Requirement for Appointment
Hold a degree from a recognized University in Kenya in Accounting or Finance
Membership to ICPAK and in Good Standing
Has a distinguished career of over 5 years' post qualification professional experience in the Public Sector
Be a citizen of Kenya
Should possess strong interpersonal skills
Have a good understanding of the County Assembly operations, Financial Management and reporting or Auditing
Have a good understanding of the objects, principles and functions of the County Assembly
Meet the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010
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 and make appropriate recommendations to the County Assembly regarding internal control and audit matters
Follow up on the implementation of the 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 accord with the legal constitutional and policy requirement
Provide clarification to members on the audit committee's responsibilities