Samburu County is one of the 47 counties in the Republic of Kenya established under the Constitution of Kenya 2010. The County Assembly of Samburu invites applications from qualified persons to serve as Chairperson of the Audit Committee. The Chairperson will lead the committee in providing oversight on risk management, controls, and governance processes, ensuring the integrity of the Assembly's financial reporting and auditing functions.
Responsibilities
Set the agenda for each meeting with the Committee Members.
Provide oversight on risk management, controls, and governance processes and Audit affairs of the County Assembly.
Make appropriate recommendations to the County Assembly regarding internal control and audit matters.
Follow up on the implementation of the recommendations of Internal and External Auditors.
Arrange for a periodic review of the effectiveness of the Audit Committee alongside its mandate.
Demonstrate independence and impartiality in decision-making which accords with legal, constitutional, and policy requirements.
Provide clarification to members on the audit committee’s responsibilities.
Requirements for Appointment
Hold a degree from a recognized University in Kenya in Accounting or Finance.
Membership to ICPAK and in Good Standing.
A distinguished career of over 5 years’ post-qualification professional experience in the Public Sector.
Be a citizen of Kenya.
Possess strong interpersonal skills.
Good understanding of County Assembly operations, Financial Management and reporting, or Auditing.
Good understanding of the objects, principles, and functions of the County Assembly.
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
Terms of Service and Notes
Members of the Audit Committee shall serve on a part-time basis for a period of three years and shall be reappointed for a further one term only.
Allowances payable to Members of the Audit Committee shall be determined by the Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC).
The Chairperson of the Audit Committee shall be independent of the County government entities.
Members appointed to the Audit Committee shall not be past or present employees of the entity and shall not have served as an employee or agent of any business organization which has carried out any business with the County Assembly in the last two years.
How to Apply
Applicants are requested to forward their applications with copies of:
National Identity Card (ID)
Academic and professional certificates and transcripts
Any other supporting documents and testimonials
Valid and Current Clearances from HELB, DCI (Police Clearance), CRB, EACC, and KRA.
Electronic Applications: Submit via email to info@samburuassembly.go.ke
Physical Applications: Address to:
THE SECRETARY,
COUNTY ASSEMBLY SERVICE BOARD,
COUNTY ASSEMBLY OF SAMBURU,
P.O BOX 3-20600,
MARALAL.
All applications should be sent on or before Tuesday, 27th May, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. (East African Time).
How to Apply
Applicants should forward their applications including copies of their National ID, academic/professional certificates, and valid clearances (HELB, DCI, CRB, EACC, KRA).
Applications can be submitted via email to: info@samburuassembly.go.ke or delivered physically to:
THE SECRETARY,COUNTY ASSEMBLY SERVICE BOARD,COUNTY ASSEMBLY OF SAMBURU,P.O BOX 3-20600,MARALAL.
Applications must be received on or before Tuesday, 27th May, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. EAT.
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