Jobs Vacancies at Nkumba University

The University is strengthening its management and administrative systems to enhance both policy initiation and implementation through recruitment of highly qualified and committed individuals. In a bid to attain this, the University invites applications from suitable qualified persons to fill the positions indicated.

a) INTERNAL AUDITOR
Reports to: Vice Chancellor

Purpose of job: The purpose of the Internal Audit is to provide independent objective assurance and advisory services designed to add value and improve the University’s operations. It helps the University to achieve its objectives by bringing systematic and disciplined approach to evaluate and improve the effectiveness of governance, risk management, control and accountability processes. It provides assurance services as to whether the University risk management control and Governance processes are designed and presented by management for effective and efficient realization of the University mandate.

Detailed Job description
Developing the scope for operation, information technologies, financial and security audit projects and develop appropriate audit steps necessary to promote effective audit coverage for the Vice Chancellor’s approval. Conducting management, information technologies, financial and security audit projects according to the yearly audit plans in all areas of the University. Analyzing operational and management processes and system controls’ effectiveness and efficiency in view to improve them. Providing assurance of proper operations and processes to conform to Nkumba University policies and procedures as laid down in the University Financial regulations. Participate in the development of new information systems to ensure that efficient and effective controls are incorporated, among others.

Experience and Professional Qualifications:
The Interested applicant should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting option), as well as a professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA and CIA; with at least 3 years relevant working experience in a reputable institution. Age: 35 years and above.

Other related skills
Working knowledge of international audit standards and procedures; Supervisory skills, Knowledge in report writing; Communication skills; Planning and organizational skills; Capacity to undertake multiple assignments; Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications, Proactive and highly motivated

Creativity, self confidence and flexibility, Team Player.

B) ASSISTANT AUDITOR

Reports to: Internal Auditor

Key duties and responsibilities:
To assist the Internal Audit in the performance of the following duties:

Initiate and maintain internal audit and control systems for effective utilization of Council resources. To support the development and maintenance of risk management strategy of the University. Assist in preparation of the periodic reports to the Audit Committee. Ensuring compliance to the financial, procurement, administrative and Human Resource policies and procedures. Conducting ad hoc and special internal audit of systems and financial transactions. Performing any other duties that may be assigned by the Internal Auditor and Management, among others.

Experience and Professional Qualifications:
Should be a holder of a Bachelors degree in Commerce or Business Administration (Accounting option), Should possess professional qualification such as ACCA, CPA and CIA, Should have at least 2 years relevant working experience in a reputable institution, Age: 30 years and above.

Other related skills
Working knowledge of international audit standards and procedures, Knowledge in report writing, Communication skills; Planning and organizational skills, Capacity to undertake multiple assignments;
Practical working knowledge of ICT and its applications.

Remuneration: for all posts is per standard of Nkumba University relevant scales and highly competitive and attractive.

How to apply:
Interested candidates should submit seven copies of applications with telephone numbers each duly signed together with detailed curriculum vitae, certificates, salary history, benefits packages and three sealed letters of reference to;

The University Secretary,
Nkumba University,
P.O. Box 273,
ENTEBBE.

OR, hand delivered at Nkumba University, Entebbe not later than 5.00 pm 12th November 2010.

Nkumba University is an equal opportunity employer. Note: Only short listed applicants will be contacted.