Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a registered trust of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK) with the mandate to provide reliable, quality and affordable essential drugs, medical supplies, training and other pharmaceutical services.
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Internal Audit & Risk Manager
- Job TypeFull Time
- QualificationBA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
- Experience7 years
- LocationNairobi
- Job FieldFinance / Accounting / Audit 
The position reports to the Head of Internal Audit and Risk Management and is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services designed to add value by systematically monitoring and evaluating effectiveness of internal controls, risk management and governance processes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement effective internal audit, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance and business continuity management frameworks to enable the organization deliver its strategic objectives
- Plan, conduct and manage internal audits to assess adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
- Identify, assess manage and mitigate organizational risks
- Conduct special audits requested by Management and Board of Directors
- Follow up with relevant staff to confirm implementation of audit recommendations, addressing identified gaps for effective risk mitigation
- Use resources; human, materials and time optimally and effectively to achieve audit and risk management objectives
- Supervise and guide internal audit and risk management team to ensure thorough and timely coverage of assignments
- Manage performance of the internal audit and risk management team for operational efficiency and attainment of set objectives
- Coordinate audit activities with external auditors by maintaining regular communication for and alignment with organizational activities and compliance with expectations
- Prepare audit and risk management reports for presentation to management and Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board for decision making
Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
- Master’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
- CPA (K) or equivalent
- A registered member of ICPAK
- Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors
- Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience with three (3) years in a managerial role
- Certified Internal Auditor, Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) qualification, Proficiency in use of ICT systems and experience in auditing USAID funded programs are added advantages
Method of Application
If you fit this profile, kindly email your written application and CV to [email protected] By: 7th February 2025