Principal Internal Audit & Risk Management Officer leads internal audit and risk management operations, requires a relevant business/finance degree, ICPAK membership in good standing, and 9+ years experience (including 3+ at a senior audit level). Full-time role in Nairobi.
Job purpose
To
provide independent and objective assurance and advisory services on the e
ectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control systems, with a
view to enhancing accountability, operational e ciency, regulatory compliance,
and achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives.
Responsibilities
Implementing
fraud investigation and anti corruption policies, guidelines, strategies and
plans;
Analyzing
data in financial records, systems and processes;
Undertaking
comprehensive audits at the Authority;
Stocktaking
and undertaking risk assessment, corruption risk assessment and anti corruption
awareness activities;
Reviewing
internal controls in the Authority;
Evaluating
the adequacy of system controls and recommending improvements;
Carrying
out audit checks and identifying any accounting errors;
Undertaking
spot-checks and cash survey;
Undertaking
audit investigations;
Carrying
out audit, follow up on implementation of recommendations on audit reports;
Assessing
compliance with internal policies, tax regulations and other statutory
guidelines;
Implementing
Quality Assurance and Improvement Programme (QAIP);
Consolidating
primary audit reports/queries in Authority’s financial statements;
Carrying
out compliance tests; and
Monitoring
and evaluating audit reports.
Qualifications
For appointment to this grade,
one must have;
Served
for cumulative period of nine (9) years relevant work experience, three (3) of
which must have been at the grade of Senior Internal Audit & Risk
management O cer or in a comparable position;
Bachelors
degree in any of the following disciplines; Accounting, Finance, Commerce,
Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or it’s equivalent from
a recognized institution;
Membership
to Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant
professional body in good standing;
Management
course certificate lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognised
institution;
Proficiency
in computer applications; and
Show
merit and ability as reflected in work performance results.
Key competencies and skills
Expertise
in risk assessment, internal control evaluation, and execution of audits in
line with professional standards;
Strong
capability in audit planning, testing, analysis, documentation, and reporting
to support effective assurance outcomes;
Sound
knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and governance frameworks, supported by
proficiency in audit tools and technology;
Demonstrated
objectivity, integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to ethical standards;
Excellent
communication, stakeholder engagement, and interpersonal skills, with the
ability to influence and collaborate e ectively across all levels;
Strong
organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to
detail and the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines;and
Ability
to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic environments,
demonstrating adaptability, sound judgment, and resilience under pressure.
