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Caleb Kimutai Kering
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Personal Information: Name: Caleb Kimutai Kering Academic Qualification:
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Position vied for: Member Board of Trustees, IIA Kenya. Candidates profile: I am a purpose-driven Internal Auditor with over 10 years of experience delivering assurance on Governance processes, Management of Enterprise wide-Risk and Control systems (GRC) within the financial services industry. Currently serving as an Audit Manager at Gulf African Bank Limited and also held positions at I&M Bank, Equity Bank and KCB. Key contributions include; development and implementation of internal audit strategic plan, Internal Audit Charter and risk based annual audit plan. In addition, provide advisory services recommendations on improvement of GRC processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and possesses deep financial knowledge and expertise in regulatory compliance. An advocate for innovation and capitalizing on internal audit to enhance efficacy and deliver value to organizations. |
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Dauglas Muhati Likhaya |
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Brief Personal Profile CPA Dauglas Muhati is a seasoned audit, risk, and governance professional with over a decade of experience supporting Boards, Audit Committees, and senior management across SACCOs, corporates, public institutions, and PBOs. He is currently the Head of Internal Audit, Risk & Compliance at a leading SACCO in Nairobi, where he provides strategic risk insights, compliance oversight, and independent assurance to strengthen governance and decision-making. Previously, Dauglas spent eight years at a top audit firm in Nairobi, rising to Audit Assistant Manager, where he advised Boards on internal controls, risk management, operational efficiency, and policy development. He also serves as Trustee of the KASNEB Foundation, Vice Chairperson of ICPAK’s Western Branch, and formerly convened ICPAK’s Youth & Student Affairs Subcommittee, where he influenced governance policies, CPD programs, and mentorship initiatives. Beyond his corporate and professional leadership, Dauglas is the founder of the CPA Books Drive, which has donated over 1,000 books worth Ksh 1 million to public libraries across Kenya. A qualified CPA, he holds a Bachelor of Commerce (HR Management), a Diploma in Business Management, and is pursuing CS and CHRP qualifications. His career reflects a strong balance of technical expertise, strategic leadership, and community impact.
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Elijah Muguro Mwangi |
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Name: Elijah Muguro Mwangi Relevant Academic & Professional Qualifications: MBA (Finance), BBM (Finance & Banking), CPA, SMC, QMS Lead Auditor, IP Courses (General Course on Intellectual property Course DL101, IP Panorama, Patent Corporation Treaty course) Position being vied for: Member, Board of Trustees Candidate Profile/Bio: Attached. Elijah is an accomplished and forward-thinking Assurance, Governance and Risk Managements and finance professional with extensive experience spanning over 15 years across diverse sectors. Possessing a strong academic foundation, including a Master’s in Business Administration (Finance) and a Bachelor in Business Management (Finance & Banking). He is a Certified Public Accountant and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountant of Kenya as well as the Institute of Internal Auditors - Kenya. He is also a Quality Management System Lead Auditor and has several certifications on Intellectual Property Courses from World Intellectual Property Organization. His career demonstrates a consistent trajectory of growth, culminating in his current role as the head of Internal Audit at the Kenya Copyright Board. Among his achievement include: coordinating a forensic audit for Collective Management Organizations (2019-2022) that led to significant reforms in the creative industry. Served on the task force that developed the Traditional Knowledge and Traditional Cultural Expressions Regulations, 2018. Provided advisory and insight that led to the process of establishing a Copyright digital forensic lab. He seeks to bring on the table not just experience but a vision that will make IIA – Kenya stronger, agile and built to last. |
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FELIX ONSERIO RATEMO |
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PERSONAL INFORMATION ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
KCSE- Nyansiongo High School PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION
POSITION VYING: MEMBER IIAK- BOARD OF TRUSTEES CPA Felix is a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience drawn from the private and public sectors in Audit, finance, credit, and fraud health checkup, Risk Assessment at the Board level. I head the Business department at Marist International University College, and Partner at Mabati & Co, Auditors. Currently, Chair of the Board of Directors of Waumini Housing Cooperative Society, and Chairman of the Alumni Association Board of KCA University. I also serve as a Consultant with the Council of Legal Education (CLE). Previously been a director of Waumini Sacco Society and the chair Audit committee, and a member of the Credit Committee, a Former Finance officer, part-time MUA, I AM TOT with IIAK. WHAT I STAND FOR AS BOARD OF TRUSTEES IIAK G- Governance I - Integrity T - Transparency I - Impact E - Education - Education provides the foundation for training: God bless. |
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Dr. Fredrick Okong’o Ouma, CIA
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Certified Trustee IIA Trustee 2025 Ouma is the Head of Internal Audit at Nairobi Securities Exchange. He is a holder of:
He has eighteen (18) years of Audit, risk management, financial management and leadership experience. He has previously served as the Head of Internal Audit at Development Bank of Kenya for six (6) years between 2015 and 2021, Central Bank of Kenya in the Internal Audit department and Crowe Erastus & Co as Audit Supervisor. Ouma is a team player, with admirable interpersonal and communication skills and high level of emotional intelligence. He is a member of four professional bodies namely IIA, PMI, ICPAK and ISACA Kenya Chapter where is serves as the Secretary. |
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Vivian Mwende Kamula |
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Position being vied for: Member, Board of Trustees, Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya Profile Summary I am an accomplished Internal Audit professional with over a decade of progressive experience in governance, risk management, and assurance across private and public sectors. Currently working as an Internal Audit Manager at Safaricom PLC, I lead risk-based audits that strengthen internal controls, safeguard organizational assets, and deliver value-adding insights to senior management and the Board. Prior to this, I gained extensive assurance and advisory expertise at Deloitte as an advisory senior, where I managed diverse client engagements across NGOs, manufacturing, banking, insurance, and investment industries in Kenya and the region.
