Industry:
Nonprofit
/ International Development / Agriculture
Function: Finance System Support
Employer: One Acre Fund
Job Title:Internal Auditor
Job Location: Rural Kenya
Commitment: Long Term Career Position
Organization Description
One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.
Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre. We are growing quickly. In five years, we have grown to serve 70,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.
Job Description
One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take position in the organization as an Internal Auditor. One Acre Fund is looking for experiences, talented and candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.
Contract details: Permanent subject to Performance
Candidate Profile
Function: Finance System Support
Employer: One Acre Fund
Job Title:Internal Auditor
Job Location: Rural Kenya
Commitment: Long Term Career Position
Organization Description
One Acre Fund is a start-up NGO in Kenya, Rwanda, and Burundi that is innovating a new way of helping farm families to achieve their full potential. One Acre invests in farmers to generate a permanent gain in farm income. We provide farmers with a "market bundle" that includes education, finance, seed and fertilizer, and market access.
Our program is proven impactful – every year, we weigh thousands of harvests and measure more than 100% average gain in farm income per acre. We are growing quickly. In five years, we have grown to serve 70,000 farm families with more than 500 full-time field staff.
Job Description
One Acre Fund is a rapidly growing organization; we are seeking individuals to take position in the organization as an Internal Auditor. One Acre Fund is looking for experiences, talented and candidates who are committed to making a difference in farmers’ lives.
Contract details: Permanent subject to Performance
Candidate Profile
- Committed, focused and determined to succeed in life.
- Good computer keyboard skills- Proficient in excel
Primary
Duties of Internal Auditor
Key Tasks
Key Tasks
- Develop and implement an internal auditing program and operational system.
- Establish adherence to internal and regulatory policies in all areas of the organizations activities.
- Review and check whether accounting policies designed are being applied as required.
- Review the internal policies and controls systems to ensure compliance.
- Ensure that the Society’s Financial Accounting and Reporting is in compliance with the IAS.
- Design and execute audit tests in compliance with conventional auditing guidelines.
- Carry out audit reviews to assess the effectiveness of risk management and the adequacy of internal controls.
- Ensure the Organizations’ policy manuals are strictly adhered to.
- Prepare reports on audit findings for sharing with the management team.
- Provide workable solutions, guidance on process improvement and best practices.
- Follow up audit recommendations to ensure timely implementation and action on corrective measures to mitigate identified risks.
- Preparing quarterly internal audit reports.
Qualifications
- CPA K or CPA K or ACCA qualification.
- At least 2 years working experience in a Micro Finance company preferably in the in Audit/Accounts Department.
- Proficiency of MS office and Accounting package. ACCA qualification.
Career
Growth and Development: One Acre Fund invests in building management and leadership
skills. We provide constant, actionable feedback delivered through weekly
mentorship and through regular career reviews. We also have regular one-on-one
meetings, where we listen to and discuss career goals, and work collaboratively
to craft roles that each person can be passionate about.
Qualifications
Requirements
Qualifications
Requirements
- Not-for-profit background
- Strong experience in Auditing
- Very good computer skills required
- Soft skills and personal work ethics
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to encourage a team-based approach
- The ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing)
- A logical mind with the capacity to overcome difficult problems creatively.
- Good organizational skills
- To be honest, discreet and trustworthy.
- Ability to work quickly and accurately.
- An eye for detail.
The
candidate should be willing to reside in the western and Nyanza regions of
Kenya.
Preferred Start Date: As Soon as Possible
Time Line: Resumes should be submitted by April 30thApril. We will begin interviews in May.
Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives
Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and small transportation allowances
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Email cover letter and resume kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Internal Auditor + the place you heard of the position) and Salary Expectation
Preferred Start Date: As Soon as Possible
Time Line: Resumes should be submitted by April 30thApril. We will begin interviews in May.
Compensation: Competitive Salary with Performance Based Incentives
Benefits: NSSF and NHIF, airtime and small transportation allowances
Career development: Twice annual career reviews and constant feedback. Your manager will invest significant time in your career development.
One Acre Fund Kenya is an equal opportunity employer; both women and men of integrity are invited to apply.
Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
To Apply
Email cover letter and resume kenyajobs@oneacrefund.org (Subject line: Internal Auditor + the place you heard of the position) and Salary Expectation