Internal Auditors

Launch your professional journey as an Internal Auditor II with the KeRRA, a pivotal State Corporation dedicated to uplifting Kenya’s rural infrastructure. This Entry-level opportunity, based regionally, requires ambitious Kenyan graduates holding a relevant Bachelor’s degree (Finance/Accounting focus) and completion of CPA Part II to actively support rigorous assurance functions. Successful candidates will develop expertise in enhancing compliance, verifying financial safeguards, and analyzing internal controls under mentorship, contributing directly to the integrity and transparency of national development projects.

The Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA), is a State Corporation under the Ministry of Roads & Transport established under the Kenya Roads Act, 2007 and charged with the mandate to develop, manage, maintain and rehabilitate rural roads.

Pursuant to the provisions of the Act the Board of Directors invite applications from suitably qualified Kenyan Citizens who wish to be considered for the positions at Kenya Rural Roads Authority (KeRRA). The positions are as listed below are (Grade 4-12) on permanent and pensionable terms of service.

Terms and conditions of service for the advertised positions shall apply as per the approved Human Resource Instruments of the Authority.

INTERNAL AUDITOR II, KERRA GRADE 8 (2 VACANCIES)

REF No.: KeRRA/IA/61/2025

This will be the entry and training grade into this cadre. An officer at this level will be under the guidance of a designated officer.

(a) Job Descriptions

Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: –

(i) Supporting the implementation of internal audit policies, procedures and basic auditing standards;
(ii) Assisting in conducting risk-based, compliance and systems audits under supervision;
(iii) Assisting in verify the existence of Authority assets and checking basic safeguards for protection;
(iv) Supporting the review of accounting reports for correctness and accuracy;
(v) Assisting in ensuring Authority’s compliance with internal policies and government guidelines;
(vi) Contributing to the preparation of audit reports and documentation of findings;
(vii) Supporting monitoring and evaluation of internal controls on financial systems;
(viii) Assisting in evaluating adequacy of information available for management decision-making;
(ix) Participating in assess basic governance mechanisms and transparency processes;
(x) Supporting implementation of internal audit recommendations and corrective actions; and
(xi) Assisting in providing secretariat services to audit committees.

(b) Job Specifications

For appointment to this grade, a candidate must have: –

(i) Bachelor’s Degree in any of the following fields: – Finance, Accounting, Commerce (Finance/Accounting option), Business Administration (Finance option/Accounting), Business Management (Finance/Accounting option) or any other relevant qualification from a recognized institution;
(ii) Certified Public Accountants Part II or equivalent qualification from a recognized and accredited institution; and
(iii) Proficiency in computer applications.