I hold a Master’s in Finance & Investments, a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance), and I am a Certified Public Accountant (CPA). I am also pursuing the Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) designation. My professional journey reflects a strong track record in leadership, accountability, and strategic advisory, underpinned by a commitment to advancing the internal audit profession and empowering excellence through stewardship and advocacy. Notable Achievements Recognition by IIA Kenya: Part of the audit teams acknowledged by the IIA Kenya for contributions to elevating the impact of internal audit practices through the Internal Audit Awards. Educational Background
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JACOB KAMIZA ASAVA |
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MY PROFILE: POSITION: BOARD OF TRUSTEES_IIA-K BOT 2025 Jacob Kamiza Asava is a seasoned internal auditor with substantial experience in the field of finance ranging from credit control, risk-based audit, accountancy, taxation and budgetary control that spurns over a duration of eighteen (18) years. Within this time, I have been exposed through highly challenging environments where I have been able to successfully build my skills and expertise by conducting Value for Money (VFM)/Performance Audits geared towards economic, effective and efficient use of public resources. Demonstrated ability as a panel of expert for World Bank funded projects in Kenya; KAPAP, NARIGP, KCSAP, NAVCDP, ELRP, FSRP, CHERP whereby I was involved in carrying out risk-based audits, facilitating quality audit report writing, development of audit manuals and formulating risk management frameworks. I am a holder of a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) degree from Daystar University, several proficiency courses from the Kenya School of Government and a certified TeamMate + champion, which have sharpened my governance skills. My leadership role as an organizing secretary for the National Treasury’s Nyanza Internal Auditors Welfare, coupled with self-less teamwork and appeasing personality propels me to offer good stewardship for the BOT-IIA-K 2025. |
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Mikaeli Jesang |
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Board of trustee candidate profile Profile Mikaeli Jesang is the Group General Manager – Business and operations audit at Equity Group Holdings. She has over ten years of experience in internal audit, risk and compliance, having worked at Safaricom as a principal auditor, Absa Bank as Audit Manager and at KPMG East Africa as a senior Associate. Educational experience
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Opinion Writer on matters assurance
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CIA Mmbone Mercyline |
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Personal Profile Guided by the principle of Service | Commitment | Accountability | Focus | Excellence CIA Mmbone Mercyline is an accomplished Internal Audit and Finance professional with over a decade of experience in auditing, financial management, governance, and leadership across NGOs, state corporations, private sector, TVET institutions, SACCOs, and public sector. She currently serves as Head of Internal Audit at Vihiga Water and Sanitation Services Company, where she provides strategic leadership in risk management, compliance, and corporate governance. She holds an MBAin Finance,a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, CPA Part III, a Diploma in Business Management (Accounting option), at Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology. She is also pursuing a Certificate in Agentic AI with Johns Hopkins University. Her career journey includes roles as Senior Accountant at Women in Water and Natural Resources, Education Fund Administrator at Vihiga County Education Fund, Lecturer at Masinde Muliro and Kaimosi Universities, and Chairperson/CEO of Vihiga Youth Bunge Sacco. She has also held governance roles as Chairperson of the Audit Committee at Kakrao TVC, Board Member in various schools, and in electoral leadership with IEBC as Deputy Returning Officer and Presiding Officer. She is passionate about integrity, accountability, and professional excellence, with a proven record of strengthening controls, empowering teams, and driving institutional growth. |
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MORRIS KYALO MUNYAO |
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ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Commerce Finance-KCA University Diploma in Business Management-Kenya Institute of Management PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS Certified Public Accountant of Kenya POSITION BEING VIED FOR: MEMBER BOARD OF TRUSTEES CANDIDATE’S PROFILE I am a dynamic and results-driven Audit & Finance Executive with over 8 years of experience across the Hospitality & Manufacturing sectors and an Audit firm. My expertise covers internal controls, compliance, risk management, change management, and corporate governance. I also bring strong technical competencies in data analytics, process improvement, and financial accounting. Throughout my career, I have successfully conducted internal and external audits, maintained organizational risk registers, and supported the development of policies and procedures to enhance governance frameworks. I have contributed to the identification of emerging risks arising from new products, services, customer segments, and business channels, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies. Passionate about driving excellence, my mission is to strengthen organizational internal controls, promote accountability, and contribute to sustainable growth. I thrive in dynamic environments where integrity, innovation, and collaboration are central to achieving both financial and operational goals. Work/Board Experience
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SAMUEL MISIGO KITINGA |
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Candidate information Personal Information
Candidates Profile/Bio Candidate Name – Samuel M. Kitinga I am an Accountant with over three years of experience at Kenya Electricity Generating Company (KenGen), specializing in financial management, audit coordination, compliance, and governance. I hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree, I am a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPA-K), and I am currently pursuing a Master of Science in Finance. At KenGen, I work in the General Ledger Section, where I am responsible for account reconciliations, analytical review of expense accounts, coordination of internal and external audits, and ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial reporting. I collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze financial data, provide insights for decision-making, and support strong governance frameworks. My vision for IIA Kenya is guided by the V.I.S.A Agenda:
I am committed to contributing my expertise, passion, and strategic insight to strengthen IIA Kenya’s impact and value to its members. |
