The Standard Group PLC is a multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key influence in matters of national and international interest. Our various media platforms include: The Standard Newspaper, KTN, KTN News, btv, Farmers T.V, Radio Maisha, Vybez Radio, Spice FM, The Nairobian Weekly Newspaper and Standard Digital. As part of strengthening our operations, we are looking for a confident, motivated and highly ambitious team player to join the  Audit   team in the following capacity:

SENIOR SYTEMS INTERNAL AUDITOR

OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE JOB

Reporting to the Head of Audit, the incumbent shall be responsible for independently identifying internal control risk in processes and systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general and application control reviews - computer information systems.
• Performs information control reviews to include system development standards, operating procedures, system security, programming controls, communication controls, backup and disaster recovery, and system maintenance.
• Directs and/or performs reviews of internal control procedures and security for systems under development and/or enhancements to current systems.
• Executing risk based system (including external and internal vulnerability test) in accordance with the approved audit plan to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of established internal controls and procedures.
• Conducting follow up audits and monitoring the timely implementation of the management actions agreed in the audit reports.
• Conducting Ad-Hoc investigations and reviews as requested by senior management or finance and audit committee.
• Identifying key areas of risk within the Group.
• Guide on emerging operational, legal and regulatory compliance matters.
• Coordinates and interacts with external auditors, administrators, staff and law enforcement officials as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and professional qualifications in either ACCA or CPA plus CISA qualification.
• 3 years of progressively responsible experience in information systems auditing or Information Technology.
• Full member of a relevant professional body.

SKILLS AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Information Technology audit skills including ability to evaluate security, confidentiality, integrity and availability of data. (Skills to audit Information Technology architecture and infrastructure is an added advantage).
• Proficiency in personal computing, network environments and enterprise resource planning application.
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently and in a team.
• Effective analytical skills in gathering data, interpreting information, and reporting results.
• Audit proficiency must be demonstrated which conforms to professional auditing standards
• Hands On-Experience in ACL GRC (Audit Management & Analytics) will be an added advantage.

If you possess the above qualifications and have the determination to excel, please send your application to  [email protected]  not later than  Friday, 17th June 2022.

The Standard Group PLC is an equal opportunity employer and as such, canvassing of any form will lead to automatic disqualification

Please note that ONLY shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

WE DO NOT CHARGE ANY FEES FOR THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS.