INTERNAL AUDITOR

About Us

CIC Insurance Group is a leading insurance and financial services organisation with more than five decades of experience helping individuals, families, and organizations achieve financial security.

We have grown into a dynamic Group offering life, general, micro insurance, asset management, and investment solutions, with operations in Kenya, Uganda, South Sudan, and Malawi, and are listed on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.

Our tagline, “We Keep Our Word,” reflects our unwavering commitment to integrity, transparency, and delivering on our promises to our clients, partners, and communities.

CIC Group is passionate about innovation, digital transformation, and inclusive insurance solutions that meet the evolving needs of cooperatives, SMEs, corporates, and individuals. By joining us, you will be part of a team that is shaping the future of financial protection across Africa.

About the Role

Reporting to the Internal Audit Manager, the position holder will be responsible for providing independent and objective assurance and consultancy services to management in order to improve overall operations, with specific emphasis on the effectiveness of risk management, control and governance processes for the General Insurance Business.

Key Responsibilities

• Test subsidiary and support functions’ internal control processes;
• Plan, coordinate and review the work of Internal Audit Assistants;
• Visit Branch and Regional Offices to conduct process reviews;
• Prepare audit work papers, quarterly reports according to the audit work plan and present for review to the Internal Audit Manager.
• Take minutes of the Board Audit and Risk Committee as and when assigned by the Internal Audit Manager
• Conduct fraud investigations as and when need arises.
• Conduct performance appraisal for internal audit assistants; and
• Planning the work of Internal Audit Assistants.

Who We’re Looking For

Essential Knowledge/Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in a business related field.
• CPA II, CISA (systems) or CIA
• Insurance Professional Qualification is desirable
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience. At least 2 years’ experience in the big 4 audit firms or an organization similar in size or larger than CIC Group is an added advantage
• Knowledge of current technological developments/trends in area of expertise and knowledge of software requirements for audit of systems procedures
• Basic knowledge of regulations by AKI and IRA
• Excellent communication skills – written, oral, presentation and report writing
• Ability to maintain highest levels of integrity and objectivity
• Flexibility in mobility

Why Join Us?

Joining CIC Insurance Group as an Internal Auditor offers the opportunity to play a pivotal role in strengthening governance, risk management, and internal control effectiveness across a leading regional financial services group. In this role, you will gain broad exposure to diverse business operations, assess key risks, evaluate control environments, and provide insights that drive operational excellence and strategic decision-making. You will work closely with senior management and key stakeholders, contributing to initiatives that enhance compliance, safeguard organizational assets, and promote accountability. If you are intellectually curious, analytical, and passionate about creating value through advisory services, CIC provides an environment where you can grow your expertise while making a measurable impact on the organization’s success.

If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, strictly apply clearly indicating the position being applied for.

The application should reach us by close of business on 24th June, 2026. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 31st July 2026 consider your application unsuccessful.

CIC Group is an equal opportunity employer and does not solicit or require any form of payment for employment opportunities.

N/B: This job advert is open to both internal and external candidates.