Public Service Commission Secretary/CEO Mr. Paul Famba has called for support and recognition of internal auditors’ professional body in public institutions to enhance transparency and accountability. He was speaking on 13th May 2025 when he met the leadership of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA, Kenya) at the Commission House, Nairobi.
“ Internal auditors play a critical role in monitoring the utilization of public resources and with proper support they can help the country in the fight against misappropriation of funds,” said Mr. Famba.
The Commission CEO further noted the urgent need to anchor the Internal Audit profession d in law to ensure standardization, ethical practice and recognition of the professional body.
“ Recognition of any professional body starts with proper legislation, and I am glad to learn that this work is in progress. Let’s make it happen within the shortest time possible,” said the Famba.
Speaking in the same meeting the IIA, Kenya Chairperson Ms. Lilian Wangechi highlighted the need for public institutions to align internal audit departments with international standards.
“IIA seeks to train and standardize the audit function in institutions to minimize risks of financial losses and foster transparency,” said Ms. Wangechi.
To ensure internal auditors effectively perform their duties, the IIA Kenya officials also urged the Commission to review; the positioning of the Internal Audit Functions within organizational structures and their career progression guidelines to give them the requisite authority and independence.
Also in attendance from PSC were Deputy Commission Secretary Mr. John Muriungi , Director Finance & Resource Mobilization Mr. Maina Njoroge and Head of Internal Audit CPA Anne Titus. From IIA; Vice Chairpersons, Phares Chege, Edwin Wekulo and Treasurer Joel Walucho.
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