The position reports to the Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management and is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value by systematically monitoring and evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective internal audit, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance, and business continuity management frameworks to enable the organization to deliver its strategic objectives
- Plan, conduct, and manage internal audits to assess the adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
- Identify, assess manage and mitigate organizational risks
- Conduct special audits requested by Management and the Board of Directors
- Follow up with relevant staff to confirm implementation of audit recommendations, addressing identified gaps for effective risk mitigation
- Use resources; human, materials, and time optimally and effectively to achieve audit and risk management objectives
- Supervise and guide the internal audit and risk management team to ensure thorough and timely coverage of assignments.
- Manage performance of the internal audit and risk management team for operational efficiency and attainment of set objectives.
- Coordinate audit activities with external auditors by maintaining regular communication for and alignment with organizational activities and compliance with expectations
- Prepare audit and risk management reports for presentation to management and the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board for decision-making.
Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
- Master’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
- CPA (K) or equivalent
- A registered member of ICPAK
- Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors
- Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience with three (3) years in a managerial role
- Certified Internal Auditor,
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification,
- Proficiency in the use of ICT systems and experience in auditing USAID-funded programs are added advantages
If you fit this profile, kindly email your written application and CV to hr@meds.or.ke
By: 7th February 2025
(only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to)
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