Background information about the job or company (e.g., role context, company overview)

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) was established through an Act of Parliament published in November 2011 to provide for civilian oversight over the work of the police in Kenya. The inaugural Board was sworn into office in June 2012. Vision: A robust civilian accountability mechanism that promotes public trust and confidence in the National Police Service. Mission: To conduct impartial and independent investigations, inspections, audits and monitoring of the National Police Service to prevent impunity and enhance professionalism in the interest of the public

Responsibilities or duties

Responsible for coordinating development, implementation and/or review of accounting policies, procedures and internal controls for efficient and effective Management of Authority funds.

Qualifications or requirements (e.g., education, skills)

For appointment to this grade, an officer must have the following job competencies (Skills, Knowledge, Experience and Attributes):

• Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines: - Commerce (Accounting/ Finance option); Business Administration (Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution; Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution;
• Membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK);
• Proficiency in Computer Applications with a bias in computerized accounting packages; and

Experience needed

• Cumulative service period of nine (9) years, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Senior Accountant at IPOA 7

Any other provided details (e.g., benefits, work environment, team info, or additional notes)

• Shown merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

• Coordinating development, implementation and/or review of accounting policies, procedures and internal controls for efficient and effective Management of Authority funds.

• Proficiency in Computer Applications with a bias in computerized accounting packages

• Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce (Accounting/ Finance option); Business Administration (Accounting option) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution
• Management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution
• Membership with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)