Tourism Fund (TF) is a State Corporation established under the Tourism Act, 2011 which came into operation on 1st September, 2012 vide special issue Kenya Gazette Supplement No. 93 of 24th August, 2012.Job Specifications Formulating and coordinating implementation of internal audit policies, strategies and plans. Developing internal audit manuals, charters and operational guidelines. Conducting special audits and investigations. Supporting secretariat services to the Audit Committee. Providing assurance on risk management, control and governance processes. Maintaining a register of Fund resolutions and tracking implementation. Developing strategic, annual and risk-based internal audit work plans. Preparing and managing departmental budgets. Reviewing budget management systems for compliance with approved estimates. Evaluating effectiveness of financial and non-financial performance systems. Reviewing accuracy and reliability of financial records and reports. Validating assets and maintaining accurate asset registers. Participating in year-end verification of budget items. Reviewing annual financial reports before submission to the Auditor General. Undertaking periodic legal audits jointly with the Legal Department. Reviewing governance structures and assessing their effectiveness. Ensuring compliance with laws, regulations, guidelines and circulars. Monitoring implementation of audit recommendations and corrective actions. Undertaking risk mitigation within the audit function. Person Specifications Minimum of twelve (12) years relevant work experience, with at least four (4) years at Principal Officer level or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Commerce (Finance/Accounting), Business Administration (Finance/Accounting), or equivalent. Master’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or equivalent. Membership to a professional body such as ICPAK, IIA, CIA, CISA or equivalent, in good standing. Management course certificate lasting at least four (4) weeks. Proficiency in computer applications. Skills and Competencies Leadership skills Strategic and innovative thinking Interpersonal relationship skills Strong analytical skills Negotiation skills Report writing skills Problem solving skills Communication skills Application and Appointment Requirements Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications, clearly indicating their current remuneration, accompanied by a detailed curriculum vitae, copies of professional certificates, and relevant testimonials. Candidates who are successful will, prior to issuance of an offer of employment, be required to provide the following valid clearance documents: Certificate of Good Conduct Clearance from the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) Higher Education Loans Board (HELB) Clearance Certificate Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Tax Compliance Certificate Clearance from a recognized Credit Reference Bureau Appointments to this grade shall be made on permanent and pensionable terms.