Assistant Manager, Internal Audit Job Kenya Re

Audit Jobs. Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited Jobs

Job Purpose

• The Assistant Manager, Internal Audit is responsible for providing independent, objective assurance and consulting services to add value and improve the Corporation’s operations. The role focuses on evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, risk management, and governance processes, while ensuring compliance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Risk Management & Assurance

• Coordinate the identification, assessment, and ranking of organizational risks.
• Review risk management mechanisms developed by management and provide independent assurance on their adequacy and effectiveness.
• Verify that the Corporation’s risk registers are regularly updated and maintained.

Audit Planning & Execution

• Coordinate the development and implementation of annual audit plans, engagement plans, and work programs.
• Design, develop, and execute audit programs in line with professional auditing standards.
• Conduct scheduled and ad hoc audits across the Corporation.

Audit Review & Quality Assurance

• Review audit findings, working papers, and draft reports for quality and accuracy.
• Maintain the Corporation’s Audit Management System in accordance with established audit guidelines and best practices.

Follow-up & Implementation

• Conduct follow-up reviews to monitor the implementation of audit recommendations.
• Track and report on the status of audit issues and management actions.

Compliance & Governance

• Review compliance with risk mitigation policies, statutory requirements, and internal procedures.
• Support the maintenance of strong governance frameworks across the organization.

Reporting & Stakeholder Engagement

• Prepare clear, concise, and timely audit reports.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Qualifications

For appointment to this position, candidates must possess:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following disciplines or equivalent from a recognized institution:
  • Commerce;
  • Business Administration (Finance or Accounting option);
  • Business Management (Finance or Accounting option);
  • Economics;
  • Strategic Management; or a closely related field.
• A Master’s Degree in Commerce, Business Administration (Finance or Accounting), Business Management, Strategic Management, or a related field.

Professional Qualifications

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA-K) by KASNEB or an equivalent qualification.
• Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA).
• Active membership and in good standing with the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of
• Kenya (ICPAK), ISACA, or Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) / CIA (K) or equivalent.
• Completion of a Management Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
• Proficiency in computer applications and audit management software.
• Fulfilled the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution of Kenya.

Experience

• At least eight (8) years of relevant work experience in auditing, with a minimum of three (3) years in a supervisory position.
• Demonstrated team management experience and exposure interacting with the Board of Directors.

How to Apply

Some of these positions will be on either fixed term contract or permanent and pensionable terms of employment, in accordance with the provisions of the Corporation’s Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual and as indicated in the schedule above.

The detailed job specifications, job descriptions, requirements for appointment, and instructions on how to apply can be accessed on the Kenya Re website under the Careers section. Applicants should indicate their current or most recent salary in their CV, as well as whether they are persons living with a disability (PLWD). They should submit, by email, their CV, credentials, and cover letter (as attachments), quoting the position applied for and outlining how they meet the requirements for the position, addressed to:

The Human Resource Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
NAIROBIHow to Apply

Some of these positions will be on either fixed term contract or permanent and pensionable terms of employment, in accordance with the provisions of the Corporation’s Human Resource Policy and Procedures Manual and as indicated in the schedule above.

The detailed job specifications, job descriptions, requirements for appointment, and instructions on how to apply can be accessed on the Kenya Re website under the Careers section. Applicants should indicate their current or most recent salary in their CV, as well as whether they are persons living with a disability (PLWD). They should submit, by email, their CV, credentials, and cover letter (as attachments), quoting the position applied for and outlining how they meet the requirements for the position, addressed to:

The Human Resource Manager
Kenya Reinsurance Corporation Limited
P. O Box 30271, 00100 GPO
NAIROBI

E-mail: recruitmentkrc@kenyare.co.ke.

Closing Date: 29th June 2026

E-mail: recruitmentkrc@kenyare.co.ke.

Closing Date: 29th June 2026