The Nairobi City County Assembly has announced two career opportunities for qualified professionals to serve in its Audit Committee. The vacancies provide an opportunity for experienced individuals to contribute to oversight, accountability, risk management and good governance within the County Assembly.
The available positions are for a Chairperson of the Audit Committee and a Member of the Audit Committee. Both vacancies have an application deadline of 3 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Available Positions
- Chairperson – Audit Assembly Committee Member – One (1) Post
- Member – Audit Committee – One (1) Post
1. Chairperson – Audit Assembly Committee Member – One (1) Post
The Nairobi City County Assembly is seeking to fill one position for Chairperson of the Audit Committee.
The Chairperson will be expected to provide leadership to the Audit Committee and support the committee in carrying out its oversight responsibilities. The position is particularly important in strengthening accountability, internal controls, risk management and governance processes within the County Assembly.
As Chairperson, the successful appointee will be expected to guide the work of the committee and facilitate the effective consideration of audit, financial management, governance and risk-related matters presented before it.
The role also involves supporting the independence and effectiveness of the audit function and ensuring that matters requiring the attention of the committee are appropriately considered.
Position Details
- Position: Chairperson – Audit Assembly Committee Member
- Number of Posts: One (1)
- Organization: Nairobi City County Assembly
- Application Deadline: 3 November 2026
- Closing Time: 5:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities
The Chairperson will be expected to provide leadership to the Audit Committee in the execution of its mandate. The role involves helping the committee maintain effective oversight of governance, accountability, internal control and risk management matters within the County Assembly.
The Chairperson’s responsibilities will include:
- Providing leadership to the Audit Committee in the discharge of its functions.
- Presiding over meetings of the Audit Committee.
- Facilitating effective deliberations on matters presented before the committee.
- Supporting the committee in assessing internal control systems and related governance processes.
- Providing oversight on matters relating to risk management.
- Supporting accountability and transparency within the County Assembly.
- Guiding the committee in its consideration of internal and external audit matters.
- Facilitating appropriate follow-up on matters raised through audit processes.
- Supporting the independence and effectiveness of the internal audit function.
- Ensuring that significant matters requiring the committee’s consideration receive appropriate attention.
- Providing leadership in the committee’s engagement with relevant County Assembly officials and other stakeholders.
- Supporting the committee in reviewing matters relating to financial management and institutional governance.
- Helping the Audit Committee fulfil its oversight mandate effectively and independently.
Application Deadline
Applications for the Chairperson – Audit Assembly Committee Member position must be submitted by 3 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
View the official Chairperson – Audit Assembly Committee Member vacancy and application details
2. Member – Audit Committee – One (1) Post
The Nairobi City County Assembly is also seeking to appoint one Member to the Audit Committee.
The successful applicant will participate in the committee’s oversight activities and contribute professional expertise to discussions relating to audit, risk management, internal controls, accountability and governance.
The Audit Committee Member will work alongside the Chairperson and other relevant officials in supporting the effectiveness of the County Assembly’s governance and accountability mechanisms.
The position requires the appointee to participate actively in committee meetings, review matters presented before the committee and contribute to recommendations aimed at strengthening institutional systems and processes.
Position Details
- Position: Member – Audit Committee
- Number of Posts: One (1)
- Organization: Nairobi City County Assembly
- Application Deadline: 3 November 2026
- Closing Time: 5:00 p.m.
Key Responsibilities
The appointed Audit Committee Member will participate in the work of the committee and contribute to the execution of its oversight mandate.
The role will involve:
- Participating actively in meetings and deliberations of the Audit Committee.
- Reviewing audit matters brought before the committee.
- Contributing to discussions concerning the County Assembly’s internal control systems.
- Participating in the review of risk management processes.
- Supporting the committee’s oversight of governance and accountability matters.
- Reviewing relevant reports and information presented to the Audit Committee.
- Contributing professional and independent perspectives during committee deliberations.
- Supporting follow-up on matters arising from internal and external audits.
- Contributing to recommendations aimed at strengthening financial management and institutional controls.
- Supporting the effectiveness and independence of audit functions.
- Participating in the committee’s engagement with relevant County Assembly officials.
- Supporting transparency and accountability in the management of public resources.
- Contributing to the identification and consideration of governance, control and risk issues requiring attention.
- Supporting the committee in carrying out its overall mandate.
Application Deadline
Interested applicants should ensure their applications are submitted by 3 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
View the official Member – Audit Committee vacancy and application details
How to Apply
Candidates interested in either of the two Nairobi City County Assembly Audit Committee vacancies should carefully review the respective official vacancy notice before submitting an application.
Applicants should pay particular attention to the stated eligibility requirements, required supporting documents, application procedure and submission instructions contained in the official advertisement.
The closing date for both positions is 3 November 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Applications should therefore be completed and submitted in accordance with the instructions provided by the Nairobi City County Assembly before the deadline.
