Assistant Manager – Internal Audit Department

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Execution: Plan, coordinate, and oversee the execution of audit assignments across the Bank's diverse operations.
• Audit Leadership: Take a lead role in both routine and special audits conducted within the Bank.
• Compliance and BAC Files: Ensure that BAC files are accurately completed and submitted within the required timelines.
• Reporting: Prepare comprehensive and timely audit reports outlining findings and recommending enhancements to procedures and internal controls.
• Procedure and Product Reviews: Review bank procedures and new products across various operational areas, recommend appropriate actions, and prepare value-adding assessment reports.
• Subsidiary Support: Provide support in audit assignments for the Bank's subsidiaries when required.
• System Improvements: Drive continuous improvement of operating systems and procedures by reviewing, evaluating, and advising on the internal controls needed to support efficient and prudent financial management across DTB Kenya and its departments.
• Team Mentorship: Support the department in on-the-job training, mentoring, and performance appraisal of audit team members based on assignments completed.

Personal Competencies

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently and professionally with colleagues across all levels of the Bank, including management and audit stakeholders.
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, and able to work independently, demonstrating strong initiative and sound judgment when executing audit assignments with minimal supervision.
• High levels of integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct, consistent with the standards expected within the Internal Audit function and required for objective, unbiased audit work.

Skills & Qualifications

• A university degree in a relevant field such as Commerce (Accounting), Business Administration, or a related discipline, supported by professional accounting or auditing qualifications such as CPA or ACCA.
• Membership in a recognized professional body such as ICPAK, IIA, or ISACA is preferred.
• Certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (CIA) will be an added advantage.
• An MBA is also an added advantage.