The Senior Deputy Director – Internal Audit provides strategic leadership in internal audit functions within the Commission. The primary purpose of this role is to strengthen accountability, ensure financial integrity, and enhance operational effectiveness through robust audit oversight. As a Grade 4 position, the holder will be responsible for the entire audit department's output and alignment with the Commission's mission of professionalizing teaching services.
Responsibilities and Duties
Strategic Leadership: Provide strategic leadership in the development, review, and implementation of internal audit policies, manuals, and procedures.
Audit Planning: Oversee the preparation and execution of risk-based internal audit plans across all Commission departments and regional offices.
System Evaluation: Evaluate the effectiveness of internal control systems, governance processes, and risk management frameworks to ensure they are sufficient to mitigate organizational risks.
Compliance Monitoring: Review financial and operational processes to ensure strict adherence to applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies.
Management Advisory: Advise senior management and the Commission on audit findings, providing expert recommendations for corrective actions and process improvements.
Staff Supervision: Lead and supervise internal audit staff, including performance management, professional development, and coordinating departmental activities.
Implementation Follow-up: Monitor the implementation of both internal and external audit recommendations to ensure gaps are closed.
Reporting: Prepare and present comprehensive internal audit reports for senior management and relevant oversight bodies.
Requirements and Qualifications
Education: A Bachelor's degree (BA/BSc/HND) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Accounting option), or a related field from a recognized institution.
Professional Certification: Possession of relevant professional certifications such as CPA(K), CIA, or CISA is expected for a role at this level.
Experience: Extensive experience in internal auditing, with significant years served in a senior management or leadership capacity (Grade 4 equivalent).
Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of the Public Finance Management (PFM) Act, International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing (IPPF), and other relevant Kenyan statutes.
Integrity: Must demonstrate high levels of financial integrity and professional ethics.
How to Apply
Detailed job descriptions and the application portal are available on the Teachers Service Commission website. Interested and qualified candidates are required to visit the Commission’s website at www.tsc.go.ke or the recruitment portal directly at services.tsc.go.ke to submit their online applications.
Applications must be submitted online no later than 23rd March 2026 at 23:59 hours (East African Time). The Teachers Service Commission is an equal opportunity employer; persons with disabilities and marginalized groups are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are required to visit the Commission’s website at www.tsc.go.ke to access full job descriptions and submit online applications.
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