Pathfinder International is an international non-profit organization that is dedicated to supporting high-quality comprehensive reproductive health services in Kenya.

We are currently recruiting for the following positions to join our team in APHIAPlus Nairobi coast project.

Grants Accountant

Nairobi

Reporting to the Grants Manager the incumbent will be responsible for sub-grant financial administration and compliance as well as programmatic guidance and support.

The position will monitor financial and programmatic aspects of the sub-grant during the sub-award period and closing of the sub-award.

S/he will be responsible for development of procedural documents and processes and ensure that pre-award risk assessments are carried out on each grantee and that decisions are incorporated into grant awards

Job Requirements
  • Minimum professional accounting qualification of CPA III or its equivalent
  • At least 5 years work experience managing financial administration of major donor grants and contracts, and sub-award management in a non-profit environment
  • Strong understanding of USG funding requirements.
  • Highly proficient in MS Office, spreadsheets and database skills
  • Working knowledge of regulations applicable to grants management and administration
  • Good analytical skills to successfully perform financial reviews and other quantitative analysis
Laboratory Technologist (2)

Location: Nairobi and Mombasa

The Laboratory Technologist will support MOH laboratory staff in the province to develop and implement strategies for establishing and implementing internal and external quality assurance standards and operating procedures.

This will include reagents/lab commodities management, specimen management, documentation, management of laboratory accidents, inventory, equipment, reagent and training needs, monitoring and evaluation of laboratory and point-of-care diagnostic services and systems.

She/he will work closely with the APHIAPlus Nairobi/Coast Service delivery team with the aim of supporting and improving quality of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, MNCH and malaria health services.

Job Requirements
  • Higher diploma in laboratory technology or its equivalent
  • Be registered with the Kenya Medical Laboratory Technicians’ and Technologists’ Board ( KMLTTB)
  • Possess at least 3 years experience in a practical setting specifically in the diagnosis and treatment monitoring of HIV/AIDS prevention, care and treatment, TB/HIV, TB DOTS, and malaria in Kenya.
  • Familiarity with and experience in implementing local and national laboratory quality assurance systems; laboratory capacity building, monitoring and supervision.
  • Ability to work independently as well as in collaboration with colleagues and partners.
Grants Officer (2)

Location: Nairobi and Mombasa

The Grants Officer will work closely with the Grants Manager to identify and assess potential partners to work with the project.

This will include reviewing of new sub-grant proposals, processing of sub-grant agreements and subsequent modifications while ensuring they comply with organisation and donor regulations.

S/he will facilitate participatory proposal development with LIPS and coordinate their capacity building on narrative and financial proposal development.

Job Requirements
  • A degree in social sciences preferably in Economics and/or Sociology
  • At least 5 years work experience managing of major donor grants and contracts, and sub-award management in a nonprofit environment
  • Experience in proposal writing, review and budgeting
  • Able to demonstrate past experience working with partners in grant management.
  • Strong understanding of USG funding requirements.
  • Highly proficient in MS Office, spreadsheets and database skills
  • Working knowledge of regulations applicable to grants management and administration
  • Good analytical skills to successfully perform narrative analysis of grantee proposals
Accounts Assistant

Location: Mombasa

The Accounts Assistant position will report to the Accountant and work closely with program staff to facilitate payments. The role will manage all M-pesa payments to relevant parties and staff. S/he will also be expected to undertake timely filing of M-pesa payment vouchers and receive/bank organizational funds.

Job Requirements
  • Minimum professional accounting qualification of CPA II or ACCA level II.
  • Three years experience in a similar position preferably in an INGO.
  • Excellent computer skills particularly with advanced hands on experience on different types of spread sheets and various automated accounting systems.
  • Highly organized and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Renovations Coordinator

Mombasa

The Renovations Coordinator shall oversee renovation works in Coast Province.

S/he shall carry out all technical work towards upgrade and improvement of infrastructure within the Health sector.

The role will work in close collaboration with MoPHS, MoMS, MoPW, Constituency Development Fund, Hospital Boards, Health Centre and Dispensary committees, organizations in partnership with Pathfinder and any other stakeholders who may be identified from time to time.

Job Requirements
  • A Degree in an Engineering field, or a Higher National Diploma in Building & Construction.
  • Five years relevant work experience (in Government or Consultancy in the construction industry) for a degree holder and 8 years in the case of diploma qualification
  • Demonstrated knowledge in different aspects and fields of engineering; construction; proposal drafts presentation and production of final computer generated technical drawings.
  • Conversant with construction tender documents generation and requirements.
  • Be able to work under demanding deadlines and with minimum supervision and willing to travel within Coast
Admin/Accounts Assistant

Location: Malindi And Lamu

The Admin/Accounts Assistant will be responsible for all general administrative issues including basic financial transactions relating to the satellite office.

S/he will be responsible for preparing monthly field activity budgets and payments; maintaining the field office cash book and cash reimbursement requests and inventory management for the field office.

The incumbent will also be in charge of sub-office administration; coordinate training preparation, staff travel and other administrative responsibilities.

Job Requirements:
  • Minimum basic accounting including a minimum level professional accounting qualification such as CPA II or ACCA level II.
  • Three years experience in a similar position in a large and busy international NGO.
  • Previous work experience in an administrative role is highly desirable
  • Excellent computer skills, particularly with spreadsheets and automated accounting systems.
  • Ability to work independently; with people from diverse cultures and communicate effectively.
Candidates who meet the above requirements should send their CV and cover letter detailing current and expected salary.

Candidates should also clearly indicate the location they are applying for and include daytime telephone contacts to kenyajobs@pathfinder.org.

Closing date for applications is 31st October 2011.

Only short listed candidates will be contacted.

Candidates who meet the above qualifications and are available to start immediately are encouraged to apply.

Pathfinder International is an equal opportunity employer
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