Director of Audit

SUMMARY:
Pioneering Excellence | Director of Audit Opportunity: 

We are working with a leading Pan-African bank in Kenya to recruit a highly skilled and results-oriented Director of Audit to oversee and lead their internal audit function.
In this critical leadership role, the successful candidate will design and implement a robust audit strategy aimed at enhancing the effectiveness of risk management, internal controls, and governance processes.
This position calls for a strategic leader with extensive expertise in audit, compliance, and financial risk management, ensuring the organization aligns with regulatory requirements and achieves its business objectives.

POSITION INFO:
What You’ll Be Driving:

• Strategic Audit Leadership:
• Develop and implement a risk-based audit plan aligned with organizational goals and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations to senior management and the audit committee to enhance internal controls and risk mitigation.
• Lead audit initiatives related to governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC).
• Audit Planning & Execution:
• Oversee the planning and execution of operational, financial, and compliance audits across all business units.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, processes, and systems to identify areas of improvement.
• Ensure timely delivery of audit reports with actionable recommendations and follow-up on corrective actions.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with local and international regulatory standards (e.g., IFRS, SOX, Basel, COSO).
• Work closely with regulatory bodies, external auditors, and other stakeholders to ensure compliance with audit requirements.
• Stay up to date with evolving regulatory and financial reporting requirements to ensure compliance and mitigate potential risks.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory:
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior management, offering insights and solutions to improve operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Present audit findings and recommendations to the board, audit committee, and executive leadership team.
• Foster strong relationships with key business units to promote a culture of risk awareness and internal control.
• Leadership & Team Development:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing internal audit team to drive excellence and continuous improvement.
• Foster a culture of ethics, accountability, and professional growth within the audit department.
• Establish training programs to enhance the technical and analytical skills of audit staff.
• Technology & Data Analytics:
• Leverage data analytics and technology-driven audit tools to enhance audit efficiency and effectiveness.
• Drive innovation in audit processes through automation and advanced analytics to identify trends and anomalies.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in audit technology and cybersecurity risks.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Professional certification such as CIA, CPA, ACCA, CISA, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 10+ years of audit experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, preferably within financial services, banking, or a multinational organization.
• Strong knowledge of internal audit frameworks, risk management, governance processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale audits, risk assessments, and process improvements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a keen eye for detail.