Officer, Internal Audit at Diamond Trust Bank (DTB)

Job Description (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With over one hundred and thirty branches in Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, and Burundi, some of which are 24/7 digital branches, DTB is committed to enabling people to advance with confidence and success. The Bank’s heritage and values are articulated in its brand promise, Achieve More, and brought to life through an engaged diverse workforce.Job Purpose :TThe Officer, Internal Audit is a key member of the Internal Audit Team tasked with the responsibility of providing an objective appraisal of the financial and operational activities of the Bank and ascertaining that its systems of internal controls and processes are adequate, effective and efficient.Key Responsibilities :Under the direct supervision of the Head, Internal Audit or designate, the incumbent will be expected to, inter alia: – To conduct audit assignments of diverse operations of the Bank and its subsidiaries and issuing appropriate reports of findings to senior management and the Board Audit Committee (BAC).Examine and ensure that relevant Bank documents, records, procedures and systems are followed and comply with the established policies, procedures, regulatory requirements and authority limits.Review of accounting and operating policies, ascertaining their adequacy and compliance with set standards/ leading practices.Review Bank’s new or enhanced procedures, new products and initiative on their various operational and financial aspects, recommend appropriate actions and prepare sign off / value addition reports.Follow-up on due implementation of recommendations made to management by internal and external auditors and regulators and that the interest of the Bank is not compromised through any irregularities that may lead to financial loss.Ensuring BAC files are complete, accurate and prepared on a timely basis.Carry out other assignments that may be assigned by the Head of Internal Audit from time to time as appropriate. RequirementsAcademic : University degree in business-related field.Professional qualification in accounting such as CPAK, ACCA etc. Other professional certification will be an added advantage. Professional : At least 1 year audit experience with a global audit firm and/ or an internal audit department of a large organization, preferably a bank. Personal Competencies : Excellent planning, communication, problem-solving and reporting/ presentation skills.Ability to work in a team collaboratively, internally and externally.Has a strong work ethic and able to work under pressure with strict timelines