Financial Services

Senior Internal Audit & Risk Management Officer

Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA)·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Contract
Financial ServicesFull TimeContract
-Closes Nov 10, 2026

Job purpose

  • To provide independent and objective assurance and advisory services on the e ectiveness of governance, risk management, and internal control systems, with a view to enhancing accountability, operational effciency, regulatory compliance, and achievement of the organization's strategic objectives.

Job Description

  • Implementing fraud investigation and anti- corruption policies, strategies, guidelines and plans;
  • Analyzing data for preparing annual internal audit plan;
  • Performing information processed and system audits;
  • Carrying out audit checks and identifying any accounting errors;
  • Examining vouchers, cashbooks, ledgers confirming the propriety abd accuracy of the transactions;
  • Undertaking spot-checks and cash surveys;
  • Auditing annual accounts;
  • Undertaking spot checks and cash surveys;
  • Auditing annual accounts;
  • Undertaking audit investigations;
  • Carrying out audit inspections of the Authority's records;
  • Undertaking audits on compliance of statutory provisions and internal regulations;
  • Preparing documents and taking minutes of the Risk and Audit Committee of the Authority; and
  • Preparing Internal Audit reports.

Job Specifications

  • For appointment to this grade, one must have;
  • Served for a cumulative period of six (6) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been at the grade of Internal Audit & Risk management Officer I or in a comparable position;
  • Bachelors degree in any of the following disciplines; Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics,
  • Business Administration, Business Management or it's equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
  • Membership to Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or relevant professional body in good standing;
  • Proficiency in computer applications; and
  • Shown merit and ability as reflected in performance and results.

Key competencies and skills

  • Expertise in risk assessment, internal control evaluation, and execution of audits in line with professional standards;
  • Strong capability in audit planning, testing, analysis, documentation, and reporting to support effeective assurance outcomes;
  • Sound knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and governance frameworks, supported by proficiency in audit tools and technology;
  • Demonstrated objectivity, integrity, confidentiality, and adherence to ethical standards;
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to
  • influence and collaborate e ectively across all levels;
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines; and
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in dynamic environments, demonstrating adaptability, sound judgment, and resilience under pressure.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate

At a glance

Company

Unclaimed Financial Assets Authority (UFAA)

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

November 10, 2026

Created

October 27, 2026