Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management at Forum for African Women Educationalists (FAWE) Kenya

Position Summary:

 FAWE seeks to recruit an experienced Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management at the Regional Secretariat in Nairobi to support the organization in achieving its strategic objectives by systematically evaluating and improving the effectiveness of risk management, control, and governance processes.

This role is instrumental in ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and supporting the organization in achieving its strategic objectives. The successful candidate will have a unique opportunity to contribute to FAWE’s mission by ensuring robust financial governance and risk management frameworks, ultimately supporting sustainable and impactful operations.

Contract Type: This position is on a fixed contract for five years with the possibility of extension based on the availability of funding and individual’s performance.

Location: The Director, Internal Audit & Risk Management, will be based in the Regional Office in Nairobi, with frequent travel across the region.

Reporting to: Functionally to the Audit and Risk Committee of the Board and administratively to the Executive Director.

Functional Relationships: All Units within FAWE, FAWE’s 34 National Chapters, Civil Society Organizations, and regional and sub-regional policy bodies, among others.

Direct Reportees: None at this time, however, the structure at Internal Audit and Risk Management Division may be reviewed and adjusted in the future based on evolving organizational and divisional needs

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Internal Auditing, Financial Accounting, Financial Management. A master’s degree will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 12 years of proven experience as an Internal Auditor or Senior Auditor.
• Advanced proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and data analytics tools.
• Strong ability to analyze large datasets and generate detailed reports.
• Thorough knowledge of auditing standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Accreditation with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) is required.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate audit findings effectively.