CPA Michael Muriuki Njogu serves the Kenya National Qualifications Authority (KNQA) as the Head of Internal Audit where he leads the Internal Audit and Risk Assurance Directorate in strengthening governance, accountability, compliance, financial reporting and risk management systems. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Finance with First Class Honours and is a Certified Public Accountant of Kenya (CPAK). He has also completed the Strategic Leadership Development Programme and Senior Management Course, equipping him with strong leadership and governance capabilities.
A member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK) and the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA Global), CPA Njogu brings extensive expertise in internal audit, compliance, risk management, taxation, financial reporting, and international standards including IPSAS, IFRS, and Global Internal Audit Standards. His professional scope also extends to emerging areas such as sustainability and climate change reporting.
He played a pivotal role in establishing the Internal Audit function at KNQA, laying a solid foundation for robust audit processes and strengthening institutional governance from the Authority’s inception. His leadership has been instrumental in achieving a zero-fault audit outcome by enhancing compliance frameworks and embedding risk-based assurance practices.
In recognition of his expertise, CPA Njogu was appointed as a Financial Reporting Evaluator by the Public Sector Accounting Standards Board (PSASB). He continues to champion transparency, accountability, and best practice in public sector financial management.
