Heinrich Boll Stiftung Finance Coordinator Kenyan Job

The Heinrich Boll Stiftung (hbs), East and Horn of Africa Regional Office in Nairobi, seeks to fill the position of Finance and Administrative Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Ensure transparency and accountability in the management of all finances within the office and projects
• Ensure accuracy and completeness of financial and administrative record keeping in compliance with policies and procedures of the organization
• Develop quarterly financial plans and monitoring documents of the operational budget and programme funding as well as prepare annual audit documents
• Prepare financial reports in accordance with international accounting standards
• Develop and manage appropriate financial and administrative systems and policies for all requirements
• Oversee the operation of the computerized accounting system, including daily, monthly and annual back-up
• Make monitoring visits to partner organisations
• Organise and manage all related office operations including procurement and maintenance of office assets
• Supervise and train office support staff

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experiences:

• Accounting or finance related degree with CPA (K) /ACCA. An MBA will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 5 years of financial and/or administrative management experience
• Good organizational, leadership and interpersonal skills
• Experience managing staff to improve their professional development
• Proficiency in computerized accounting applications

Applicants should submit their detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter by email to ke-info@ke.boell.org

Please indicate your salary expectation and availability.

Closing date: 16th April, 2012

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted