AUDIT ASSOCIATE II: GRADE OAG 8
2025-10-06T05:57:02+00:00
The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG)
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FULL_TIME
Nairobi
Nairobi
00100
Kenya
Finance
Accounting & Finance
2025-10-15T17:00:00+00:00
Kenya
8
Purposes of the Job
This is the entry and training grade for the Audit staff. The position is responsible for
the execution of audit functions assigned and assists in the delivery of timely
documentation of audit findings to management for review. The successful candidates
will be posted to any of the OAG Regional offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kliffi,
Kisumu, Nakuru, Kericho, Eldoret, Kitale, Garissa, Machakos, Kakamega, Embu,
Nyeri, Isiolo and Homabay or Corporate Services Department - in Finance, Supply
Chain Management or ICT.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting audit assignments and assurance in the auditee institutions
i.e. Ministries, Departments, Agencies, State Corporations and Counties according
to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal
controls and authorities;
- Assist in collecting data on information systems and processes of the auditee
institution to be used in the validation of financial documents;
- Obtain in-depth understanding of each function of entities being audited, and assist
in assessing risks during the audit process;
- Assist in developing and presenting audit reports;
- Assist in the preparation of documents i.e., working papers, planning
memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the
quality standards of the audit process.
Requirements for Appointment
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or
other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance,
Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business
Administration, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines from a recognized
institution;
- Demonstrate IT proficiency including Software Engineering, Data analytics and
programming;
- CPA Part II or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Core Competences
- Integrity - Uphold a high standard of fairness, objectivity and ethics in everyday
work and actions to ensure trust. Commit to do the right thing for the right reason,
regardless of the circumstances.
- Quality Focused - Be thorough and focused on delivering quality and value with
regards to audit services and products in the Office.
- Teamwork - Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve
problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within OAG.
- Information and Data Gathering - Ability to determine which method, or
combination of methods, should be used to gather information. Ability to conduct
interviews, inspections, review documents, make observations, conduct analytical
reviews and corroborate to collect information during audit.
- Effective Communication - Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and
efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and
techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one
situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the others
and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
- Computer Literacy Skills - Ability to understand computer concepts and use
computers, computer programs, applications and technology efficiently within the
Office.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in conducting audit assignments and assurance in the auditee institutions
i.e. Ministries, Departments, Agencies, State Corporations and Counties according
to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal
controls and authorities;
Assist in collecting data on information systems and processes of the auditee
institution to be used in the validation of financial documents;
Obtain in-depth understanding of each function of entities being audited, and assist
in assessing risks during the audit process;
Assist in developing and presenting audit reports;
Assist in the preparation of documents i.e., working papers, planning
memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the
quality standards of the audit process.
Integrity - Uphold a high standard of fairness, objectivity and ethics in everyday
work and actions to ensure trust. Commit to do the right thing for the right reason,
regardless of the circumstances.
Quality Focused - Be thorough and focused on delivering quality and value with
regards to audit services and products in the Office.
Teamwork - Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve
problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within OAG.
Information and Data Gathering - Ability to determine which method, or
combination of methods, should be used to gather information. Ability to conduct
interviews, inspections, review documents, make observations, conduct analytical
reviews and corroborate to collect information during audit.
Effective Communication - Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and
efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and
techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one
situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the others
and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
Computer Literacy Skills - Ability to understand computer concepts and use
computers, computer programs, applications and technology efficiently within the
Office.
A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or
other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance,
Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business
Administration, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines from a recognized
institution;
Demonstrate IT proficiency including Software Engineering, Data analytics and
programming;
CPA Part II or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
JOB-68e35a2eb2238
Vacancy title:
AUDIT ASSOCIATE II: GRADE OAG 8
[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Finance, Category: Accounting & Finance]
Jobs at:
The Office of the Auditor-General (OAG)
Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, October 15 2025
Duty Station:
Nairobi | Nairobi | Kenya
Summary
Date Posted: Monday, October 6 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed
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JOB DETAILS:
Purposes of the Job
This is the entry and training grade for the Audit staff. The position is responsible for
the execution of audit functions assigned and assists in the delivery of timely
documentation of audit findings to management for review. The successful candidates
will be posted to any of the OAG Regional offices located in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kliffi,
Kisumu, Nakuru, Kericho, Eldoret, Kitale, Garissa, Machakos, Kakamega, Embu,
Nyeri, Isiolo and Homabay or Corporate Services Department - in Finance, Supply
Chain Management or ICT.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting audit assignments and assurance in the auditee institutions
i.e. Ministries, Departments, Agencies, State Corporations and Counties according
to the prescribed scope within the audit process to ensure compliance with internal
controls and authorities;
- Assist in collecting data on information systems and processes of the auditee
institution to be used in the validation of financial documents;
- Obtain in-depth understanding of each function of entities being audited, and assist
in assessing risks during the audit process;
- Assist in developing and presenting audit reports;
- Assist in the preparation of documents i.e., working papers, planning
memorandums and audit reports as required by management in line with the
quality standards of the audit process.
Requirements for Appointment
- A Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized University preferably in Social Sciences or
other fields relevant to the audit function such as Auditing, Accounting, Finance,
Economics, Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Law, Business
Administration, Engineering, or other relevant disciplines from a recognized
institution;
- Demonstrate IT proficiency including Software Engineering, Data analytics and
programming;
- CPA Part II or its equivalent will be an added advantage.
Core Competences
- Integrity - Uphold a high standard of fairness, objectivity and ethics in everyday
work and actions to ensure trust. Commit to do the right thing for the right reason,
regardless of the circumstances.
- Quality Focused - Be thorough and focused on delivering quality and value with
regards to audit services and products in the Office.
- Teamwork - Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve
problems, and make decisions that enhance effectiveness within OAG.
- Information and Data Gathering - Ability to determine which method, or
combination of methods, should be used to gather information. Ability to conduct
interviews, inspections, review documents, make observations, conduct analytical
reviews and corroborate to collect information during audit.
- Effective Communication - Speak, listen, and write in a clear, thorough, and
efficient manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and
techniques. Speak eloquently and engagingly in meetings, in one-on-one
situations as well as in small and large groups. Listen, be receptive to the others
and adapt to the situation. Adjust the message to the recipient.
- Computer Literacy Skills - Ability to understand computer concepts and use
computers, computer programs, applications and technology efficiently within the
Office.
Work Hours: 8
Experience in Months: 60
Level of Education: bachelor degree
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