Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop

THE INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA

(established under the Accountant Act, Laws of Kenya)

Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop

Date: 25th – 26th October 2018

Venue: Hilton Hotel, Nairobi

TIME: 9am to 4pm

Overview

Devolution remains a key anchor of bringing development closer to the citizens. As devolved units move to the second term, citizens, formidable expectations about financial prudence are yet to be met. Hope therefore lies in the design of the accountability structures that will ensure social equity, service delivery and citizen engagement to deliver on every shilling spent from the tax payers’ money. It is in this light that ICPAK has organized the conference with focusing on:

• Governments Budget Cycle ; The role of public participation.
• Financial Reporting in Ministries, MDAS, State Agencies & Parastatals
• Funding County Development: Is it Sufficient? (Recurrent vs Development Expenditure)
• The National debt paradox and pending bills challenge in county governments.
• Performance Management for County Governments
• Public Entities  FiRe Award: Major Areas of Non-Compliance and Way Forward

1.0 About the Workshop

This is an ICPAK’s Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop

2.0 About Nairobi-The Events Venue. (City Information for International Delegates)

Nairobi is considered one of the most prominent cities in Africa, housing many multinational companies and organizations. It is a financial hub. It has very unique tourist attractions that you may want to enjoy after your training: These include: The Nairobi National Park, Animal Orphanage, Bomas of Kenya, Karen Blixen Museum, The Uhuru Park, Nairobi Railway Museum, Jamia Mosque, Uhuru Gardens, Snake Park Nairobi, Jeevanjee Gardens, Oloolua Nature Trail, Ngong Forest, The Judiciary Museum, The Giraffe Center, Paradise Lost, Karura Forest, Africa’s Largest Slum – Kibera and the Maasai Market.

3.0 Continuous Professional Development Units (CPD Units)

Members of ICPAK and reciprocating professional bodies will be awarded 14 CPD Units upon successfully attending all workshop sessions

4.0 Target Audience:

Accountants, Chief Finance Officers, County Directors of Finance, Public sector accountants & auditors, County Heads of Internal Audit, Academia, IPSAS experts, Members of County Assemblies, Auditors, Professionals in the Counties, Practitioners, Professionals working in County Governments, Academia, Public sector officials and professionals interested in county governments.

5.0 Financial Commitment

The workshop charges for The Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop as follows:

Charges for Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop which cover workshop fees, materials, meals, meals and e-certificates of attendance

6.0 Workshop Travel and Accommodation Information (VERY IMPORTANT)

International and local delegates who will attend the event are advised to make their own preferred travel and accommodation arrangements to the event in advance- this is at delegates own cost

Delegates from other nationalities who want to attend are requested to check with their Kenyan Embassy/ High Commission for their travel requirements. We will assist with letters of invitation or any other confirmations that may be needed to facilitate issuance of VISAs

7.0 Special Needs

If you have special dietary or religious requirements, or should you need any particular assistance kindly refer to the event coordinator on emma.opiyo@icpak.com

8.0 Dress Code

The workshop dress code is Business Formal/ Business Professional

9.0 Online Booking

We call on Seminar participants to note that booking for the Financial Reporting for County Governments & other Public-Sector Entities Workshop is available only online at www.icpak.com/events and will close on the 8^th August 2018 at 1700 hrs.  Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for events is mandatory.   This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events  or on the ICPAK Live –  A smart phone based application that is available from google store.

10.0 National Industrial Training Authority (NITA) Reimbursement

The Institute is registered as a trainer with National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke).

 11.0 Sponsorship’s, Partnership Opportunities & Additional Information

This workshop presents a unique opportunity for brand positioning and communication that will enjoy optimal visibility before potential targeted customers. Armed with significant purchasing power and decision-making authority, the audience are a key target group for businesses. Sponsorship opportunities range from item sponsorship’s, exhibitions, advertising and sub-event sponsorship within the major event

The seminar intends to attract over 100 participants drawn from both the public and private sectors presenting a rare chance for exhibitors and sponsors. Those interested in sponsoring the event can reach us through raphael.nguli@icpak.com

Further requests can be channelled to us via telephone calls on +254 733 856 262/ 727 531006 or via email to memberservices@icpak.com or emma.opiyo@icpak.com . We encourage members to regularly visit our website www.icpak.com for updates.