wanjiru mwangi
@wanjirumwangi1
I am a Senior Internal Audit and GRC professional driving risk management.
KenyaWhat I'm looking for
I am a value-driven Senior Internal Audit and GRC professional with 10+ years of experience across Banking, SACCO and B2BFintech, holding certifications including CPA-K, CIA and CC. I specialize in risk management, regulatory compliance, internal controls and delivering actionable assurance using Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) such as Teammate and Diligent.
I have led the design and implementation of internal audit charters and risk-based plans, set up audit functions (including at Sokowatch), and currently serve as Internal Audit Team Lead driving audit delivery, data analytics, staff coaching and stronger governance. I am adept at communicating with executive management and audit committees to close gaps, protect assets and foster continuous improvement.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Mentor
Global GiveBackCircle
Apr 2023 - Apr 2025 (2 years)
Mentored emerging professionals through Global GiveBackCircle, providing career guidance and skills development to improve mentees' employability and professional growth.
Mentor
Akili Dada
Jan 2017 - Jan 2018 (1 year)
Mentored young women at Akili Dada, supporting leadership development and career readiness through structured coaching and guidance.
Audit & Risk Management Committee Member
Association of Women Accountants of Kenya
Aug 2016 - Dec 2017 (1 year 4 months)
Served on AWAK's Audit & Risk Management Committee, providing governance oversight and actionable recommendations to strengthen internal controls and risk frameworks.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
I(International Information System Security Certification Consortium (ISC2)
Certified in Cybersecurity (CC), Cyber Security
Certified in Cybersecurity (CC) Foundations certification awarded in 2024 by ISC2.
JTJomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
Master of Business Administration, Strategic Management
Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Strategic Management awarded in 2024.
TAThe Institute of Internal Auditors
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Internal Auditing
Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation awarded in 2021 by The Institute of Internal Auditors.
African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (ALFRATI)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (training), Information Systems
Completed Certified Information Systems Auditor training in 2021 at African Advanced Level Telecommunications Institute (ALFRATI).
UNUniversity of Nairobi
Bachelor of Commerce, Finance
Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance awarded in 2013 by the University of Nairobi.
K(Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examinations Board (KASNEB)
Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Accounting, Tax & Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) qualification in Accounting, Tax and Finance awarded in 2012 by KASNEB.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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