Head of Internal Audit Job Bank of Africa

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Responsibility Summary:

• Lead formal briefings with the Managing Director and issue periodic reports, presenting critical control environment weaknesses, their potential financial and operational impact, and actionable recommendations for improvement, while also keeping them informed of overall audit progress.
• Develop a flexible annual audit plan using an appropriate risk-based methodology, including any risks or control concerns identified by management, and submit that plan to the Board, through the BAC, for review and approval, and provide periodic updates on the audit plan to the BAC.
• Carry out adhoc appraisals, inspections, investigations and examinations requested by Executive Management Committee or BAC or BOD
• Maintain efficient working relationships with relevant regulatory bodies within the country.
• Develop and implement an annual audit plan, review systems and operations to assess the adequacy of controls within the Bank.

Academic & Professional Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Strategy, Business or related field.
• Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance
• Professional Qualifications; CPA-K essential, CIA.
• 12 years of audit experience within financial sector with demonstrated leadership abilities and qualities
• Must be member of ICPAK and IIA in good standing.

Skills/Experience Required

• Able to engage, motivate and work with cross functional team members
• Excellent interpersonal skills to negotiate and influence, as well as to maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Sound analytical and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work efficiently without external influence, ensuring independent and objective reporting.
• Effective communication and presentation skills both verbal and written.
• High integrity, professionalism, results driven and proactive approach.

How to Apply

Kindly send your CV to recruitment@boakenya.com before 29 October 2025.