Internal Auditor Job in Embu, Kenya – JNNP

Summary: Internal Auditor at Jeremiah Nyaga National Polytechnic (JNNP), Embu. Focuses on internal financial controls, risk assessments, and compliance audits. Requires a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, CPA(K) or CIA certification, and 3+ years of relevant experience.

JNNP/IA/2026/2

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Planning and executing internal audit assignments in accordance with approved audit plans and professional standards;
  • Reviewing and evaluating the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance systems;

  • Auditing financial, procurement, stores, payroll, and operational systems to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies;
  • Preparing audit reports and making recommendations for improvement;
  • Monitoring implementation of audit recommendations and reporting on their status;
  • Conducting investigations on suspected cases of fraud, irregularities, and misuse of public resources;
  • Liaising with external auditors, oversight bodies, and management on audit matters; and
  • Performing any other duties as may be assigned by the supervisor in line with the mandate of the Polytechnic.
  • Any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time.

Requirements

For appointment to this position, a candidate must have:

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field from a recognized institution;
  • Professional qualification such as CPA (K), CIA, ACCA, or equivalent;
  • Registration with ICPAK in good standing
  • Relevant experience in internal auditing, preferably in a public sector institution;
  • Demonstrated knowledge of public sector financial management, risk management, and audit standards;
  • High level of integrity and analytical skills.
  • Any other duty that may be assigned to you from time to time.

How to Apply

Hard copies of the application letter, Application Form, CV, Professional Certificates and other testimonials should be sent or hand delivered to the Polytechnic on or before Wednesday 26th August, 2026 by 5:00 pm and addressed to:

Application forms can be downloaded from our website: www.jnnp.ac.ke

The Chief Principal/Council Secretary
Jeremiah Nyaga National Polytechnic
РО ВОХ 1264 –60100
EMBU

Please note that:

  • Jeremiah Nyaga National Polytechnic is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with disabilities, youth and persons from marginalized groups and minority communities who meet the requirement of the advertised jobs are encouraged to apply.
  • Shortlisted candidates shall be required to produce Originals of their National ID, academic and professional certificates and transcripts during interviews.
  • It is a criminal offence for any applicant to provide false information and document in the job application.
  • Canvassing will lead to automatic disqualification.
  • Successful candidates will be required to provide clearances forms from KRA, DCI (Police Clearance), EACC, HELB and CRB.
  • Only shortlisted candidates will contacted.