Auditor - Jobs In Kenya Today

Auditor - Jobs In Kenya Today

Qualifications and Competencies

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or another relevant discipline.

• A recognized professional certification in Internal Audit, Risk Management, Information Systems Audit, Fraud Examination, or Accounting, such as CIA, CRMA, CISA, CFE, CPA, ACCA, or an equivalent qualification.

• A minimum of ten years of progressive professional experience leading and executing complex internal audit assignments, including information technology audits, preferably within an international or similarly complex organization.

• Relevant experience in areas such as enterprise risk management, internal controls, governance, assurance, risk evaluation, or information technology may be considered as an alternative to direct audit experience.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing teams.

• Experience in developing and implementing audit methodologies, processes, and procedures aligned with the standards established by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA).

• Comprehensive understanding of internationally recognized auditing standards and frameworks related to governance, risk management, and internal control systems.

• Practical experience using electronic audit management systems and digital audit working-paper tools.

• Strong professional judgment, relationship-management skills, and the ability to build credibility while effectively engaging with stakeholders on sensitive, complex, or challenging matters.

• Proven capability to conduct diverse audit engagements and provide assurance services across multiple functions and stakeholder groups.

• Ability to manage competing priorities, work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and handle multiple assignments simultaneously.

• Demonstrated commitment to the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, integrity, and respect, while fostering an inclusive, collaborative, and diverse work environment.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear reports and deliver presentations confidently and effectively in English.

• Proficiency in French will be considered an added advantage.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified? Go to International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI) on www.ilri.org to apply