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 1.

1st Vice Chairperson

PHARES CHEGE: MBA, B.A. (Econs), CIA, CPA (K), CISA, CRISC, CDPSE

Manifesto

CIA Phares Chege is a seasoned Audit and Risk Management practitioner and trainer with over 22 years of experience in both public and private sectors. Currently serving as the Deputy Commissioner of Internal Audit at KRA, he holds an MBA and prestigious certifications including CIA, CPA-K, CISA, CRISC and CDPSE.

Phares is seeking re-election as the 1st Vice Chairperson of IIA Kenya to continue a "sustainable elevated transformation". His tenure has already delivered remarkable results, including an 85% growth in revenue and an 81% increase in membership. He has also worked together with the rest of the board to successfully launch Audit and Risk awards and advance the Internal Auditors Bill.

His 2026 manifesto, centred on the CALM mantra, prioritizes:

• Collaborations: Strengthening partnerships with government, the private sector, AFIIA and IIA Global.
• Advocacy: Increasing the profession’s visibility and "voice" in mainstream and social media.
• Legislation: Accelerating the Internal Auditors Bill and local certification.
• Membership Value: Aiming to grow membership to over 10,000 while enhancing digital service platforms and professional training.

Phares’ goal is to position IIA Kenya as the top institute in Africa and improve its global position.

The future is CALM with CIA Phares Chege as 1^st Vice Chairperson

#Vote for Phares Chege

 2.

1st Vice Chairperson

Michael Lusinde
Mbwavi (CIA, CPA(K), CISA, CS, CFE, CISRCP, CRCMP)

Manifesto

I am an accomplished governance, risk management, and internal audit professional with over two decades of experience spanning the public sector, maritime industry, and national development institutions. I currently serves as Head of Internal Audit at the Kenya National Shipping Line, where I provide strategic assurance and advisory services to strengthen organizational governance, risk management, and internal control systems.

I have built a distinguished career in anti-fraud, risk management and governance through diverse experiences in internal and external audit. Over the years, I have worked with OAG, CDF, KiPPRA, VDS, CUE, KPA, and IIA(K) – Board where I contributed to accountability and performance improvement.

My professional affiliations include memberships with ICPAK, IIA, ISACA, ACFE, ACAMS, and IARCP, reflecting my multidisciplinary expertise in audit, IT assurance, fraud examination, anti-money laundering, risk management, governance and information security. Besides, I am a Certified Professional Mediator.

I have a Bachelor of Commerce degree and an MBA in Finance, underpinning my strong analytical and strategic capabilities.

I have an unmistakable passion for integrity, accountability, and institutional excellence and I continue to champion robust governance frameworks and value-adding internal audit practices across Kenya’s public sector and maritime ecosystem.

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1st Vice Chairperson

JAMES WARUKU WAHOME, CIA, CRMA

Manifesto

Qualifications:

• MBA Finance - Ongoing
• BSc. Actuarial Science
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA)
• Certified Trustee – TDP-K
• CPA Finalist

Board Experience:

• Current Board Member – Java House Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme

Candidate Profile:

James Wahome has over 11 years of experience in internal audit and risk management. He currently serves as the Internal Audit & Risk Manager at JAVA House Africa. Prior to this, he served as the Internal Audit Manager at TPS Eastern Africa PLC (Serena Hotels Group), overseeing its internal audit functions across 6 countries in Africa. He also serves as a Board Member at the Java House Retirement Benefits Scheme Board.

James holds a BSc. Actuarial Science and is pursuing an MBA in Finance from the University of Nairobi. He holds the professional certifications Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Trustee (TDP-K) and is a CPA Finalist.

As a candidate for 1st Vice-Chairperson, James is focused on strengthening the experience and value delivered to members though his GROW agenda as detailed in his manifesto which aims at a fostering a culture where members feel valued and supported while protecting the progress already achieved.

His vision is to ensure that IIA-Kenya remains a trusted professional home while building a more connected, confident, and future-ready membership.

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2nd vice Chairperson

EDWIN TITO WEKULO OKIAH

Manifesto

Name: CIA Edwin Tito Wekulo Okiah

Director Internal Audit Standards - PSASB| 2nd Vice Chairperson IIA Kenya

Education and Professional Qualifications:

CIA | CPA| IRM-Cert | CPC| ISO Lead Auditor | Certified Governance Trainer

MSC - Project Management | B - Com Finance | SLDP | SMC

Edwin Tito Wekulo Okiah is a seasoned governance, risk and internal audit leader with over 20 years of professional experience across the public, private and not-for-profit sectors. I currently serve as the Director Internal Audit Standards at the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board, where I provide strategic leadership in strengthening internal audit frameworks, enhancing public sector accountability and advancing sound governance practices.

I am serving as 2nd Vice Chairperson of the Institute of Internal Auditors Kenya a position which am seeking relection for and I serve on several  audit committees, including the Ministry of ICT & Digital Economy, the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner, the National Communication Secretariat, and the Salaries and Remuneration Commission.

I am also a member of the task force appointed by the Principal Secretary National Treasury and Economic Planning to review the Public Finance Management Act, aimed at strengthening and elevating the internal audit profession within Kenya’s public financial management framework.

