Audit Officer I

About the role

The National Transport and Safety Authority (NTSA) is hiring an Audit Officer I for a full-time, on-site position in Nairobi. The postholder works under the direct guidance, supervision and training of a senior officer and supports the implementation of the Authority's internal audit activities and processes.

Key responsibilities

• Implement fraud investigation and anti-corruption policies, guidelines, strategies and plans
• Collect and collate data on financial records, systems and processes
• Carry out audit checks, identify accounting errors and undertake spot-checks and cash surveys
• Undertake audit investigations and assess actual expenditure against budget allocations, reporting variances
• Follow up on the implementation of recommendations made in audit reports
• Perform information systems audits and audits on compliance with statutory provisions and internal regulations
• Develop scripts for mining and analysing data for routine internal audit activities
• Prepare documents and take minutes of the Risk and Audit Committee, and prepare internal audit reports

Required profile

• At least three years of relevant work experience at the grade of Internal Auditor II or in a comparable position
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics, Business Administration, Business Management or an equivalent qualification from a recognised and accredited institution
• Certificate in Part II of the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Part II of the CPA examination, Part II of the ACCA or an equivalent qualification
• Merit and ability shown through work performance and results

To apply, submit a completed CV, copies of relevant certificates, testimonials and the National ID, addressed to the Director General, by 5.00 p.m. on 1 December 2026.