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Head of Internal Audit

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

Experience

12 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Finance / Accounting / Audit

Job Description

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit strategy and annual audit plan aligned to business priorities.

Provide independent assurance to the Board Audit Committee on governance and control effectiveness.

Advise leadership on emerging risks, control gaps, and best practices.

Drive modernization of the audit function, including data-driven and technology-enabled auditing.

Audit Execution & Assurance

Oversee execution of the approved audit plan, ensuring quality and timeliness.

Lead audits across financial, operational, and IT environments.

Conduct investigations and special audits as required.

Recommend practical improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.

Stakeholder Management & Reporting

Present audit findings and insights to the Managing Director and Board Audit Committee.

Prepare periodic reports highlighting key risks and recommendations.

Build strong relationships with regulators, external auditors, and internal stakeholders.

Safeguard the independence and integrity of the audit function.

Team Leadership & Development

Lead and develop a high-performing internal audit team.

Drive recruitment, capability building, and performance management.

Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

100% delivery of the annual audit plan

≥90% implementation of audit recommendations

Audit Committee and Management satisfaction levels

Delivery of cost savings/efficiencies (target: KES 10M)

Execution of strategic and special audit engagements

Continuous team capability development

Requirements

Key Competencies:

Strategic thinking and business acumen

Strong leadership and people management skills

Executive-level stakeholder engagement and influence

Deep expertise in risk, governance, and internal controls

Analytical and problem-solving capability

Resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Strategy, or related field is an added advantage.

Professional certifications: CPAK, CIA, CISA (mandatory)

Minimum 12 years’ experience in audit within the financial services sector

Proven leadership experience in a senior audit role

Membership with ICPAK and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

• Develop and implement a risk-based internal audit strategy and annual audit plan aligned to business priorities.
• Provide independent assurance to the Board Audit Committee on governance and control effectiveness.
• Advise leadership on emerging risks, control gaps, and best practices.
• Drive modernization of the audit function, including data-driven and technology-enabled auditing.
• Oversee execution of the approved audit plan, ensuring quality and timeliness.
• Lead audits across financial, operational, and IT environments.
• Conduct investigations and special audits as required.
• Recommend practical improvements to strengthen controls and efficiency.
• Present audit findings and insights to the Managing Director and Board Audit Committee.
• Prepare periodic reports highlighting key risks and recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with regulators, external auditors, and internal stakeholders.
• Safeguard the independence and integrity of the audit function.
• Lead and develop a high-performing internal audit team.
• Drive recruitment, capability building, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Executive-level stakeholder engagement and influence
• Deep expertise in risk, governance, and internal controls
• Analytical and problem-solving capability
• Resilience and adaptability in dynamic environments

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance
• Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Strategy, or related field is an added advantage.
• Professional certifications: CPAK, CIA, CISA (mandatory)
• Proven leadership experience in a senior audit role
• Membership with ICPAK and Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)