Position: Chief Internal Auditor

Place of Work: Head Offices, Addis Ababa 

Opening Date: May 22, 2026 

 About the Organization: 

Kebronhill Microfinance Institution S.C. (KHMFI) pioneers accessible financial services, merging vision with action. Licensed by the National Bank of Ethiopia (MFI/071/2024) under Proclamation No. 626/2009, we champion community upliftment by blending profitability with social impact. Committed to regulatory integrity, we welcome Ethiopians, foreign nationals of Ethiopian origin, and organizations to join our journey. With a focus on innovation and inclusivity, KHMFI leads microfinance excellence, empowering individuals for a brighter future. Join our transformative vision and help shape a better tomorrow with us.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Plans, organizes, and coordinates all audit and inspection activities across the Company.

• Prepares annual internal audit plans, work schedules, and budget.

• Identifies high-risk financial, procurement, and operational areas to prioritize audit focus.

• Designs appropriate audit methodologies, including sampling techniques and coverage scope.

• Conducts comprehensive audits in financial, operational, procurement and administrative areas.

• Ensures all audits are performed professionally and in accordance with Internationally Accepted Auditing Standards (IAAS).

• Carries out periodic reviews to ensure compliance with policies, procedures and statutory requirements.

• Performs monthly and annual evaluations to verify adherence to internal systems and standards.

• Evaluates the soundness and effectiveness of internal controls, accounting systems, and administrative processes.

• Ensures the Company's electronic systems are reliable, accurate, and efficient.

• Reviews and advises on control aspects of new policies, systems, and procedures.

• Assesses internal practices to identify risks, control gaps, cost-saving opportunities, and revenue enhancement areas.

• Verifies the existence of assets and ensures they are properly safeguarded and ensures efficient utilization and protection of all Company resources against loss, theft, and misuse.

• Closely monitors credit administration, especially debt collections and follow-up actions on uncollected balances.

• Ensures activities are free of corruption, favoritism, and malpractice.

• Reviews, compiles, and interprets audit reports from Branch operations.

• Reports findings to the Board of Directors and CEO, with clear recommendations for corrective action.

• Monitors implementation of audit recommendations and reports deviations.

• Advises management on irregularities and supports corrective action implementation.

• Supervises, supports, and coach auditors at Head Office and Branch levels.

• Leads performance management processes: planning, monitoring, and appraising audit staff.

• Conducts training for internal auditors and relevant staff to enhance audit capabilities.

• Reviews and updates audit procedures and ensures consistent application throughout the organization.

• Reviews HR decisions (recruitment, promotion, transfer, termination) for compliance with Company policies.

• Verifies the adequacy and fairness of HR processes during audits.

• Conducts special audit assignments given by the CEO and/or the BOD;

• Carries out ad hoc investigation audits when required by the CEO and BOD;

• Performs other related activities as instructed by the BOD and CEO.

Terms of Employment: Permanent    

Salary: As per the Institution salary scale 

Closing Date: June 01, 2026 

Job Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILL

• MBA/MSc/MA & BA Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field

• A minimum of 6/8 years work experience, out of which 4 years in banking or Microfinance business and 2 years shall be in a managerial position.

 TECHNICAL AND OTHER SKILLS

• Strong organizational skills and ability to coach staff in prioritizing workload whilst maintaining a high standard of work;

• Demonstrated technical and managerial ability, sound judgment, ability to work effectively with others at all levels;

• Effective communication skills;

• Computer skills.

How To Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, non-returnable copies of credentials and three professional references to: HR@kebronmfi.com 

Job Requirements Applicants must hold an MBA/MSc/MA & BA Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field and possess at least six years of relevant work experience, including four years in the micro‑finance sector and two years in a managerial capacity. The position demands high organizational skills, strong judgment, effective communication, and proficiency with computer systems. How to Apply Candidates should submit their CV, cover letter, non‑returnable copies of credentials and three professional references to the email address HR@kebronmfi.com.