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Benson Kariuki

Nairobi

Summary

A performance auditing and quality assurance professional adept in policy, economy, efficiency, effectiveness and service delivery evaluations. Works as an independent consultant having left employment recently.

Also a part-time online publisher. Occasionally uses Artificial Intelligence (AI) to generate business-to-business (B2B), e-commerce and blogging ideas and content. Desires to learn and practice how Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be used to support and enrich everyday economic and social activities.

A detail-oriented, team-player with good organizational and communication skills and keen to work within set parameters. Well-acquainted with multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural working environments.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Web Design & Content Publishing

Self Employed Web
06.2024 - Current

Web design, content creation and online marketing activities:

  • Develop creative assets that reinforce clients' branding strategies and enhance their online presence daily.
  • Analyze website analytics data to identify areas for improvement, leading to more effective design decisions
  • Implement responsive designs for various devices.
  • Design or fabricate E-commerce or blogging websites on platforms such as WordPress and Shopify
  • Publish websites and content on specific niches, for example; travel, food and home niches.
  • Apply Artificial Intelligence tools to generate web content.
  • Execute advertised and organic online marketing campaigns through various social media platforms.

Programme and project management consulting and evaluation in the public sector.

Staff training and presentations as an independent consultant.

Communicate effectively with audited entity management, audit teams and senior Office of the Auditor-General management on audits and other relevant issues.

Director of Audit -Quality Assurance

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.2020 - 05.2024
  • Lead the review of the quality of operational systems and 2500 audit reports each year.
  • Develop audit quality control and assurance tools
  • Develop high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, training and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhance team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Establish a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivate a positive work environment that fosters employee engagement, increases retention rates, and boosts overall team morale.
  • Develop high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Deputy Director- Performance Auditing

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.2009 - 12.2019
  • Lead establishment of Performance Auditing function in Office.
  • Train 250 staff on performance auditing.
  • Develop performance auditing tools and write and review audit reports.
  • Foster a positive work environment by promoting collaboration, transparency, and open communication among team members.
  • Develop strategic plans to achieve organisational goals aligned with the office's mission and vision.
  • Oversee project management efforts, ensuring timely completion of projects within allocated budgets and scope.
  • Monitor performance metrics, analyze trends to identify areas requiring attention or improvement.

Principal Auditor

Office of the Auditor-General
01.1999 - 12.2008

Carry out the audit roles and responsibilities in the Education and Tax Revenue sectors:

  • Lead audit teams in audit assignments.
  • Carry out audits, document audit findings and recommend corrective action as necessary.
  • Maintain confidentiality, handling sensitive information discreetly.
  • Comply with regulatory requirements and professional standards while performing audits.
  • Streamline audit processes, improve efficiency and reduce time spent on each audit engagement.

Senior Auditor

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.1994 - 03.1998
  • Prepare and present documentation on audit findings, facilitating swift corrective action for one audit client.
  • Maintain confidentiality, and handle sensitive information discreetly throughout all stages of audit process.
  • Comply with regulatory requirements and adhere to professional standards and national regulations.
  • Streamline audit processes, improving efficiency and reducing time spent on each audit engagement.
  • Lead Audit Team in audit assignments

Audit Assistant

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.1989 - 03.1994
  • Examine assigned audited entity ledgers and operations to confirm their accuracy and regularity.
  • Support senior auditors to prepare audit reports.
  • Conduct audits following auditing standards, regulations and procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with audited entity staff, audit team members and senior auditors.

Education

Diploma in Software Processing & Systems Analysis -

Institute of Computer Studies
New Delhi, India
07.1988

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) - Business And Finance

Panjab University
Chandigarh, India
04.1987

Skills

  • Performance Auditing
  • Quality Assurance
  • Client Communication
  • Branding and Identity
  • Computer Programming
  • Copywriting and editing
  • Report writing
  • B2B content writing
  • Responsive web design and E-commerce website customizations
  • Intercultural and client communication
  • Blogging, Social media marketing and Search Engine Optimization techniques
  • Use of artificial intelligence tools to generate web content

Accomplishments

  • She led the establishment of performance auditing in Kenya's public sector for improved oversight and governance.
  • Built effective audit and audit quality assurance tools and processes.
  • Trained public sector staff in Kenya and many African countries in performance auditing and quality assurance.
  • Led award-winning audit teams.
  • Led investigative audits on issues of significant national importance
  • Built websites for e-commerce and content to market tourism and hospitality in Kenya

Affiliations

  • Member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants (CPA) of Kenya
  • International Fellow- Canadian Comprehensive Auditing Foundation (CCAF)

Hobbies

Reading ,travelling and crafting 

Languages

Kikuyu,
Native language
Swahili
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2

Certification

1. Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

2. Certified Public Accountant of Kenya(CPA-K)

3. Post-Graduate Diploma in Auditing - Canadian Comprehensive Auditing Foundation (CCAF).

4. Diploma in Performance Auditing - African Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions-English Speaking (AFROSAI-E).

5. International Certificate in Auditing -National Audit Office of the United Kingdom.

6. Certified Trainer- Kenya School of Government.

7. Certified Trainer - African Organization of Supreme

Audit Institutions -English Speaking (AFROSAI-E).


Timeline

Web Design & Content Publishing

Self Employed Web
06.2024 - Current

Director of Audit -Quality Assurance

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.2020 - 05.2024

Deputy Director- Performance Auditing

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.2009 - 12.2019

Principal Auditor

Office of the Auditor-General
01.1999 - 12.2008

Senior Auditor

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.1994 - 03.1998

Audit Assistant

Office of the Auditor-General of Kenya
01.1989 - 03.1994

Diploma in Software Processing & Systems Analysis -

Institute of Computer Studies

Bachelor of Commerce (Finance) - Business And Finance

Panjab University

1. Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)

2. Certified Public Accountant of Kenya(CPA-K)

3. Post-Graduate Diploma in Auditing - Canadian Comprehensive Auditing Foundation (CCAF).

4. Diploma in Performance Auditing - African Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions-English Speaking (AFROSAI-E).

5. International Certificate in Auditing -National Audit Office of the United Kingdom.

6. Certified Trainer- Kenya School of Government.

7. Certified Trainer - African Organization of Supreme

Audit Institutions -English Speaking (AFROSAI-E).


Benson Kariuki