Internal Audit & Risk Manager

Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies (MEDS) is a faith-based health solutions provider founded by an ecumenical partnership of the Kenya Conference of Catholic Bishops (KCCB) and the Christian Health Association of Kenya (CHAK). The Organization’s core mandate is being a reliable provider for quality and affordable Health Products and Technologies, Quality Assurance and Health Systems Strengthening Services. MEDS was established in 1986 and serves clients spread throughout Kenya, other regions in Africa and beyond.

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:
i. Develop and implement effective internal audit, enterprise risk management, regulatory compliance and business continuity management frameworks to enable the organization deliver its strategic objectives
ii. Plan, conduct and manage internal audits to assess adequacy and effectiveness of internal controls
iii. Identify, assess manage and mitigate organizational risks
iv. Conduct special audits requested by Management and Board of Directors
v. Follow up with relevant staff to confirm implementation of audit recommendations, addressing identified gaps for effective risk mitigation
vi. Use resources; human, materials and time optimally and effectively to achieve audit and risk management objectives
vii. Supervise and guide internal audit and risk management team to ensure thorough and timely coverage of assignments
viii. Manage performance of the internal audit and risk management team for operational efficiency and attainment of set objectives
ix. Coordinate audit activities with external auditors by maintaining regular communication for and alignment with organizational activities and compliance with expectations
x. Prepare audit and risk management reports for presentation to management and Audit and Risk Management Committee of the Board for decision making

Candidate Profile:
i. Bachelor’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
ii. Master’s Degree in a Business related field e.g. Commerce, Accounting, Finance
iii. CPA (K) or equivalent
iv. A registered member of ICPAK
v. Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors
vi. Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience with three (3) years in a managerial role
vii. 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