Internal Auditor NGO Job APDK, Nairobi, Kenya

Reports to: Board of Directors

About the Role

The Association for the Physically Disabled of Kenya (APDK), a leading organization committed to the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities, is seeking to recruit a highly analytical finance professional who thrives on integrity, risk mitigation, and strategic oversight.

Reporting directly to the Board of Directors, the individual will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the organization’s assets, reputation, and operational efficiency, while providing critical, independent guidance on financial accuracy, robust internal controls, and regulatory and donor compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Audit Planning & Execution: Develop, execute, and monitor comprehensive, risk-based annual audit plans.
• Financial & Compliance Reviews: Conduct systematic reviews of financial records, statements, and operational processes to ensure accuracy, standard compliance, and adherence to donor agreements and local laws.
• Internal Controls Assessment: Evaluate the adequacy of existing internal controls, identifying inefficiencies and recommending corrective actions.
• Risk Management: Perform organizational risk assessments and assist in drafting practical risk mitigation strategies.
• Reporting & Collaboration: Prepare detailed, objective audit reports for the Board of Directors and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure recommended actions are successfully implemented.
• Capacity Building: Support and train staff on internal control procedures, fraud awareness, and financial ethics to build a strong culture of compliance.

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a business-related field.
• Fully qualified CPA(K) or ACCA and CIA (Certified Internal Auditor) in good standing.
• Over 5 years proven experience as an Internal Auditor, preferably in a setup handling complex donor funds, grants, or diverse regulatory frameworks.
• Strong mastery of financial software and audit technology tools.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to convey complex, technical financial findings to non-technical stakeholders
• Uncompromising ethical standards, objectivity, and confidentiality that can be confirmed by at least two former employers

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their application, consisting of a cover letter and a detailed CV, clearly outlining their suitability for the position, to jobs@apdk.org before 1600hrs 5th August 2026. Please indicate “Internal Auditor” in the subject line of your email.

APDK is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified candidates with disabilities to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.