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2nd vice Chairperson

CIA Duncan Omondi Okong’o

Manifesto

CIA Duncan Omondi Okong’o

Candidate for Second Vice Chairperson, Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA)

Education & Professional Qualifications

CIA | CPA(K) | BBA (Finance) | CCP | M&E | QMS Auditor | Data Protection

Professional Memberships

IIA | ISACA | ICPAK | KIM

Professional Profile

I am a seasoned Internal Audit, Risk, Compliance, and Governance leader with over 16 years of multi‑industry experience modernizing assurance functions, strengthening governance structures, enhancing risk maturity, and building integrity‑driven cultures across East Africa. My career brings together hands‑on audit execution, strategic advisory expertise, and business transformation capability.

I have worked across 10+ sectors, leading the establishment and transformation of internal audit functions, designing ERM frameworks, automating controls, and driving governance reforms in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda.

I currently serve as Head of Internal Audit at Bata Shoe Company Plc (Kenya & Uganda), previously served as Risk Consulting Manager at Ernst & Young (EY) East Africa, and earlier held leadership roles at Hotpoint Appliances Ltd, Nuru International, Parker Randall EA and Kenya Women Microfinance Bank. This blend of corporate, consulting, and NGO exposure gives me a unique perspective on internal audit maturity, stakeholder engagement, and governance expectations across different operating models.

My leadership is anchored in ethics, clarity, trust, and a deep commitment to uplifting the internal audit profession.

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Secretary

ANNE MUNEE TITUS (CPA, CIA, CFE, BCOM, LLB, MBA)

Manifesto

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Anne Munee Titus, CIA,CPA,CFE

RELEVANT ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION(S)

• Maters Business Administration
• Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)
• Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE)

POSITION BEING VIED FOR

SECTRETARY

CANDIDATE PROFILE/BIO

 ANNE MUNEE TITUS (CPA, CIA, CFE, BCOM, LLB, MBA)

Anne is a seasoned Internal Audit professional with 21 years of experience in Kenya’s public sector. She currently serves as the Ag. Director of Internal Audit & Risk Assurance and the Head of Internal Audit at the Public Service Commission. Her career began at the National Treasury, where she held various internal audit roles across multiple Ministries, Departments, and Agencies, gaining extensive technical and leadership expertise. She later served as the Head of Internal Audit at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, where she strengthened governance, risk management, and internal controls.

Anne’s governance experience spans the education, health, and financial services sectors. She is the Board Vice Chairperson of a Microfinance Institution, chairs the Audit Committee, serves on the Risk Committee, and is a Trustee of the PSC Staff Pension Scheme.

Within IIA Kenya, Anne has demonstrated strong dedication and leadership. She previously served as a Governor and chaired the Member Services Committee during a period of significant membership growth. As Board Secretary, she has upheld professionalism, diligence, and integrity. As she seeks re‑election, Anne remains committed to advancing good governance, strengthening institutional capacity, and supporting the continued development of the internal audit profession in Kenya.

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Treasurer

SIMIYU JOEL WALUCHO (CIA, CPA)

Manifesto

SIMIYU JOEL WALUCHO, CIA, CPA,

TREAURER IIA KENYA: 2026 -2028

Honours:

2022: CIA – (Certified Internal Auditor)

2016: Registered as a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK)-Registration No: 21173

2013: Registered Member of the Institute of Internal Auditors-Registration No: 1866838

2012: Master’s degree in business administration (Kenyatta University)

2008: CPA-K (Kenya Accountants and Secretaries National Examination Board)

2002: Bachelor’s degree in business management-Accounting option (Moi University)

Professional Profile

CIA Walucho is astute public servant with over 21 years’ experience providing comprehensive high-quality governance, risk Management, Internal control assurance, consultancy and capacity building services to Ministries, Departments and Agencies. He is currently the Treasurer of IIA Kenya and a senior deputy internal auditor General in the office of the Internal auditor General at the National treasury, he is the deputy director Governance and Risk management and leads the performance contracting framework, budgetary process, capacity building on risk management, administrations and staffing within the Internal Auditor General’s Directorate.

Walucho has extensive Board experience spanning many organisations. Currently Co-opted Board Member Internal Audit Standards Committee of the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board serves on the audit committees of the commission of revenue allocation, office of the controller of budget, ministry of health and ministry of Energy and petroleum.

Since 2021, Walucho has served as a Treasurer on the IIA Kenya Board, chairing the Finance and administration Committee. His leadership has seen the growth in balance sheet from 145million to 325 million, investment from 33 million to 130million and revenue turnover from 29 million to 235 million boosting opportunities and creating a stronger IIA Kenya.

Core Skills:

Walucho is a Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) and CPAK holder, with strong academic qualifications including a BBM and MBA. He has a solid experience in internal auditing, with a focus on Governance, Risk management and internal controls assessment. Skilled in evaluating systems, identifying control gaps, and providing practical, value-adding recommendations that improve efficiency and strengthen entity’s controls. He approaches his work with integrity, objectivity, and a strong commitment to professional standards and his career goal is to continue growing as a trusted audit and assurance professional, contributing to effective risk management, strong governance frameworks, and sustainable entities performance.

Walucho seeks your support to continue Transforming IIA Kenya through Competency, Accountability, and Strategic Growth as the work of Treasurer is not just a keeper of funds but a facilitator of opportunities.

‘Smart finances, stronger IIA Kenya’