Deputy Director Internal Audit and Risk Assurance

Job Title: Deputy Director Internal Audit and Risk Assurance

Reference No: NLAS/DDIA&RA/3/1/2026/10

Qualifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have:

• At least fifteen (15) years cumulative work experience, three (3) of which should have been at the grade of Assistant Director, Internal Audit or in a comparable position in the Public or Private sector;
• Master's degree in any of the following disciplines: Business Administration (Finance); Business Administration (Accounting); Finance or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution;
• Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounts, Business Administration or relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• CPA (K), or CIA, or Certified Chartered Accountant (ACCA), or relevant qualifications from a recognized institution;
• Must be a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) or the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) in good standing;
• Certificate in Leadership Course;
• Demonstrated merit and ability as reflected in work performance and results.

Duties and Responsibilities

The Deputy Director Internal Audit and Risk Assurance is responsible for the following functions:

• Developing and reviewing the annual audit plan;
• Overseeing the audit of all operations and systems;
• Reviewing and compiling the audit report for all risk-based audits conducted by Internal Audit staff and following up implementation of audit recommendations;
• Overseeing the implementation of the annual audit plan as approved, including as appropriate any special tasks or projects requested by management and the Audit Committee;
• Formulating and coordinating implementation of internal audit strategies, policies and plans;
• Overseeing the training and development of Audit staff; and
• Secretary to the Audit Committee.

Terms of Service

Note: NLAS Grades 1, 2 & 3 are on a three-year contract basis, renewable once, while the rest are on permanent and pensionable terms.

Remuneration

Remuneration will be in accordance with NLAS Salary Scale: NLAS GRADE 3: Ksh. 202,875 x 19,303 – 222,178 x 19,305 – 241,483 x 19,305 – 260,788 x 19,305 – 280,093 x 19,305 – 299,398 x 19,305 – 318,703 x 19,305 – 338,008 x 19,305 – 357,313 p.m.

How to Apply

Interested persons who meet the minimum criteria are requested to submit applications enclosing copies of the following documents:

• National Identity card;
• Certified copies of relevant academic and professional certificates;
• Any supporting documents and testimonials;
• Detailed Curriculum Vitae with three referees.

More detailed job descriptions for these vacancies can be accessed on our website: www.nlas.go.ke

All applications should be submitted ONLINE to [email protected] on or before 14th August 2026 at 5:00 pm Kenyan time, with the letter quoting the specific position and the reference number (e.g., NLAS/CEO/1/1/2026/01).

All application letters should be addressed to:
Chief Executive Officer,
National Legal Aid Service,
P.O Box 45597-00100,
Nairobi

Please note that HARD COPY APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

Only shortlisted and successful candidates will be contacted.

Canvassing in any form will lead to automatic disqualification.

Important Information

The National Legal Aid Service is an equal opportunity employer; it does not charge any fee at any stage of the recruitment process.

Successful candidates MUST satisfy the requirements of Leadership and Integrity as set out in Chapter six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya and shall be required to present the following documents before being issued with an offer letter:

• Clearance from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission;
• Tax Compliance Certificate from Kenya Revenue Authority;
• Certificate of Good Conduct from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations;
• Certificate of Clearance from Credit Reference Bureau; and
• Clearance Certificate from Higher Education Loans Board or proof of ongoing repayments.