Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) Job Vacancy Application Details

Key Responsibilities/ Duties / Tasks
Managerial /supervisory responsibilities

• Oversee the formulation, review and implementation of Finance,Records, Administration and ICT strategies, plans, policies andprocedures;
• Provide leadership in the operations of the Directorate;
• Provide guidance in the preparation and utilization of the Authority’sbudget;
• Spearhead the development and implementation of the Directorate’s annual workplan and procurement plan;
• Oversee compliance with all fiscal controls and statutory requirements in the Authority;
• Spearhead the design and implementation of internal controls in finance, accounts, ICT, records and administration.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, management accounts and expenditure reports;
• Oversee implementation of the ICT governance structure;
• Provide leadership in establishment of structures and systems for administration, records and asset management;
• Provide leadership, guidance, coaching and mentorship for the Directorate staff;
• Manage employee performance management and competency development plans in the Directorate.

Operational Responsibilities / Tasks

• Coordinate maintenance of records for the Authority;
• Coordinate preparation of management and statutory financial reports;
• Review and approve Directorate annual work and procurement plan;
• Coordinate implementation regulations, policies and procedures in the Directorate;
• Approve accounting transactions and bank instructions;
• Establish control systems and monitor compliance on Directorate operations;
• Coordinate management response to both internal and external audit queries;
• Provide advisory services on Directorate operations;
• Recommend allocation of system responsibilities and banking mandates;
• Provide secretariat services to the Board Finance and Administration Committee;
• Provide advice on Business services to the Management and the Board;
• Coordinate and chair the Directorate meetings;
• Review and approve Directorate reports;
• Mobilise resources for the Authority’s operations.
• Maintain custody of all logbooks and spare motor vehicle & motor cycle keys.
• Supervise and appraise direct reports.

Academic qualifications 

• Master’s degree in any of the following disciplines: – Business Administration, Financial Management or its equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Bachelor’s degree in any of the following disciplines:- Commerce, Business  Administration/Management, (Accounting/Finance option), or equivalent  qualification from a recognized institution
• Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies
• Certified Public Accountant Finalist offered by Kenya Accounts and Secretaries Examination Board (KASNEB) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Certificate in either Corporate Governance or Strategic Leadership Development Program lasting not less than three (3) weeks from a recognized institution
• Registered with ICPAK or any other relevant professional body
• Familiarity with PFM Act, 2012, PFM Regulations, 2015 and International Public Sector Accounting Standards
• Certificate in computer application skills