South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU) is seeking an Assistant Internal Auditor to support its Internal Audit department. The role involves implementing internal audit policies, conducting risk investigations, and ensuring robust internal controls within the University. The successful candidate will work under professional standards that govern auditing to detect risks and recommend corrective actions.
Responsibilities
Implementing internal audit policies and programs in accordance with professional standards.
Conducting investigations to ensure all associated risks are detected in time.
Implementing an annual risk-based internal audit plan for review and approval by the Audit, Governance, and Risk Management Committee.
Preparing and documenting work plans, testing results, conclusions, and recommendations.
Following up on the implementation of audit findings and corrective actions.
Collecting and compiling audit evidence reports from other departments for onward transmission.
Reviewing internal controls in the University through audit reviews and queries and communicating weaknesses to the departmental head.
Qualifications and Requirements
Must be a holder of a Bachelor of Commerce Degree, Accounting option or its equivalent from an accredited and recognized university.
Must be computer literate with a detailed understanding of ERP and accounting packages.
Satisfy the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya on Leadership and Integrity upon successful appointment.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES of the application letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic & Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials to the address below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the envelope.
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor,Corporate ServicesSouth Eastern Kenya UniversityP.O. BOX 170-90200,KITUI.
A MANDATORY electronically scanned copy of the application in PDF format (as one running document) must also be sent to recruitment04@seku.ac.ke by Friday, 6th March, 2026.
Note: INDICATE THE JOB APPLIED FOR ON THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should send THREE (3) HARD COPIES of their application letter, Curriculum Vitae (giving details of educational and professional qualifications, age, detailed work experience, present post and salary, applicant’s telephone number and e-mail address), Academic & Professional certificates and other relevant testimonials to the address below, quoting clearly the relevant reference number on the envelope:
The Deputy Vice-Chancellor,Corporate ServicesSouth Eastern Kenya UniversityP.O. BOX 170-90200,KITUI.
Additionally, a MANDATORY electronically scanned copy of the application in PDF format (as one running document) must be sent to recruitment04@seku.ac.ke by Friday, 6th March, 2026. Please INDICATE THE JOB APPLIED FOR ON THE SUBJECT OF THE EMAIL.
