Assistant Manager, Internal Audit

About the role

JKUAT Enterprises Ltd (JKUATES), a state corporation fully owned by JKUAT, is recruiting an Assistant Manager, Internal Audit (Grade 4, full-time) for a client in the financial sector. The role sits within the Audit and Risk Management function and covers audit planning, reporting, investigations and staff evaluation.

Key responsibilities

• Take part in developing audit strategies, policies and procedures and evaluate the progress and effectiveness of action taken on audit recommendations from internal and external audits.
• Assist in preparing quarterly audit reports for the Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board and contribute to the risk-based annual audit plan.
• Prepare audit reports for each engagement and help manage implementation of recommended actions.
• Carry out special audits and investigations.
• Evaluate the performance of department staff to assess efficiency and effectiveness.
• Contribute to the department's annual budget and monitor its implementation.

Required profile

• Minimum of eight years of relevant work experience, four of them at a supervisory level.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration (Finance and Accounting option) or a related field from a recognised university, or a Master's degree in the same fields.
• Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA K) or equivalent qualification, and membership of ICPAK in good standing.
• Proficiency in computer applications, merit shown through work performance, and compliance with Chapter Six of the Constitution.

Required skills

• Strong communication, reporting, analytical and numerical skills.
• Organisation, interpersonal, mentoring, coaching and leadership skills.
• Professionalism, ethics and integrity, and the ability to work under pressure, prioritise and multi-task.

To apply, use the e-recruitment platform on the company's careers site and upload a signed application letter, a detailed CV, copies of academic and professional certificates and a national identity card. Applications close on 3 November 2026; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.