The Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) is the statutory body of HR professionals in Kenya, established under the Human Resource Management Professionals (HRMP) Act, No. 52 of 2012. Our mandate is to regulate the HR profession in Kenya, enhance competencies and capabilities, and support innovative and transformative HR practices and standards.
As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking dynamic, results-driven, and highly skilled professionals to join our team. If you have the passion, expertise, and drive to contribute to the HR profession in Kenya, we invite you to explore our latest job opportunities.
Available Positions
1. Principal Internal Auditor – IHRM Grade 5
Job Reference Number: 1//2025
Terms of Service: Permanent
Number of Positions: 1
The Principal Internal Auditor will report to the Deputy Director, Internal Auditor. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effectiveness of internal audit processes and maintaining a robust risk management framework.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Identifying assurance and consulting engagement objectives that align with the Institute’s values, strategies, and objectives.
- Assessing governance, risk management, and control processes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Conducting substantive and compliance testing of accountable records and documents.
- Reviewing audit reports for assigned engagements and providing recommendations.
- Undertaking special audit assignments and investigations to detect material breaches in policy, procedures, and regulations.
- Identifying, analyzing, evaluating, and documenting sufficient information to achieve audit engagement objectives.
- Reviewing and ensuring quality control of audit work papers.
- Assisting in the preparation of the Internal Audit budget and work plan.
- Determining adequate and sufficient resources required for engagement objectives.
- Preparing risk-based annual audit plans aligned with the Institute’s objectives.
- Evaluating fraud risk and recommending appropriate management strategies.
- Identifying and documenting opportunities for improving governance, risk management, and control processes.
- Developing and documenting engagement plans, including scope, objectives, timing, and resource allocations.
Requirements for Appointment
- A cumulative service period of at least nine (9) years in a relevant field, three (3) of which must have been at the level of Senior Internal Auditor or a comparable position.
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, Mathematics, Actuarial Science, Statistics, or a related field from a recognized institution.
- Relevant professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CIA, CISA, CISM, CRISC, or equivalent certification from an accredited examination body.
- Membership in a relevant professional body in good standing.
- Completion of a management course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a recognized institution.
- Proficiency in computer applications.
Why Join IHRM?
At IHRM, we believe in fostering a professional, inclusive, and diverse work environment that empowers our employees to excel. By joining our team, you will:
- Work in a dynamic and professional setting that values innovation and continuous improvement.
- Gain opportunities for career growth and professional development.
- Be part of a team that is committed to shaping the HR profession in Kenya.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications via email to [email protected] by 17th February 2025.
Your application should include:
- A cover letter
- Updated CV
- Scanned copies of academic and professional certificates
- Copy of National Identity Card
- Proof of membership to a professional body
Important Notes:
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
- Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.
- Shortlisted candidates will be required to produce original copies of their National Identity Card, academic and professional certificates, and transcripts during the interview.
- The Institute of Human Resource Management is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from persons with disabilities, marginalized groups, and minority communities.
- Providing false information or forged documents is a criminal offense and will lead to disqualification.
Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of HR in Kenya. Apply now!
