Kyambogo University is a public university, established in 2003 following the merger of the former Institute of Teacher Education Kyambogo (ITEK), Uganda Polytechnic Kyambogo (UPK), and Uganda National Institute for Special Education (UNISE). The University Campus is located on Kyambogo Hill in the capital city, Kampala. Kyambogo University is the second largest university in Uganda with more than 30,000 students on-campus.
Kyambogo University is a unique institution which has adopted an integrated approach to education, focusing on vocationalising education at all levels. The University has embraced the fields of science and technology, humanities, business management and entrepreneurship, education and teacher development as well as special needs education.

In order to achieve its vision, mission and strategic goals, the University invites applications from suitably qualified Ugandans to fill the position of CHIEF INTERNAL AUDITOR. Please visit www.kyu.ac.ug/jobs to view and/or download the detailed job advert and general terms for the position:
Job Title: Chief Internal Auditor
Salary Scale: M3
Responsible To: University Council (Functionally)/Vice Chancellor (Administratively)
Responsible For: Principal Internal Auditors
Interacts With: Deputy Vice Chancellors and other Members of Top Management, Deans of Faculty/School, Heads of Administrative and Academic Departments

Job Purpose
To provide strategic leadership and overall supervision of the Internal Audit activities and resources towards provision of assurance and consulting services aimed at improving the University’s operations and promoting effective risk management, control and governance processes.

Key Outputs
• Internal audit policy documents formulated, updated or reviewed on time.
• University’s audit risk areas identified and evaluated.
• Comprehensive, annual audit plans developed and implemented.
• Internal audits conducted and supervised.
• Quarterly Internal Audit Reports produced and submitted to relevant authorities.
• Auditing standards, policies and procedures adhered.

• Internal Audit Quality assurance program maintained.
• Liaison with the Office of the Auditor General and other internal and external audit assurance providers established.
• Internal Audit staff appraised, trained and developed.
• Special audits, investigations and other assignments undertaken.

Key Functions
• To initiate, develop or update Internal Audit policy documents (such as the Internal Audit Charter and Manual) and establish appropriate standards, policies and procedures to guide the delivery of Internal Audit services in line with departmental objectives
• To direct the identification of and evaluation of the University’s audit risk areas and oversee the development and approval of the annual plan.
• To assess the adequacy of resources and expertise in relation to the annual audit plan and recommend enhancement where necessary.
• To direct the overall performance of audit procedures including identifying and defining issues, developing criteria, reviewing evidence, documenting client processes and procedures.
• To direct and guide the Audit staff in conducting interviews, reviewing documents, developing and administering surveys, composing summary memos, and preparing working papers.
• To direct Audit staff in the identification, development and documentation of audit issues and recommendations.
• To communicate the results of audit activities and ensure timely production and submission of Internal Audit reports to relevant authorities.
• To liaise with the Office of Auditor General and other internal and external assurance providers and ensure coordination of audit assurance effort.
• To assist in hiring, training and professional development and evaluation of the Audit staff; and taking corrective measures to address performance problems.
• To maintain internal audit quality assurance and improvement program in accordance with International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing, Internal Audit Charter and the Internal Audit Manual
• To develop and maintain productive client relationship between internal staff and other personnel, Management, Audit Committee and Council.
• To direct the performance of special audits, investigations and other work as assigned by the Audit Committee or Management or any other competent authority.

Person Specifications
• Must possess a Master’s Degree in either Auditing or Finance and Accounting or Business Administration (MBA – Accounting option) or equivalent qualification for a recognized awarding University or Institution.
• Must possess a Bachelor’s degree in either Commerce (Accounting option) or Accounting and Finance or Business Administration (Accounting option) or Business Studies (Accounting option) or Auditing or a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics or other quantitative discipline from a recognised awarding University or Institution.
• Must be a holder of full professional accounting qualification such as CPA, ACCA or CIMA. Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Uganda (ICPAU) and the Institute of Internal Auditors, Uganda (IIA).
• Possession of CIA, CISA or CFE will be an added advantage.

Competences
• Should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Should be computer literate with knowledge and skills in computerized accounting and auditing. Should be able to demonstrate and promote transparency and accountability.
• Should be a person of integrity and high ethical standards.
• Should have strategic focus, analytical skills and result orientation.
• Excellent decision-making and time management skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work with minimal supervision.
• Should be able to work under pressure with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
• Should be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing
• Should be able to effectively supervise personnel and complete all associated personnel actions in a timely and accurate manner.
AGE LIMIT
Should be between 40 and 55 years old at the time of application.
Experience
Should have a minimum of ten (10) years’ working experience in Auditing and/or Finance in a reputable organisation, five (5) of which should have been served at a Senior Management level.
General Terms for The Post
1. Appointment
In accordance with the Universities and Other Tertiary Institutions Act, 2001 (as amended), the successful candidate shall be appointed on contract for five years and will be eligible for one more term of five years subject to performance.
2. Remuneration
An attractive remuneration package shall be paid in accordance with the University Terms and Conditions of Service.
3. Employment Contract
Upon acceptance of the job offer, the successful candidate will be required to sign a contract of employment with the University setting out the terms and conditions of employment.
4. Performance Outputs and Targets
The successful candidate shall sign a 5 years performance contract implemented through annual performance agreements, stipulating his or her performance outputs and targets.
5. Performance Reviews
In July of each financial year, the University shall undertake a review of the officer’s performance which will cover progress towards achieving the performance outputs and targets.

Job application procedure
1. Interested persons who meet the minimum requirements for the above positions should submit Six (6) hard copies of their applications together with the following:
• A detailed and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae.
• Certified copies of academic transcripts and certificates, and professional qualifications.
• Names and addresses of three referees who should be advised to send reference letters directly to the Director Human Resources under confidential cover.
• Copies of the birth certificate and National Identity Card or copies of the relevant pages passport indicating the applicant’s date of birth.
2. Sealed application should be sent to the address below not later than Friday 10th December 2021 at 5:00 p.m. East African Standard Time.
3. Applications should be addressed to:
DIRECTOR HUMAN RESOURCES
KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY
SECOND FLOOR, ADMINISTRATION BLOCK (RECORDS OFFICE)
P.O.BOX 1,
KYAMBOGO,
KAMPALA
UGANDA
Tel: +256 414 286 452
Email: [email protected]