Kenya Power and Lighting Company, KPLC is recruiting Chief Information System Audit (July 2024). Applications are invited from interested and qualified persons at the careers portal.
Duties and Responsibilities
Managing information systems audit and implementing strategies including planning, development of audit testing and evaluation programs, quality assurance, and reporting of audit results.
Conducting continuous risk assessment of the information technology environment including operating systems, network infrastructure, and all interfaced systems with a view to determine the main areas of focus and priority and hence draw an appropriate audit program.
Support the financial and operational auditors in identifying high level information system risks, as well as designing and building automation tools for use by the audit department.
Participate in projects related to the implementation of new technologies and business applications by offering risk and control consulting and advice to technical and functional project teams.
Planning and conducting system audits of specific target areas identified from the overall risk assessment and general audit.
Requirements and Qualifications
Applicants are to meet the specifications below to qualify for this vacancy.
- Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field from a recognized institution
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) or equivalent certification
- Post Graduate Diploma in ICT or Master’s Degree will be an added advantage
- Having worked for the big four audit firms at a senior level is an added advantage
- Member of Information Systems Audit and Control Association, ISACA or relevant professional body.
- Nine (9) years working experience , three (3) of which should have been at supervisory level
- Extensive knowledge of IT controls and best practices
- Strong Communication Skills
- High levels of Integrity and Ethics
- Drive for results and achievement
- Analytical and strategic thinker
- Creativity and innovation
- Commitment to Company Vision and Values
How to Apply
Interested persons should submit their applications online through visiting Kenya Power website on www.kplc.co.ke. Attach detailed Curriculum Vitae, copies of academic and professional certificates and other testimonials.
Please note that we may use this information to conduct background verification during the recruitment process.
Application Deadline
Quote the title of the position you are applying for and include your mobile telephone contact and email address and to be received not later than Tuesday, 16th July 2024.
Only candidates offered employment shall present the following clearance certificates;
- Valid Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations
- Valid Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board (HELB)
- Valid Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA);
- Current Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC);
- Current Report from an approved Credit Reference Bureau (CRB)
Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification. Kenya Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kenya Power does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process (application, shortlisting, interviewing, and/or offer)
