Contracts on a part-time basis

The members will draw an allowance determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).

Duties, responsibilities, roles, and mandate

The Audit Committee shall: –

•  Obtain assurance from management that all financial and non-financial internal control and risk management functions are operating effectively and reliably.
•  Provide an independent review of the County’s reporting functions to ensure the integrity of financial reports.
•  Monitor the effectiveness of the County’s performance management and performance information and review the County’s internal financial controls (that is, the systems established to identify, assess, manage, and monitor financial risks).
•  Provide strong and effective oversight of the County’s internal audit function, monitor and review the effectiveness of the entity’s internal audit function.
•  Provide effective liaison and facilitate communication between management and external audit, review and approve the internal audit functions, having regard to the complementary roles of the internal and external audit functions.
•  Provide oversight of the implementation of accepted audit recommendations.
•  Ensure the county effectively monitors compliance with legislative and regulatory requirements and promotes a culture committed to lawful and ethical behavior.
•  Act as a forum for dialogue between the Accounting Officer, the County Executive Committee, and the internal and external auditors to help facilitate a better awareness of each party’s responsibilities and provide a more efficient and coordinated audit process.
•  Promote the integrity and quality of internal and external reports by providing a high level of assurance and check.
•  Foster and promote a more effective and efficient audit process by providing an independent review of the internal audit annual work plan and reports.
•  Provide a ‘no surprises’ environment in the County, particularly about the prompt identification of risks and threats to the entity.
•  Provide a depth of knowledge that assists management in discharging its responsibilities most effectively and efficiently.
•  Drive the assessment of the performance of the head of internal audit.
•  Examine internal and external audit reports and recommendations after management response to ensure action is taken.
• Communicate with the internal and external auditors on;
  • the changing business environment;
  • changing financial reporting requirements;
  • Audit findings, including comments on governance, risk and controls;
  • proposed audit scope and audit coverage and approaches concerning complex, high-risk, and judgment areas and;
  • Management response to specific audit recommendations.
•  Evaluate whether processes are in place to address key roles and responsibilities in risk management.
•  Evaluate the adequacy of the control environment to provide reasonable assurance that the systems of internal control are of a high standard and functioning as intended.
•  Perform an independent review of the financial statements to ensure the integrity and transparency of the financial reporting process.
•  Monitor the effectiveness of an entity’s performance information and compliance with the performance management framework and performance reporting requirements.
•  Evaluate the quality of the internal audit function, particularly in the areas of planning, monitoring, and reporting.
•  Engage with external audit and assess the adequacy of management response to issues identified by the audit.
•  Review the effectiveness of how the entity monitors compliance with relevant legislative and regulatory requirements and promotes a culture committed to lawful and ethical behavior.
•  Review, and report to the H.E. Governor on the significant financial reporting issues and judgments made in connection with the preparation of the County’s financial statements, interim reports, preliminary announcements, and related formal statements.
•  Consider significant accounting policies, any changes to them, and any significant estimates and judgments.
•  Consider whether the County has adopted appropriate accounting policies and, where necessary, made appropriate estimates and judgments.
•  Review the clarity and completeness of disclosures in the financial statements and consider whether the disclosures made are set properly in context.
•  Where, following its review, the audit committee is not satisfied with any aspect of the proposed financial reporting by the entity, it shall report its views to the H.E. Governor.
•  Review related information presented with the financial statements, including the business review, and approve corporate governance statements included in the annual report relating to the audit and risk management.
•  Where requested by H.E. Governor, the audit committee should review the content of the annual report and accounts and advise the Committee on whether taken as a whole, it is fair, balanced, and understandable and provides the information necessary for stakeholders to assess the County’s performance, business model and strategy.
•  The audit committee should review arrangements by which staff of the entity or any other person may, in confidence, raise concerns about possible improprieties in matters of financial reporting or other matters.
•  Perform any function provided for in the relevant legislation, regulations, and/or Circulars

Requirements for appointment

•  Be a Kenyan Citizen.
•  Must be a holder of at least a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field in Finance, Economics, Statistics, Business administration, Accounting, or Law.
•  Must be knowledgeable in Government Affairs, have leadership skills, and shall not be a holder of a political office.
•  Must not be a past or present employee of the County or an agent of a business organization, which has carried out business with the County Government of Kirinyaga.
•  Must be affiliated with professional bodies e.g. ICPA (K). ACFE, LSK, EBK IIA, or any other relevant body.
•  Must possess a good understanding of Government operations, financial reporting, and auditing.
•  Must possess good knowledge of objects, principles, or functions of County Government.
•  At least 10 years of experience in a relevant field

How To Apply

NB; Salary and benefits attached to this post are as per the guidelines by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
Applicants should submit their applications together with copies of their detailed

•  Curriculum Vitae,
•  Academic and Professional certificates,
•  Testimonials,
•  PIN Certificate,
•  National Identity Card or Passport and
•  Any other supporting documents.

Indicate the position applied for, both on the cover letter and the envelope. Applications should be addressed to:
The Secretary
County Public Service Board
P O Box 260 – 10304
KUTUS
Hand-delivered applications should be dropped at the County Headquarters 4TH floor, KUTUS (Office of County Public Service Board between 8.00 a.m. and 5.00 p.m. on weekdays).
Applicants should seek clearance and attach copies or evidence thereof of the updated documents below.

•  Kenya Revenue Authority
•  Ethics and Anti-corruption Commission
•  Criminal Investigation Department (Certificate of Good Conduct)
•  Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
•  Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)

Applications should reach the County Public Service Board (CPSB) on or before Friday, 1st December 2023.