Job Title: Senior Internal Auditor
Department: Internal Audit
Reports to: Head of Internal Audit
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Application Deadline: 5th November 2025
About AECF
The Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund (AECF) is a development institution supporting innovative enterprises across Sub-Saharan Africa to promote sustainable and inclusive growth. Through catalytic funding, advisory support, and partnerships, AECF works to reduce poverty, create jobs, and strengthen climate resilience among rural and marginalized communities.
Purpose of the Role
The Senior Internal Auditor will assist the Internal Audit Department in providing independent and objective assurance and advisory services to the Board of Directors and the Executive Committee. The role is central in evaluating the effectiveness of AECF’s policies, internal controls, governance processes, and risk management frameworks to ensure the achievement of the Fund’s strategic mandate.
Key Responsibilities
Internal Audit
Support the Head of Internal Audit in developing and implementing internal audit strategies and budgets aligned to AECF’s strategic goals.
Conduct risk-based and system compliance audits, both at the fund and among intermediaries.
Evaluate areas of risk and internal control, recommend mitigation measures, and follow up on implementation.
Design audit programs and ensure timely execution.
Undertake special investigations, analyses, and reviews as requested.
Analyze data to identify control deficiencies, fraud, inefficiencies, or non-compliance with policies.
Advise and support teams in developing and implementing strategic management plans to enhance organizational effectiveness.
Board Papers and Reporting
Assist in preparing board papers, periodic progress reports, and annual audit reports.
Review progress on audit recommendations and ensure effective implementation.
Make recommendations to strengthen AECF’s operational efficiency.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build trusted relationships with management and relevant stakeholders to promote accountability and compliance.
Collaborate with internal departments and external partners to enhance transparency and governance practices.
Support audit awareness and training sessions for staff.
People and Leadership
Identify training needs to build capacity in internal controls, ethics, and accountability.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior audit staff.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
Professional qualification in CPA, CIA, or CISA.
Minimum 5 years of experience in internal or external audit within private sector organizations.
Experience working with donor-funded or development organizations is an added advantage.
Strong analytical, communication, and report-writing skills.
Excellent command of written and spoken English; knowledge of French or Portuguese is a plus.
Proficiency in using computerized audit tools and financial systems.
How to Apply
The AECF is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered based on merit without regard to race, gender, religion, disability, or age.
To apply, please register and submit your application at 👉 https://recruitment.aecfafrica.org.
Deadline: Applications must be received by 5th November 2025.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
