Role Overview
The Director, Internal Audit and Risk Management is responsible for providing independent and objective assurance on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal controls, governance processes, and risk management to support the achievement of the organization’s strategic objectives. Appointment to the position shall be for a period of five (5) years, renewable once, subject to satisfactory performance and business needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide leadership to the Internal Audit and Risk Management staff.
- Provide secretarial services to the Board Audit Committee.
- Participate in the Board of Management meetings and offer advisory services.
- Participate in strategic matters relating to the Company’s strategic plan implementation.
- Provide a liaison role to the external auditors and independent consultants on the progress of audit activities.
- Ensure current practices in internal audit and risk management comply with best practices and technological advancements.
- Liaise with functional heads to ensure the implementation of audit recommendations and closure.
- Ensure proper methodologies, policies, and programs have been established to guide the internal audit on planning, execution, and timely reporting.
- Formulate and coordinate the implementation of internal audit and risk management strategies, policies, and plans.
- Provide assurance on the efficiency, effectiveness, and adequacy of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes.
- Provide feedback and advice on the effectiveness of risk mitigation processes.
- Monitor compliance with various laws, regulations, and procedures impacting the Company’s operations.
- Spearhead and coordinate integrity and ethics activities within the Company under the leadership and guidance of the Managing Director.
- Coach, mentor, and develop staff using relevant human resource tools.
- Prepare, implement, and monitor the Directorate budget.
- Implement procurement plans for the Directorate.
Requirements and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Accounting, Economics, ICT, Engineering, Finance or equivalent from a recognized institution. Master’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
- Professional Qualifications: Must be in possession of Certified Public Accountant (K) or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Chartered Certified Accountant (CCA), or Certified Management Accountant (CMA), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), or Certified Forensic Examiner (CFE).
- Professional Membership: A member of ICPAK, IIA, ACCA, ACFE, ICMA, or ISACA.
- Leadership Training: Certificate in Strategic Leadership Development Program from Kenya School of Government or its equivalent.
- Experience: A minimum of ten (10) years’ experience, five (5) years of which must be in senior management. Experience in Public Sector Management is required.
- Demonstrated high performance and leadership in previous roles.
Required Skills and Competencies
- Extensive knowledge of applying internal auditing and accounting principles/practices.
- Considerable knowledge of the Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and the IIA Code of Ethics.
- Knowledge of management information systems terminology, concepts, and practices.
- Knowledge of industry program policies, procedures, regulations, and laws.
- Skill in conducting quality control reviews of audit work products.
- Skill in collecting and analyzing complex data and drawing logical conclusions.
- Extensive skill in planning and project management while meeting deadlines.
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in business software (word processing, spreadsheets) for reporting and analysis.
How to Apply
All applications MUST be received by 11.59pm, Wednesday, 1st April 2026. This should be sent electronically, as no physical applications will be accepted. Interested and qualified candidates should apply online through the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company Limited (NCWSC) recruitment portal.
